Thinking of getting a tattoo... talk me into or out of it!!!!!

Pegasus

harmless_little_f*** wrote:

Or maybe one of those Chinese dragons which all the chavs are going for. They are so hot right now.

I've checked with Duggro... getting the same one as his.

ooh, nice one..but where are you getting it? (don't think the forearm like duggro works best)

libragirl

I was going to get one a few years back...but now i feel Im too old.

decides2dream

wouldn't DREAM of talking anyone into getting a tattoo...or out of getting a tattoo. it's your body, and such a personal choice. think about it long and hard....and then follow your heart's desire.


i got my one and only tattoo at the age of 35. i ADORE it.....took a long time deciding what i wanted and i am fully pleased with it. it cannot be seen unless i want it to be, and quite honestly it is rare for me to wear something that would show it off. however, *I* know it's there.....and it makes me happy. so whatever you decide, just be sure it is to make YOU HAPPY. enjoy!

SENROCK

harmless_little_f*** wrote:

My friend is getting a quote for me as we speak. I've wanted to for about a year but only now am I saying 'Fuck it, yes.'

:eek:

do it man. DO IT.

anotherclone

I think if you are even considering a teeny tiny bit to get one, you need to do it. I have a couple and I love them so much. They mean so much to me for where I was at, at the time they were done. Milestones in my life. Divorce, cancer diagnosis...stuff like that. They are like souvenirs you never lose. I go to a great guy and I treat all of his stuff as if it was art. You will love yours.

I am thinking on a new one that is PJ related. But I don't want the stick man and I don't want lyrics. It would be too hard to chose the right lyrics.


I can't remember the person that said they don't want one because they are "too old". I say screw that. If you want one, don't let that thought hold you back. I am 43 and I will probably be getting my next one shortly. Life is too short to say "I wish I would have..." .

Urban Hiker

chadwick wrote:

The chic who has done mine probably is a millionaire by now or soon will be.
All from tattooing.
She is 100% free hand, fine line, thick ass line, whatever you want, she's on it.
A pure artist.
To me stencils/tracing is a scam.
This is just me and my opinion.
I am not downing anyones tattoos.
I personally wouldn't have it done.

Are you keeping her for yourself?

How's about a little name/place dropping, please?

civ_eng_girl

chadwick wrote:

I have alot of ink work on me.
It is addictive.
I've been in the chair about 20-25 times or more.

Do go to a professional artist.
If they trace/stencil the fuckin tattoo on your skin
get up and walk out.

This is my opinion.

The tattoo should be free hand drawn onto your flesh
Then tattooed.

If they can't draw the art on you and they need to cheat by using a stencil/tracing thingy,
that shows me they are not skilled in the art of tattooing.

i'm sorry, but i think this is bull.... there's nothing wrong with using a stencil.... i'm not talking about using "flash", which most people would agree isn't the way to go... but tell me exactly what is wrong with an artist doing a custom piece on paper, and then creating a stencil from it??

plus, the design that harmless wants needs PERFECT CIRCLES.... damn right i'd want the artist to use a stencil! If somebody thinks they're going to freehand circles on me, i'd get up and walk out.... nobody can draw a perfect circle. (except einstein, or davinci, or whoever it was.... )

SENROCK

anotherclone wrote:

I think if you are even considering a teeny tiny bit to get one, you need to do it. I have a couple and I love them so much. They mean so much to me for where I was at, at the time they were done. Milestones in my life. Divorce, cancer diagnosis...stuff like that. They are like souvenirs you never lose. I go to a great guy and I treat all of his stuff as if it was art. You will love yours.

I am thinking on a new one that is PJ related. But I don't want the stick man and I don't want lyrics. It would be too hard to chose the right lyrics.


I can't remember the person that said they don't want one because they are "too old". I say screw that. If you want one, don't let that thought hold you back. I am 43 and I will probably be getting my next one shortly. Life is too short to say "I wish I would have..." .

full agreeance with everything up there! ESPECIALLY the part of tatts being like souvenirs. The one i got in hawaii after the pearl jam show last year is DEFINITELY my greatest souvenir.

Jennytree

civ_eng_girl wrote:

i'm sorry, but i think this is bull.... there's nothing wrong with using a stencil.... i'm not talking about using "flash", which most people would agree isn't the way to go... but tell me exactly what is wrong with an artist doing a custom piece on paper, and then creating a stencil from it??

plus, the design that harmless wants needs PERFECT CIRCLES.... damn right i'd want the artist to use a stencil! If somebody thinks they're going to freehand circles on me, i'd get up and walk out.... nobody can draw a perfect circle. (except einstein, or davinci, or whoever it was.... )

I concur

_Crazy_Mary_

f***, I think that right now might not be the best time for you get a tattoo. It's something you'll have the rest of your life. You're going through a hard time right now, we all know that. I say if you still want it in 6 months, go for it! But give yourself some time.

GraySaturday

i have a tattoo of two koi fish swimming in water with cherry blossoms floating all aroun covering the entire top of my left foot. It hurt worse than anything I have ever experienced before but it was so worth it. I love my tattoo. I only think you should get one if your 100% about it. Its not really one of those, "ah I guess I'll just go get a tattoo today" type of things. But to each his own.

FinsburyParkCarrots

harmless_little_f*** wrote:

I know a guy called Tony who's with a girl called Gemma. He wanted to write 'Tony' then 'Gemma' on both wrists but he said it hurt so much that all he's ended up with is 'T' and 'G'.

LOL

Everyone will think he goes to Torture Garden for spanking sessions.

harmless_little_f***

_Crazy_Mary_ wrote:

f***, I think that right now might not be the best time for you get a tattoo. It's something you'll have the rest of your life. You're going through a hard time right now, we all know that. I say if you still want it in 6 months, go for it! But give yourself some time.

I've actually wanted one for a year, so don't worry, it is premeditated.

harmless_little_f***

civ_eng_girl wrote:

i'm sorry, but i think this is bull.... there's nothing wrong with using a stencil.... i'm not talking about using "flash", which most people would agree isn't the way to go... but tell me exactly what is wrong with an artist doing a custom piece on paper, and then creating a stencil from it??

plus, the design that harmless wants needs PERFECT CIRCLES.... damn right i'd want the artist to use a stencil! If somebody thinks they're going to freehand circles on me, i'd get up and walk out.... nobody can draw a perfect circle. (except einstein, or davinci, or whoever it was.... )

Good points well made. That was what I was thinking; I need perfect circles, therefore I need a stencil.

Ahnimus

http://people.howstuffworks.com/tattoo.htm

harmless_little_f***

Pegasus wrote:

ooh, nice one..but where are you getting it? (don't think the forearm like duggro works best)

Really? I like the forearm thing but I think it'll hurt like a bitch... is that the reason you wouldn't suggest it?

chadwick

Urban Hiker wrote:

Are you keeping her for yourself?

How's about a little name/place dropping, please?

She moves around the world.
She probably still here in the US for now.
Last I knew she was out east in one of the Carolina's.
She was raised in Hong Kong and England, she's an English gal.
Her dad taught the English language in Hong Kong.
She lived in Iowa, Illinois, California, Florida and one of the Carolina's.
She a marathon runner, a fitness instructor, tattoo artist, artist.
Her name is Rebecca.
She might be in Spain or Holland.
If you find her, you're set.
I should try and contact her myself, we have mutual friends.

Ahnimus

Since tattoos involve needles and blood, they carry several risks. These include transmission of diseases like hepatitis, tuberculosis and possibly HIV. When tattoo artists follow all the correct sterilization and sanitation procedures, risks for disease transmission are relatively low. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there has not been a documented case of HIV transmission from a tattoo. However, doctors warn that non-sterile tattooing practices can lead to the transmission of syphilis, hepatitis B and other infectious organisms.

Infections can occur in new tattoos, especially without appropriate aftercare. Some people also experience allergic reactions to tattoo inks. Although the pigments used may have U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for other purposes, the FDA does not regulate tattoo inks. Finally, some people experience pain or burning during magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations because of metallic pigments. Some doctors have also reported interference and distorted MRI images from permanent makeup pigments.

In addition, most states place restrictions on whether people who have tattoos can donate blood. Because of the danger of hepatitis, the American Red Cross will not accept blood from someone who has been tattooed in the past year unless the tattoo parlor is state-regulated. Most states do not regulate tattoo parlors. [Source: American Red Cross]

Tattoo professionals use rules known as universal precautions to prevent the spread of illnesses during tattooing. These precautions are part of the Bloodborne Pathogens Rule issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The same rules apply to hospitals and doctors' offices. The CDC is a good resource for information about universal precautions.

SENROCK

GraySaturday wrote:

i have a tattoo of two koi fish swimming in water with cherry blossoms floating all aroun covering the entire top of my left foot. It hurt worse than anything I have ever experienced before but it was so worth it. I love my tattoo. I only think you should get one if your 100% about it. Its not really one of those, "ah I guess I'll just go get a tattoo today" type of things. But to each his own.

oh MAN. i am IMMAGINing your pain. I only got words tattooed on the top of my foot & it was by FAR the worst feeling ink yet! all of my tattoos have meaning exxxcept for one. i got it this summer becuz i made a pact with someone that every 6months we need more! so he drew somn & wanted me to get it. I have ALWYAS been the artist. i figured it was fair since HE always gets the designs I DRAW. I took a chance in getting it WITHOUT knowing what it meant til AFTER. its small but the meaning is priceless.

RolandTD20Kdrummer

harmless_little_f*** wrote:

My friend is getting a quote for me as we speak. I've wanted to for about a year but only now am I saying 'Fuck it, yes.'

:eek:

For your first tat go with something small and subtle...

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