|
|
Post by S on Mar 9, 2013 18:58:24 GMT -5
My god, trying to find a good tattooist in south east england... Most shops are run by damn con-artist chancers who are looking to make a cheap buck off the popularity of Miami / LA Ink... Getting an apprentiship is hard enough without having to filter through these guys... Anyway guys, a quick tattoo design i thought i'd show you guys, did it as a birthday present for a mates sister. Not my usual thing, but it came out well and it was a nice change to draw  Just two more tattoos that i have planned, then i think i will be taking a slight hiatus, wanna try some concept art stuff and physical sculpture |
|
Ramos
Main Eventer
Joined on: Sept 19, 2007 13:58:31 GMT -5
Posts: 2,264
|
Post by Ramos on Mar 14, 2013 4:06:43 GMT -5
 Crappy photo of the work I got done last Friday. It's my favourite lines from Forever Young by Bob Dylan, which is one of my favourite songs ever. |
|
|
|
Post by bababooey on Mar 17, 2013 10:17:45 GMT -5
I have an appointment to get my first tattoo on Saturday. I have a few aftercare questions and would appreciate some help. I'm getting on my left bicep.
1. Should I take any special precautions when showering? I saw somewhere that it's ok to get it wet but you shouldn't let it soak. If I'm in the shower wouldn't it kinda get soaked?
2. I usually wear long sleeved shirts to work. Should I do a light wrapping over the tattoo so my sleeve doesn't keep rubbing against it? I have this wrapping material that's great. It's like a super thin cloth. It's not adhesive but it clings to itself so it stays in place. It also breaths well since its so thin.
|
|
Ramos
Main Eventer
Joined on: Sept 19, 2007 13:58:31 GMT -5
Posts: 2,264
|
Post by Ramos on Mar 17, 2013 11:09:20 GMT -5
1. It should be fine as the water isn't running onto it directly, better to let it hit another part of you and run down onto the area.
2. Not entirely sure about this one, but you could always wear a t shirt underneath since that would be cotton and wouldn't irritate it.
|
|
|
|
Post by Ian from 616Entertainment. on Mar 18, 2013 15:12:11 GMT -5
Don't put wrapping over the tattoo, let it breathe.
In the shower, just try to not let it get drenched, and don't cover it with soap and stuff. I've got both of my forearms done. It's a little irritating, but I just used one arm to do everything.
|
|
K Dot
Main Eventer
Joined on: Aug 5, 2005 10:06:08 GMT -5
Posts: 1,771
|
Post by K Dot on Mar 18, 2013 15:34:50 GMT -5
Crappy photo of the work I got done last Friday. It's my favourite lines from Forever Young by Bob Dylan, which is one of my favourite songs ever. That's pretty dope man. I'm getting a tattoo around the same area also in writing, what's the pain like? |
|
Ramos
Main Eventer
Joined on: Sept 19, 2007 13:58:31 GMT -5
Posts: 2,264
|
Post by Ramos on Mar 19, 2013 6:20:30 GMT -5
Thanks bro, it's not too bad I don't think. Hurt more than the other one I had (on the other forearm) but I think that was probably because it was a lot bigger. The worst bit was when she got up near my elbow although that could have been because I had to have my arm in a weird position with my arm tensed pushing my elbow out of place.
|
|
|
|
Post by ~ Cymru ~ on Mar 19, 2013 19:11:29 GMT -5
This is my first tat, I didnt know what to expect really, my girlfriend was training to become a tattooist a few years back so I learnt all the necessary info back then, but pain wise I didnt know what to expect, everyone deals with pain in different ways, I found it ok, some areas more enjoyable than others. The part that put me off the most was the sound of the gun (?) if thats what its called xD I decided I wanted a tattoo to symbolise my inner nerd so I went with a yoda, but after googling I found yoda tats were quite common, so I put my own twist on it by adding in sugar skull styled "highlights" if you will  as I really like the colours of the sugar skull decor, anyways here's the pic my next session is on the 9th of April, when I'll be getting the colour added -  |
|
Joel
Main Eventer
WF 10 Year Member
Joined on: Dec 19, 2003 23:27:42 GMT -5
Posts: 1,642
|
Post by Joel on Mar 19, 2013 20:36:53 GMT -5
This is my first tat, I didnt know what to expect really, my girlfriend was training to become a tattooist a few years back so I learnt all the necessary info back then, but pain wise I didnt know what to expect, everyone deals with pain in different ways, I found it ok, some areas more enjoyable than others. The part that put me off the most was the sound of the gun (?) if thats what its called xD I decided I wanted a tattoo to symbolise my inner nerd so I went with a yoda, but after googling I found yoda tats were quite common, so I put my own twist on it by adding in sugar skull styled "highlights" if you will as I really like the colours of the sugar skull decor, anyways here's the pic my next session is on the 9th of April, when I'll be getting the colour added - That's cool man, first time I have seen a Yoda in that particular style. Can't wait to see it finished. Make sure you post a new picture once it's colored in. |
|
|
|
Post by "The Gothic Superstar" Ronin on Mar 19, 2013 22:12:42 GMT -5
My 5th tattoo, second stage. The CXS cross was the first part, just got the ankh today. I designed the whole thing best I could in Photoshop and told my artist what I had in mind. He loves doing stone texturing which ended up being perfect cause he took my design to another level. The 3D lining was his idea, as was the idea to add the random cracks and pits, which actually fits my personality and my life. I almost wanted to cry it was so amazing when it was all done. He said once it heals all the shading will settle, he used a lot of gray tones which you cant totally make out now, once it heals Im going back so he can get a picture and possibly do some darker work depending on how I feel about it.
The third step will be black, scorched, flaming fallen-angel wings that will go up my shoulder and partially across my chest and back. Possible fourth will be some background designing to pull my half-sleeve, if I can work out a design that fits and I am satisfied with, otherwise I might leave it at the wings
|
|
|
|
Post by AdamBomb on Mar 21, 2013 15:58:59 GMT -5
Appointment for this Monday, my 28th birthday.
|
|
|
|
Post by Ian from 616Entertainment. on Mar 21, 2013 17:25:27 GMT -5
Remember when I posted I had just taken a seat a few weeks ago? Here's some poor, gorilla style sh*t pictures. I never get around to sharing anymore. Got some filigree to fill in my open spots on the right forearm. I've got dual half sleeves now, haha. Now to work up. I'd like to apologize for the quality, it really doesn't do the work my artist did justice.   This is what happens when I take a photo while listening to Bill Burr's Monday Morning Podcast. He's so funny. That's a genuine 'I'm about to laugh' smile, there, folks. Pretty rare from an on-again off-again depressed hermit like myself, haha.  |
|
Devilkiller
Main Eventer
WFWF. Go see about it.
Joined on: Mar 17, 2012 16:49:19 GMT -5
Posts: 1,869
|
Post by Devilkiller on Mar 23, 2013 19:58:50 GMT -5
Can someone find some decent tattoo artwork for a scene guy?(scene is like emo, but without the cutting)
Also find some for goth (my bro) Thanks guys!
|
|
|
|
Post by bababooey on Mar 23, 2013 22:37:26 GMT -5
Just got my first tattoo tonight. Came out great. The guy said the shading will lighten up a bit. I was surprised by how little it hurt. I could definitely feel it but I was super comfortable the whole time.
|
|
Devilkiller
Main Eventer
WFWF. Go see about it.
Joined on: Mar 17, 2012 16:49:19 GMT -5
Posts: 1,869
|
Post by Devilkiller on Mar 24, 2013 8:59:53 GMT -5
^ solid work, I love the shading, wish the red would've been thicker to be more visible, but that's great tattoo bro! Jealous.
|
|
|
|
Post by bababooey on Mar 24, 2013 10:29:27 GMT -5
^ solid work, I love the shading, wish the red would've been thicker to be more visible, but that's great tattoo bro! Jealous. The guy said with the ink he used, the darker colors will fade a little and the red wont fade as much. So when it's fully healed the writing will stand out more. |
|
Devilkiller
Main Eventer
WFWF. Go see about it.
Joined on: Mar 17, 2012 16:49:19 GMT -5
Posts: 1,869
|
Post by Devilkiller on Mar 24, 2013 12:17:32 GMT -5
^ solid work, I love the shading, wish the red would've been thicker to be more visible, but that's great tattoo bro! Jealous. The guy said with the ink he used, the darker colors will fade a little and the red wont fade as much. So when it's fully healed the writing will stand out more. Then in that case great tattoo! Wish I had it. Other news- Anyone know what's a good tattoo shop in KY? |
|
|
|
Post by AdamBomb on Mar 24, 2013 13:44:16 GMT -5
The guy said with the ink he used, the darker colors will fade a little and the red wont fade as much. So when it's fully healed the writing will stand out more. Then in that case great tattoo! Wish I had it. Other news- Anyone know what's a good tattoo shop in KY? Best advice anyone can give you - get out, go to the local shops, and ask to see portfolios of their work. Look for awards too. ---One day away from getting my hand done. So  ing excited. |
|
Devilkiller
Main Eventer
WFWF. Go see about it.
Joined on: Mar 17, 2012 16:49:19 GMT -5
Posts: 1,869
|
Post by Devilkiller on Mar 24, 2013 14:05:52 GMT -5
Then in that case great tattoo! Wish I had it. Other news- Anyone know what's a good tattoo shop in KY? Best advice anyone can give you - get out, go to the local shops, and ask to see portfolios of their work. Look for awards too. ---One day away from getting my hand done. So ing excited. Doesnt that hurt? |
|
|
|
Post by AdamBomb on Mar 24, 2013 14:21:12 GMT -5
Best advice anyone can give you - get out, go to the local shops, and ask to see portfolios of their work. Look for awards too. ---One day away from getting my hand done. So ing excited. Doesnt that hurt? Well yeah, I mean, all tattoos hurt. It's a needle being repeatedly stabbed up to (somewhere around) 200 times per second into your skin. It kills me when people claim it doesn't hurt, sure it might be tolerable, but your brain is still registering pain. Of all the tattoos I have, my fingers have hurt the absolute most, and the radiation symbol behind my right ear has hurt the least. I expect my hand to be about equal in pain to that of my forearms. |
|
