DID VIKINGS REALLY HAVE TATTOOS? WHAT DOES THE EVIDENCE SHOW?
Did Vikings have tattoos? Explore the historical evidence, Ibn Fadlan’s account, and what archaeology really shows.
NORSE GODMASKS: FAQS, HISTORY, AND SYMBOLISM
Peter Oakmund answers the Internet's burning God Mask questions
VIKING JEWELLERY: THE ARTEFACTS OF MAGIC, WEALTH AND STATUS
From the first silver arm rings hacked into trade-weight, to the serpent brooches buried with queens, Viking jewellery was never just about beauty. It was magic, oath, and wealth you could wear on your skin. It told the gods you believed, it told your kin where you stood, and it told strangers how far your people had travelled.
Ink and Influence: How Viking History Shapes Our Art at Northern Black
At Northern Black, our location near Whitley Bay immerses us daily in the legacy left by Vikings over a millennium ago. The influence of these ancient Norse explorers on our contemporary lives and practices, both intentional and unintentional, is profound. Isar Oakmund brings a personal connection to this history, hailing from Scandinavia himself. This blend of past and present inspired us to explore and share how Viking traditions have shaped the towns around our studio and continue to impact our community today.
