See more ideas about tattoos, 49ers, sf 49ers. “Basically, it’s saying the Lord is giving me all the tools to be successful, I just have to go out and do my part to uphold that.”, Kaepernick dished. See more ideas about tattoos, 49ers, sf 49ers. Through it all, though, a simple dream carried him. I've always just poured my heart into my work and I've always believed if you do that, things will work out.". Tattoo: On his left bicep exists a huge tattoo of a cross which contains the words ‘Heaven Sent’ written on the banner passing through the cross. Claiming that the position of quarterback is hallowed and Kaepernick's body art brings it down in tone, Whitley said that because of his tattoos, the 49ers player can never be a legitimate hero. When someone has a tattoo, they are displaying my work everywhere they go. GarbageTalk looks at Colin Kaepernick's body art! The phone keeps ringing and his email inbox is flooded. None, however, will defy the odds of this: Nes Andrion, the child raised in crushing Third World poverty will have his artwork beamed in front of a global audience of hundreds of millions, on display via the most non-traditional of canvases: the arms of 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick. The tattoo was designed and inked by tattoo artist Carlos Torres. "The representation and support of black artists in the tattoo industry is an absolute necessity. (USA Today Images). Alessia Cara’s 2 Tattoos & Their Meanings Alessia Caracciolo, better known by her stage name, Alessia Cara is a Canadian Songwriter, Singer, and Instrumentalist. He's laid out a phenomenal path for me and I can do nothing but thank him.". Then there is the broadcast itself, which will attract an expected 100 million-plus viewers in the United States alone and be shown in more than 230 countries, including the Philippines. Meaning: Kaepernick is known to like the depiction of the opposite forces such as enemies in the field or the good and bad. Tattoo artist Carlos Torres said Kaepernick reached out to him on Instagram after being referred by a friend. The telephone rings nonstop these days at Endless Ink in Reno, Nev., where the Super Bowl run of Colin Kaepernick has tattoo seekers waiting four months to use the same artist … Colin Kaepernick 's giant new tattoo took 27 long painful hours to complete -- over 3 days -- with one of the top celebrity tattoo artists in L.A. … Folks who value family values. Locquiao, also a tattoo artist, might collaborate with Kaepernick on more bodywork after the season. He says his mother, Evelyn, left him and some of his siblings behind in the Philippines in the late 1970s to immigrate to the United States in search of a better future for the family. Over at The Huffington Post San Francisco website they have a story about Colin Kaepernick’s tattoos and the meaning behind his ink. For Andrion, the entire thing was a whirlwind impossible to envision. This is another representation of his strong belief in God. Colin Kaepernick’s upper body is virtually covered in tattoos. Kaepernick's back tattoo apparently took 18 hours to complete according to his tattoo artist Nes Andrion. She was remarried by then and while everyone crowded into a two-bedroom condo in Reno – "four of us sleeping in one bed" – it was a long way from Olongapo City. Tattoo: Colin has ‘FAITH’ inked on his right bicep. And so, sure, Nes Andrion grew up about as poor as you can in this world – "rock bottom," he says – raised by his aunt and uncle, in a tiny, crowded house on the side of the steep, thick mountains above Olongapo City, the Filipino port town. Tattoos, he believed, were the best forum for his work. There are a lot of things you can’t do as well.”. He has laid out a phenomenal path for me. Those words are surrounded by: "God Will Guide Me," which is Andrion's favorite. He's focused on drawing inspiration from his tattoos. “I am not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of color. Tattoo: The insides of Colin’s both biceps contain the ink which includes the words, “My Gift,” and “Is My Curse.” on the right and left biceps respectively. Colin Kaepernick carries the ball on his tattoo-covered right arm against the Packers. Little ones. Nothing compares to the exposure of the Super Bowl. Colin Kaepernick In 2014, the professional American footballer Colin Kaepernick became the first player in the popular Madden video-game franchise to have his tattoos featured in … As a show of confidence to his critics, Kaepernick has taken to "Kaepernicking" – kissing both biceps (he has "faith" inscribed on his right and "to God the glory" on his left). He also thanked the tattoo artist… In Kaepernick's case, it helped that his tattoos were done by two artists, Nes Andrion of Endless Ink in Reno, Nevada, and Orly Locquiao of Humble Beginnings in San Jose, California. Some improbable dreams will be realized when the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Ravens meet in Super Bowl XLVII on Feb. 3 in New Orleans. RENO -- When Nes Andrion finished Colin Kaepernick's first tattoo in 2007, he told co-workers Kaepernick was going to be a special player. He arrived on the recommendation of a friend. The tattoo was inked by the artist Nes Andrion of Reno. The scripture is written out on a scroll which reads: “You armed me with strength for battle; you made my adversaries bow at my feet.”. Colin Kaepernick is a man strong in his faith. For now, the 49ers quarterback has a more important task at hand. Every country they go to, I feel like I am going with them.". The tattoo was done by the tattoo artist Orly Locquiao, from San Jose. Tattoo: Colin Kaepernick has another ink on his right below his bible verse scroll on his right bicep which contains the folding hands along with the words “ to God the glory ”. 8. “My Gift is My Curse” Tattoo ", Other popular content on Yahoo! Kaepernick didn't know who Andrion was either. Colin Kaepernick, age 25, is the anti-Manning, and he likes that. Watch live games with NBA League Pass free preview windows on the Yahoo Sports app. Long passages of writing. Despite the deep meaning behind his tattoos, Kaepernick's inked upper body was such a shock to David Whitley, that the sportswriter compared the University of Nevada (Reno) graduate to a prison inmate. To me, this is bigger than football and it would be selfish on my part to look the other way. Meaning: This was Kaepernick’s first tattoo which he got at the age of 25 years as a sophomore at the University of Nevada. Colin Rand Kaepernick better known Colin Kaepernick is a former quarterback of American football (National Football League’s San Francisco 49ers) who became famous for protesting against the injustice and racism against African-American by kneeling and refusing to stand for  U.S National Anthem played prior to the beginning of the game on the ground. Kaepernick may not be appearing on the cover of … Approximately 98.7 percent of the inmates at California’s state prison have tattoos. Finally, in the late 1980s, just as he was about to turn 11, his mother was able to petition to bring him and three of his siblings to America. Tattoo: To the left side of his torso lies a tattoo which is known to be the representation of the biblical passage Timothy 6:10. Colin Kaepernick’s 13 Tattoos & Their Meanings, Héctor Villalba’s 8 Tattoos & Their Meanings, Johnny Edlind’s 95 Tattoos & Their Meanings, Michelle Branch’s 11 Tattoos & Their Meanings, Ricki Hall’s 161 Tattoos & Their Meanings, Aleister Black’s 54 Tattoos & Their Meanings. Big ones. It was inked by the tattoo artist, ‘Nes Andrion’. He admits the philosophy was rooted in the idea that a tattoo might be admired one or two people at a time on a beach somewhere. Colin got the extension done to his previous ink by getting the whole of his chest covered by Tribal Design surrounding “Against All Odds” tattoos. This verse describes that “My heart will not be afraid, if a war breaks out against me or I get surrounded by enemies, I shall still remain confident. “Basically, it’s saying the Lord is giving me all the tools to be successful, I just have to go out and do my part to uphold that.”. Kaepernicking involves flexing and kissing one’s bicep in tribute to player Colin Kaepernick’s signature victory pose. There is no better evidence of that than the many tattoos on his body, specifically referencing the subject. When Andrion stops to consider it all – his background, his present, his future and, of course, the fact so many people will see his artwork next Sunday – it is almost too much for words. "I wanted to spread my art around the whole world," Andrion said Thursday. The kid could draw. "He's everything you want your kids to be," said Andrion, who texts regularly with the QB. Tattoo: On his left bicep, Kaepernick has the Bible Verse Psalm 27:3 inked, which says, “Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear though war break out against me, even then I will be confident.” The verse describes facing enemies without fear and having confidence in God at a time of war. Tattoo: Colin Kaepernick has another ink on his right below his bible verse scroll on his right bicep which contains the folding hands along with the words “to God the glory”. "You don't see quarterbacks like that," Andrion said. Tattoo: On his left upper arm towards his shoulder lies the tattoo which includes the words, ‘GOD WILL GUIDE ME’. Sports:• Chip Kelly can look to Jimmy Johnson for inspiration• Niners' 16 most significant non-Super Bowl games since 1977• Sean Payton's first move: Fire defensive coordinator• NBA announces All-Star reserves. They immediately hit it off. And I can’t do anything but thank him.”, Tattoo: Colin has got a verse from the Bible – Psalm 18:39 inked in the form of a scroll on his right shoulder. Just a nice guy.". Andrion didn't know who Kaepernick was that day, although his height and build suggested a considerable athlete. “I think God guides me through every day and helps me take the right steps and has helped me to get to where I’m at, Kaepernick told former NFL quarterback Kurt Warner in an interview, “[The tattoos are] just my way of showing everybody that this is what I believe in.”. Meaning: The huge tattoo is the reference to the biblical passage, which reads: “For the love of money is a root of all sorts of evil, and some by longing for it have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.” It shows the whole imagery from the ‘story of the Garden of Eden’. In fact, the only person who’s doing better out of this entire situation may be Nes Andrion, the Reno, Nev. tattoo artist who has been putting ink on Kaepernick … San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick recently added to his already extensive collection of tattoos by getting an enormous side piece inked by the illustrious Carlos Torres. His art, splashed across countries he could hardly fathom, seen by millions of people he could barely envision. He was barefoot most of his life. If you got an egg too, well, that was once in a blue moon." Kaepernick's "Against All Odds" tattoo is now surrounded by a tribal design that Orly Locquiao, the tattoo's artist, says represents "family, inner strength, spiritual growth and humility." Like many of Kaepernick’s tattoos the new ink is biblically themed; Torres called it a “money is the root of all evil” tattoo on his Instagram . Tattoo Artist Cashing In As Kaepernick Gains Fame January 22, 2013 at 3:02 pm Filed Under: 49ers , Colin Kaepernick , Football , NFL , San Francisco 49ers , Tattoo Sep 3, 2017 - Explore Pammy Allmighty's board "49er tattoos", followed by 164 people on Pinterest. There were mornings as a young child that Nes Andrion yearned for the mother who he says left him behind in the Philippines at the tender age of 8 months old and times his stomach burned with hunger from so many inadequate meals – too often just bread and coffee, even as a toddler. ", [More: Ray Lewis uses his faith to unify Ravens]. And, of course, he knows this story hasn't even come close to its conclusion. [More: Colin Kaepernick trademarks 'Kaepernicking'], "[It] is kind of my way of saying I don't really care what people think about my tattoos," Kaepernick said. Meaning: This tattoo denotes his strong belief in God for everything. While Kaepernick’s efforts to show the NFL a new, different and unique player, the anti-Manning so-to-speak, are commendable, the fact of the matter is that he plays in the NFL, where thugs abound … see Aaron Hernandez, Adrian Peterson, Plaxico Burress, Michael Vick, Ray Rice, Ray Lewis. There are bodies in the street and people getting paid leave and getting away with murder”. Nes Andrion is the artist who did many of the tattoos for Colin Kaepernick's. Colin Kaepernick dazzled spectators and opponents throughout the 49ers' run to Super Bowl XLVII. "Against All Odds," is emblazoned across his chest. And God has brought me this far. It reflects the battle scene between the Angels and Demons. He runs a tattoo shop in Reno called Endless Ink, and says business has … Read full article. Tattoo: Colin has got the words, “Against All Odds” inked across his chest. "I wanted my art to be on a person, not on paper," Andrion said. “God has brought me this far. He never, ever, could've imagined this year, when suddenly Kaepernick's tattoos were all over television, the subject of newspaper and magazine photo spreads and website layouts. Colin Kaepernick. "I'm pretty blessed," said Andrion, far removed from the impoverished Filipino mountainside where such a dream seemed so patently impossible. [Buy Super Bowl XLVII tickets | Buy Super Bowl XLVII merchandise]. The verse describes the strength of facing enemies without fear and having faith in God for he subdues your enemies under your feet if you are armed with confidence during a war. On the right side of his body, there exists a huge tattoo which is known to be another representation of some Bible Verse. Now 35, he lives in Reno, Nev., where he immigrated at age 10, was drawn into working with ink after high school and in 2007 watched a tall, redshirt freshman quarterback from the University of Nevada walk into his small, humble shop and ask for a tattoo. Apparently that doesn’t sit well with everyone. Colin Kaepernick's Tattoos: Super Bowl Quarterback Reveals Meaning Behind His Inked-Up Body Get the exclusive scoop straight from the hunky sports star and his tattoo artist … Across hours and hours of Andrion covering Kaepernick's back, shoulders and arms with elaborate ink designs, the two became friends – the Californian headed for professional football and the artist from the other side of the earth. The cash is seen on the tree as well as encircling the arm. There are a lot of doors that open when you’re a quarterback, but at the same time you’re under a lot of scrutiny. "Just bread. More specifically the tattoo is the representation of the war between the two teams on the football team and the emotional turmoil of life off the field. Dec 23, 2019 - Explore Justo Fonseca's board "49er tattoos", followed by 206 people on Pinterest. SF 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick -- who just signed a $126 MILLION contract -- just got a brand new tattoo that symbolizes how EVIL money can be. He was always like that. "I'm blessed to be here in America. "I wanted everyone to see it. He's done work on other eventual pro athletes, but for the most part he was an unknown guy with a small shop catering mostly to college kids. A serpent is wrapped around the hand which holds an apple, and the hand can be seen rising towards the tree. It's even more difficult to imagine when you consider Andrion's journey. The kid was an artist. The home featured a dirt floor and everyone lined up at night next to each other. The QB’s tattoo artist, Nes Andrion of Reno, Nev., told The Huffington Post that the inside of one of Kaepernick’s biceps reads, “My Gift,” and the inside of the other reads, “Is My Curse.” Aside from the extraordinary athletic gifts of running speed and arm strength, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick is also known for his extensive collection of tattoos… Andrion is a tattoo artist. “Number one, it’s my way of saying I don’t really care what people think about my tattoos,” he said of the gesture. Doreen Garner is a Brooklyn-based artist using her work to support black communities. "A real humble guy, quiet. Through it all, though, a simple dream carried him. Cara has released several hit songs like Here, Know-it-all, Scars to your beautiful, Stay, Growing Pains, Trust my Lonely among many others. LOS ANGELES – MAY 03: Colin Kaepernick arrives for the VH1’s 3rd Annual ‘Dear Mama: A Love Letter to Moms’ on May 3, 2018 in Los Angeles, CA-shutterstock. The kid was an artist. "San Francisco's Colin Kaepernick is going to be a big-time NFL quarterback. 49ers' Colin Kaepernick is canvas for tattoo artist. Kaepernick often had a specific idea of what he wanted done, sometimes a motivational saying, often from the Bible. He is a die-hard tattoo lover and has multiple inks on his body. This is the strong depiction of his belief and love for his religion and God. The massive tattoo was done by the tattoo artist Andrion who took 16½ hours to complete the ink. Kaepernick got his first tattoo back in 2007 while still playing at the University of Nevada, and it featured the Bible verse Psalm 18:39, inked in the form of a scroll on his right shoulder. His great faith in God has led him to get most of his body tattoos representing his faith. He is known to have received all his High School Honors as a baseball pitcher and even received several scholarship offers in that sport but he wanted to play college football, and thus, opted Football. "It's not about the money," Andrion said. He developed both his talents and a passion for the work. A version of Psalm 27:3 "Though an army besiege me, my heart will not be afraid" can be read on his left shoulder. Kaepernick just posted a … He reveled in the moment it all came together. A lot has been made about Colin Kaepernick 's tattoos over the past few years, but now, he will make video game history thanks to his ink. Both of Kaepernick’s arms are tapestries of tattoos, displaying psalms and other phrases. He always saw something bigger, though. [More: Niners coach John Harbaugh pranks parents with sibling humor]. Kaepernick burst onto the national stage in midseason when he became the 49ers' starting quarterback. Kaepernick's tattoos, for any number of reasons, will be a storyline during next week's media frenzy heading into the game. "I got them for me and to show people this is what I believe in. Of all the companies in the world cashing in on the big game, maybe none will, proportionately, benefit more than Endless Ink. He says he now has a three-month wait period for an appointment and is requiring a down payment to hold the spot. "Right now I'm not even thinking about it. She recently started a tattoo project for Black History Month called "The Black Panther Project," in which 28 people get permanent designs to support black pride. All along he clung to art. Tattoo: On the extreme right of his right upper arm, Colin has a tattoo which contains the word ‘RESPECT’. Meaning: The tattoo”Against All Odds” depict “Inner Strength, Spiritual growth, and Humility”. 1 / 1. The words ‘GOD WILL’ are tattooed above the cross wheres ‘GUIDE ME’ are inked below the cross. He graduated from Sparks High School, got into tattoo work and later opened his own parlor, Endless Ink, just southeast of downtown Reno and less than two miles from the UNR campus. Colin Kaepernick, known nationally for his tattoos as much as his playing skills, showed off his new chest ink on Instagram today. He was quickly one of the hottest tattoo artists in the country. The telephone rings nonstop these days at Endless Ink in Reno, Nevada, where the Super Bowl run of Colin Kaepernick has tattoo seekers waiting four months to use the same artist … It was inked by the tattoo artist, ‘Nes Andrion’. In the world of art, Kaepernick's success in football has helped spotlight two up-and-coming artists who similarly dazzle viewers of their work. There were days, he says, his feet grew sore from having no shoes and his back ached from sleeping on a hard dirt floor – "just a bed sheet, no pillow," he recalls. During “Kaepernicking” Kaepernick kisses his FAITH tattoo in a celebration. Suddenly the heavily inked arms were flashing across television screens. Though an army encamps around me, my heart shall not fear.”. He was, by his own admission, "really poor," basically the kind of poor that has been mostly eradicated in the States but is too common in the Philippines. "Just bread for breakfast," Andrion said. #ColinKaepernick #NFL #Football #49ers #celebrity The funny thing about many of the people who were protesting Kaep's extensive collection of ink is that generally, they are conservative-thinking folks. The story is an interview with Kaepernick’s tattoo artist, … "I had him do one piece, I really liked it, and I've been going to him ever since," Kaepernick told reporters on Thursday. "I wanted it walking around. He could create. Colin says that the tattoo denotes the fact that, “Being an NFL quarterback, there’s a lot of advantages that come with it. He saw art. Tattoo: There exists a huge ink covering the whole of Colin’s back. "My uncle and aunt couldn't even afford a pair of flip-flops for me.". Colin Kaepernick trademarks 'Kaepernicking', Niners coach John Harbaugh pranks parents with sibling humor, Chip Kelly can look to Jimmy Johnson for inspiration, Niners' 16 most significant non-Super Bowl games since 1977, Sean Payton's first move: Fire defensive coordinator. Then there is Kaepernick's back, a mural of angels and demons that took 18 hours over a couple of sessions to complete and has earned Andrion artistic acclaim. Meaning: Both the psalms on Colin’s arms’ represent his Competitive Instincts. First there was curiosity, then some negative press and then a backlash of support.