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65 Favorites From Our Deer Tattoo Photo Contest

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Winner! Congratulations to John G. Fedish, the winner of our first deer tattoo photo contest. Fedish wins a Leatherman Surge multi-tool for sending this shot of some impressive ink. Says Fedish: "This is actually the best buck I've ever taken and I just wanted it tattooed on my arm. I described the last few moments I saw the deer before harvesting it and the artist captured it beautifully." Check out the rest of the gallery to see our other favorites.

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At 8:05 PM, 2008-08-21, pat said:
could we do a pole to see how many of these people really do have prison ink or atleast spent time in jail?

At 8:01 PM, 2008-08-21, pat said:
Hi five to all u ink carring s.o.b's but may I suggest going to see a real artist next time, I only saw one that was even remotly good and I would not be proud to have that one on me let alone show people. Good luck in the season to come. W.T.M

At 11:08 PM, 2008-08-06, deadeye said:
thats a cool tat. be proud looks great. definitely tip that artist!!!

At 12:59 PM, 2008-08-05, Mark Simmons said:
#32 must have been in Prison when he got this one. Too bad he must have gotten out before the other inmate got to finish it

At 12:49 PM, 2008-08-05, Mark Simmons said:
Did this deer come from a chemical plant or something. Why is it glowing???????? Actually I think I seen that deer outside Oak Ridge drinking from a Uraniumn run off drain.

At 9:29 AM, 2008-08-01, Dan said:
Well there is no debate on the clear winner in this contest. John's Tat is #1 hands down. I liked 7, 15 & 20 also.

At 8:44 PM, 2008-07-31, Harley Mick said:
For those of you that do not understand that tattoos are body art like deer heads mounted on the wall are also Art, then don't look at them. I like #9, #10, #15, and # 17. Enjoy em or just be a girly man.

At 10:13 PM, 2008-07-30, kyle said:
I am an avid outdoorsmen as most of you are as well. However, I can't get over the fact that everyone says they are die hard whitetail hunters and spend all this time and money to harvest the buck of their dreams, but apparently don't spend the time and money to research a good artist. Seriously guys, you get what you pay for. You wouldn't be cheap and cut corners when it comes to harvesting that trophy, so why be cheap when replicating it? Spend a little extra to make it look like something you can be proud of in 50 years.

At 8:47 PM, 2008-07-30, Tmbrwlf52 said:
First I want to Thank the folks at Field & Stream for selecting my Tat #1. I would also like to Thank everyone for the words of pleasure in seeing my tat along with everyone else's. The other comments will go without comment, to each his own . This Tat ,along with another of a couple of wolves I have, is just my little way of showing my pleasure and passion for the wildlife we all so much love to be a part of in someway or another. Being part of what Mother nature has given us to hunt, view or photgraph is a privledge to say the least. To honor her in this way is just a little way to Thank her and God not only of wondeful memories but of the true Slendor and Beauty of the wildlife we all chase , dream of and God willing get to Harvest. Thanks to all and I wish everyone to be safe and well while out doing what we all enjoy in some way or another, John.

At 6:59 PM, 2008-07-30, Mac said:
While some of you may have had good reason, those are some of the worst tattoos I have ever seen. If somebody inked my body with a hack job like that, I would burn their shop down! Now the young lady with the tramp stamp in #10 is another story...

At 2:56 AM, 2008-07-30, anonymous said:
Nobody likes bloody tampon deer.

At 2:16 AM, 2008-07-30, anonymous said:
The tattoo artist messed up your tattoo by putting the brow tine in front of the main beam.

At 2:01 PM, 2008-07-29, Cat said:
The winning one was awesome and yes some of them were..well pretty bad. But the person who is wearing them is the only one whose opinion counts. It's their memories and their vision of what it should look like.

At 7:32 PM, 2008-07-28, oneshotonekill said:
rock on guys/gals! you are what deer hunting is all about; passion and commitment.

At 7:31 PM, 2008-07-28, anonymous said:
I think it's awesome that these 65 men and women endured some serious discomfort in order to show their pride and commitment to whitetail deer hunting. It's sad so many of you have missed the focus of this contest. It's about giving credit to the serious hunters out there who are very proud of their ink, and the stories that lead up to their time spent in the chair. So to those of you bearing the above ink, rock on! You are what deer hunting is all about.

At 1:47 AM, 2008-07-28, L. Hill said:
Winners in no neccessary order are #1, #3, #15, #23. Some of the others should ask for a refund from the dude that inked your arm. Oh yeah, one more thing, go to the barber and get a buzz cut on your gorilla arms.

At 1:38 AM, 2008-07-28, L. Hill said:
It's amazing how many tattoo "artists" can ink a deer. Out of the 60+ photos, there are 3, maybe 4 or 5 that are worthy of declaring the claim of tattoo art.

At 1:47 PM, 2008-07-27, RedNeckKid said:
I like the winning tattoo. I Shot my first buck last rifle season. It was a very nice 8 point that im thinking about getting on my arm and these have gave me some ideas

At 1:21 PM, 2008-07-27, Amber Henson said:
Thats a kool tattoo and my daddy is thinking about getting one!!!

At 7:12 AM, 2008-07-27, redneck said:
the tattoo that won is realy good but the others were just bad. some of them were good but not good to have on my arm.

At 5:21 PM, 2008-07-26, Leatherneck said:
Nice acu's army boy. I guess that's why that tat is so tiny, couldn't handle it.

At 12:27 PM, 2008-07-25, Billy said:
Nice tramp stamp on #10. some of the others I didn't know cracker jacks had press on tats that stayed on that long. LMAO Hee Haw

At 4:31 PM, 2008-07-24, MIZZOU said:
#65 looks like a third grader drew it

At 3:42 PM, 2008-07-24, Clean Skin said:
I often wonder if people who get tatoos have ever seen one that's more than 10 years old. (Or do they mistake those old tatoos for bruises?)

At 10:08 AM, 2008-07-24, FIO said:
I admire the dedication, but as others have said these tats are some of the worst I have ever seen! Only a couple out of 65 look remotely decent, for the rest of you, I'd look for another artist.

At 10:33 AM, 2008-07-23, Brend said:
Showing spirit is great but not with a Tat. If your 30 yrs, 40 yrs from now your grandkids will wonder what the heck that wrinkly thing is on your arm.

At 7:54 AM, 2008-07-23, bowhunter#1 said:
If you don't like the tats don't look at them and judge there not on your body. Nice tats to the rest of you and good luck hunting and living your dreams.

At 11:17 PM, 2008-07-22, urbanbowhunter said:
I am amazed at how bad the actual tattoos are, please put up a list of the artist so others dont go to them, I could have done better with a sharpie marker. Some of the work had the right idea, but not the right artist, but I am sure glad to see guys and gals getting a tattoo of what is important to them. long live the Whitetail Deer and bowhunting, God Bless our troops and lets win the war.

At 7:43 PM, 2008-07-21, trey said:
Wish i would have knew about this contest, im pretty sure i would have won

At 10:30 AM, 2008-07-21, montana hunter said:
I love hunting and especily deer hunting and this tattoo shows the perfect hunting spirit and the hight of respect for American HUNTING.

At 2:50 PM, 2008-07-16, "Buckshot" said:
I'm sending in my photo of my tattoo- it also is in memory of my son that passed away at the age of 23. The contest is over but I'd like to share it with all those die hard hunters out there, I hope it is shown.It's a picture of my son surrounded by the deer & elk we took the last three times we hunted together.

At 9:30 AM, 2008-07-10, Taylor said:
I really liked reading this article in your magazine. A lot of the tatoos were pretty cool. I would like to get a tatoo of a deer someday. I like reading your magazine.Keep up the good work.

At 7:48 PM, 2008-07-09, barney said:
Very obvious why the winner was selected. Although it is a great tatoo, not much competition. I'm glad my artist does work 100% better than 90% of these ink smear-jobs. Most look like they were done by amateurs or 3-year-olds. Luckily for most of you, there are extremely talented artists that specialize in cover-ups!!

At 5:59 PM, 2008-07-09, Deer harvester said:
Wowm #31 is unique and the colors are great. The arrows add the right touch. Great Tattoo.

At 3:49 PM, 2008-07-09, Matthew Zicafoose said:
It's not about the style or the picture that matters to me, it's that 65 people care enough about bowhunting to endure 20 minutes to 3 hours of pain for their lifestyle. That shows commitment!

At 3:24 PM, 2008-07-06, davo said:
if i was number 53 id get my money back cuzz it looks like the horns are melting off you arm

At 3:23 PM, 2008-07-06, davo said:
if i was number 23 id get my money back cuzz it looks like the horns are melting off you arm

At 10:47 PM, 2008-07-05, JERSEY said:
WOW,I WAS THINKING OF GETTING A TAT OF A DEER. NOW I THINK NOT!

At 10:31 AM, 2008-07-04, Darrell Higginbotham said:
THATS COOL LOOKS LIKE MY DEER I SHOT LAST YEAR

At 11:31 PM, 2008-07-03, keith said:
wow im not trying to be mean but these are some of the worst tattoos i have ever seen!!!out of 65 only 5 or 6 are good. love the tribal deer tat on dude's back

At 9:06 AM, 2008-07-03, anonymous said:
I Know they love the sport but, I love fishing but I'm not going to get a tattoo.

At 1:41 AM, 2008-07-03, Michael said:
Nice tats...looks like you two have something great that you can share for for quite some time. Hope you enjoyed your leave and I'd like to thank you for your service to allowing the rest of us the freedom to live in this great country. Thanks again and have a happy fourth...

At 5:42 PM, 2008-07-02, anonymous said:
I love picture #28!!! We got our first tattoos together.. I agree with "Wall" that "anti-hunters" have major problems. And anti-military have even bigger problems!! Where would our country be without its military, someone please tell if you know.. I love your tattoo babe!!! ~Amanda

At 5:35 PM, 2008-07-02, Jamie Robinson said:
I appreciate a good tattoo and have several my self, I also live to hunt but some of the people need to fire their tattoo artist.

At 5:26 PM, 2008-07-02, anonymous said:
i like a buck jumping over a log tattooed on me..looks nice..tattooes are forever..hunting fishing .are forever...good luck... bowery stan ..

At 3:47 PM, 2008-07-02, bn said:
Talk about trash. They pay money for this stuff! Some are in desperate need of a wax job, yikes!

At 8:56 PM, 2008-06-29, anonymous said:
Nice tattoo reminds me of one i missed the shot on...

At 1:47 PM, 2008-06-29, Drew said:
Hey all y'all that have one of these tats... right on! hey we hunters gotta find a way to show our love for this no matter what. i'm currently deployed to iraq and after lookin at these, i think im gonna get somthin like it when i get home

At 10:23 PM, 2008-06-28, Has a Brain... said:
Top 65 and this is what we have come up with? As a hunter I am depressed and sad. It is clear that the US is due for a fall and these are proof. Get with it and get a life. And...get your skin checked b/c most of you have some serious issues that need a closer look. Be dumber...

At 10:34 PM, 2008-06-27, Craig said:
I got my first at age 46 and my second two days ago. Mid life crisis...maybe, but I've always wanted one. Both are hunting themes. My first is an indian raising a bow to a bear in the clouds. My new one is a set of deer sheds, with my 2 kids names in the middle. There is some awesome art work out there, and though tattoos are not for everyone, to each his/her own.

At 3:05 PM, 2008-06-27, MC said:
Owner of picture #14 must not spend much time in deer woods. He got a tatoo of an elk with a deer rack! Hope he doesn't show up in Colorado for Elk season and shoot a moose.

At 6:21 PM, 2008-06-26, Jim - St. Louis said:
I never did 'get' tattoo's. I served in the Navy and knew a couple of guys who got several tat's but I never did. I guess these are ok if you want them, but a number of these didn't look 'right' like they were stick-on's or airbrushed. Both of my daughter's have tat's on their ankles...ouch.

At 12:30 PM, 2008-06-26, JODI SCHARPOU said:
I LOVE YOUR TATTOO. I MISS YOU..STAY STRONG LOVE YA JODI

At 4:02 PM, 2008-06-25, John C said:
I've never been a fan of tattoos - outside of earned stuff like USMC, sailors, etc - but after seeing your spread, I've changed my mind. Some of the work is truly awesome and captures what hunting is about and what it means to the all of us. In my case, it'll be a bull moose with a 53 inch rack I shot in 98.

At 2:33 PM, 2008-06-25, Manly Man said:
I've never seen such a bunch of skinny, pale, hairless arms and backs in my life as we have here in this line-up of redneck art. If I were to have a "tat" done on my bod, I'd have it inked on one of my butt-cheeks ... neither of which is as weak-looking, white-looking, or hairless-looking as this bunch of girlymen limbs and torsos. Talk about some low-brow adornment. The only good-looking one is the one above that gal's butt-crack in photo 10 ... and it ain't the deer tat that looks good!

At 2:25 PM, 2008-06-25, Wall said:
Amazing to me that anti-hunters even exist. Our soldiers are defending our country, and all they can worry about is Bambi being killed. I don't have any tats, but for all of you who have put nice bucks on your bodies, rock on. As for you antis, save the humans, and quit worrying about the animals. We've got them covered.

At 1:58 PM, 2008-06-25, Oldloaf said:
Hey Gene - don't you know that folks always make fun of stuff they don't understand or that they are too "yeller" to do themselves? Look that up in the dictionary and I'll bet you'll find Big Harry's mug beside it. :) And yes, harvesting deer is the proper term. Good hunters harvest animals. A territory or plot of land can only hold so many, so good game management is necessary. -g-

At 1:48 PM, 2008-06-25, Gene said:
Oh, sorry Big Harry! The rest of the population forgot that you are all-knowing and always correct. We'll try not to let that happen again, and everyone will agree with you in the future. May I suggest that you work on improving your speech in 'redneck' - it's not the best. Idiot.

At 1:09 PM, 2008-06-25, anonymous said:
Oh my lord ... I described the last few moments I saw the deer before "harvesting" it??? ... I knew you could harvest a crop of wheat, didn't know you could harvest an animal. Creepy!!

At 12:43 PM, 2008-06-25, Big Harry Fowlus said:
I shore wisht I had one-a them thar tat-toos on mah arm ... I hain't seed anythin' so cool since Daddy brung home thet black-light Elvis rug what glowed in thu dark and hanged it over thu davenport in our trailer. Mama liked ta died over thet one. Come ta think of hit, she'd probly die if'n I'us ta get a tat-too like that on my arm, too. Maybe I'll just get a belly-button ring instead.

At 12:38 PM, 2008-06-25, anonymous said:
big fan of #10, well at least half of the pic!

At 11:50 AM, 2008-06-25, anonymous said:
37-coolest yet! More ghosty than painted-on.

At 11:50 AM, 2008-06-25, remmy said:
some of you might want to look into getting your money back, some of those look like they were done by 5th graders

At 1:45 PM, 2008-06-24, Scooter said:
This has to be the most ridiculous, hill billy post I have ever seen.

At 10:30 AM, 2008-06-24, anonymous said:
pic 19 reminds me of the time I once helped my friend and his dad wrestle an 8 point like that out of a barbed wire fence his antlers were caught in.

At 10:27 AM, 2008-06-24, anonymous said:
pic 12 is very well done, some of the others...well let's just say I'm glad they aint on my back forever.

At 10:22 AM, 2008-06-24, anonymous said:
pic 4- What, no ducks?

At 5:22 PM, 2008-06-23, MNFISHING.ORG said:
Now these guys are serious about their sport!

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