InkProfessor;82168 wrote:
Wonky lines? Your insane, hey man it’s a nice tattoo and there are plenty of haters out there to take shots at you because they are bored or strive off drama.

Your words not mine. Just because someone offers criticism doen’s make them a “hater”.

Here’s mine. Original art by Gil Elvgren, tattoo by Shane O’Neill:

Also, check out some by Xavi Garcia:
http://www.myspace.com/xavigarciatattoo/photos/albums/pinup-and-girls-tattoos/1016837#mssrc=SitesPhotos_SP_AlbumCover_ViewAlbum

Or more cartoonish styles:
http://www.stinkymonkeytattoos.com/tonyciavarro/tattooed.html (Tony…[Read more]

iheartmyed9;82154 wrote:
Anybody with negative or positive comments about his work? This is honestly the best Koi dragon ive ever seen….anybody with a koi dragon out there thats better?

If this is the best you’ve ever seen then I’m guessing it’s also the only one you’ve ever seen. Look, you asked for feedback and now you’re getting it. Your…[Read more]

Sorry I’m not really creative with ideas but this seems difficult to get a matching tattoo when you want it to fit with your existing piece and it will be more random on her. Maybe get something on a different part than your back so it’s a seperate concept altogether. Like if you get each others favorite flowers or birth flowers on each other or…[Read more]

I’m not sure of the ingredients in the baby lotion but it’s always recommended to use a fragrance free lotion. Lubriderm and Curel are usually good choices. Yes the peeling is normal so now is when you generally want to make the switch to the lotion. Do not peel it, let it flake naturally.

You’re right, as long as you’re happy that’s all that matters so congratulations. And it’s nice to see some people are actually mature enough to accept some honest opinions and criticism without getting all defensive and angry.

Have any better pictures?

I don’t think these are very well done, either. The spacing and execution on the letters on the first one is uneven and the shading, cursive and spacing on the memorial piece is inconsistent and amateurish. The “n” in “finger” looks just like the “m” in “them” and the “n” in “Grandpa” is horrible. Sorry, I just don’t think these are well done at all.

beckyo;82017 wrote:
Thanks for the feedback guys. Think I’ve found the best place in my area to get it done so going to speak to them about it tomorrow! I’ll post up the finished article once done!

Can you post up a link to the artist you’re interested in?

Everyone is different and some tattoos may heal faster than others but I think the general rule is that it isn’t fully healed until at least a month. After a few days of getting it they usually start flaking and regrowing the skin. Sometimes they go through more than one peeling phase during which it wil look faded and crappy. Then the peeling…[Read more]

ToxicTori;82021… wrote:
i had to wait three week to get my appointment but obvioulsy it was worth the wait…

Sorry, this sounds a little funny because three weeks is absolutely nothing to have to wait for an appt. The artists that can take you in immediately are usually the ones to shy away from.

I admit when I read 5 hours and $250 I was scared but it looks pretty good. I’d like to see a bigger picture but from what you, um buttweheat, posted it looks nice. Also seems to fit the arm well. I’d still like to know how you got a pretty nice tattoo for only that much. Congrats.

Might have an issue down the road with some of the lower lines but find a good artist and see what they think.

Master_Splinter;81996 wrote:
Sorry, I did not mean to come off impatient was just wanting to know if I could use it for aftercare instead of Tattoo Goo or A&D.

I’m not a big fan of Tatto Goo. A&D has worked ok for me but I also like Aquaphor ointment, not cream, then switch to a lotion after peeling starts. Some people use only lotion and not…[Read more]

Damn, a little impatient wouldn’t you say? I never heard of that stuff, should be ok. If you’re that impatient ask your artist maybe they’ll answer quicker than we.

Not my style but at least they look well done, thanks for posting.

reefdiver;81916 wrote:
that frog rocks…………..

where are you located ???

I agree, thanks for sharing.

Welcome to the forum.

I’ll try to stay open minded and not be overly critical. To be honest, at least you’re not thinking about getting a long, run on quote. I’ve seen a couple of text tattoos under the collarbone that don’t look half bad so I think you’re idea would work ok with the right artist. That being said, I still agree with albert1500 about maybe getting an…[Read more]

Excessive movement and sweat are not good during the tattoo healing process. Take some time off, keep them clean and let them heal properly.