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TattooTwon x Glen Hanson: The Scarab, The Alchemist & A Journey to Cairo, Egypt
Glen Hanson shares why he got a scarab tattoo at Riders Studios in Cairo, inspired by The Alchemist
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what to know before getting tattooed
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sensitivity is different on each skin
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prevent allergies and request natural ink
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proper cleaning is important
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proper cleaning is important
TattooTwon (Riders Studios – Cairo, Egypt):
So Glen why the scarab beetle? What made you choose that symbol for your tattoo?
Glen Hanson (Staten Island, New York):
Honestly? It goes back to The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho. There’s a scene near the end—Santiago reaches the pyramids and sees a scarab beetle in the sand. It’s not just some random bug. It’s a sign from the universe. A symbol of transformation and destiny. That part of the book stayed with me.
TattooTwon:
That’s deep. The scarab has a long history in Egypt rebirth, protection, eternity. But when a tattoo means something personal like that, it becomes powerful.
Glen Hanson:
Exactly. For me, this wasn’t just about getting a scarab tattoo in Egypt it was about honoring a moment in my journey. The story, the message… it made sense to come here. It made sense to sit in your chair.
TattooTwon:
That’s why I do this. At Riders Studios, we’re not just doing tattoos we’re helping people mark turning points in their lives. You brought the story full circle, right here in Cairo.
TattooTwon:
So what made you fly out from Staten Island? You could’ve gone anywhere.
Glen Hanson:
I did a search super unsure about who would do my tattoo and then I came across the Riders Studios website and learned your from Houston and then when I talked to you I felt the vibe was right and then I was sure this was the right place to go and Im glad im here doing this amazing tattoo.
TattooTwon:
Respect. That’s what we built here. Cairo and Amman we’re putting the Middle East on the tattoo map for real. But it’s not just for locals. It’s global.
Glen Hanson:
It shows. Here, it’s connection. Art. Energy. The whole studio’s got that feeling like you’re a part of a journey.
TattooTwon:
You are. Every client becomes part of the journey. That’s Riders Studios. That’s why we’ve been holding it down for years.
Glen Hanson:
I feel that. From New York to Cairo I came for the ink, but I’m leaving with a story.
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