Take Your Time I know that getting a new tattoo is exciting,
and when you finally decide this is what you want, it is hard to wait. But this
is not something to be rushed into. If you really want a tattoo that you are
going to be happy with its going to take some time. So, relax, and don't be in
a rush to get inked.
Visit Several Studios Shop around! I'm sure if you were about to
make a major purchase, like a car, you wouldn't buy one from the first
dealership you went to. Check out examples of the artists' work, ask around,
and take the time to just stay for a while and watch if you can. Ask the
artists questions, and see if they are friendly and willing to talk to you. If
you wander around the shop for half an hour, and no one even asks if they can
help you, they don't take much pride in their work.
Scrutinize The Work You don't have to be an artist to be able to
tell quality artistry from a bad job. Whether you get a chance to view pictures
in an artist's portfolio, or see a live example, really look closely at the work.
It's easy to be swayed by pretty pictures. Don't get caught up in this trap!
Look closely at the lines. They should be smooth, not jumpy or jagged or shaky.
Colors should be bold and filled in completely with no blank areas. Circles
should look like circles, not ovals. Be objective!
Consider Your
Profession It's great to see
that many white-collar professionals are getting tattooed these days. It is
becoming more main-stream and acceptable on all levels of education,
background, and professions. Unfortunately, though, this does not mean it is
acceptable to the employers or clients of the professional worker. Before
putting a tattoo in a very visible area of your body, you will want to consider
how it will affect those around you.
Your Tattoo Is A Reflection
Of You You can pick up the
latest tattoo-related magazine, and you will see some examples of great artwork
of some very "outspoken" tattoos. Demons, serial killers and sexually
explicit tattoos can be artfully perfect, but this may not be how you want
people to view you. Whatever you have tattooed on you is the impression people
are going to get about what kind of person you are. Granted, this is no-one's
business but your own, but if you want to project a certain image, your tattoos
should reflect that.
“Good Tattoos Aren't
Cheap And Cheap Tattoos Aren't Good"... These words are very true, people who price
shop and base what they get on prices usually end up regretting the tattoo they
get. If a shop is a little pricier than another, usually there is a reason why
one shop in the same area is cutting prices.
In closing, be sure to talk to your artist
before letting them touch your skin, you want to find the right artist for the
job, someone passionate about the art they create. Get to know your artist,
most artists get to know their clients and will gladly offer discounts and put
a little extra into each tattoo for a regular customer. Keep an open mind and
use common sense and you'll find the right artist for your tattoo. Good
luck!
