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replied to the topic First tattoo in the forum Inked Skin

Fri, 16 Jan 2015 14:21:26 +0000

Yea nice “ink job”

replied to the topic New tattoo! in the forum Inked Skin

Sat, 10 Jan 2015 14:09:47 +0000

Thanks for the feedback

replied to the topic New tattoo! in the forum Inked Skin

Sat, 10 Jan 2015 03:08:33 +0000

@ChaosDani 142667 wrote:

I like it. One session? How long did you sit?

One long sitting about 7 1/2 hours of just tattooing plus almost 3 more of prepping

replied to the topic New tattoo! in the forum Inked Skin

Sat, 10 Jan 2015 03:02:35 +0000

Here’s another perspective. And yeah it was one long sitting about 7 1/2 hours including 3 hours of prep.

replied to the topic My panther head... in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 04 Jan 2015 19:10:42 +0000

Its well done, cool piece. I agree with Buttwheat about some colors but overall it’s very solid. Not very often do you a see a traditional piece on this forum, don’t expect much love.

replied to the topic bicycle chain star on leg in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 04 Jan 2015 00:24:14 +0000

@sturges18 142584 wrote:

okay. thanks for the suggestion! ill check them out and thank you of your honest opinion buttwheat!

I’m from danbury/brookfield. i went to Leo at The Art Club in new milford.

In New Milford there’s Skin Deep with Mark Duhan, that’s a good shop.

replied to the topic bicycle chain star on leg in the forum Inked Skin

Sat, 03 Jan 2015 21:59:30 +0000

@buttwheat 142582 wrote:

Are you willing to travel at all maybe an hour or two for something that is for life?
The proportion is off on the links from one to another in his attempt to show depth, the shading and saturation are poorly done I don’t think it is just your tattoo I think it is his skill level but good choice not going to the crackhead,…

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replied to the topic bicycle chain star on leg in the forum Inked Skin

Sat, 03 Jan 2015 21:35:26 +0000

I’m from CT, I missed who the artist was that did this? I can definitely recommend good artists in the state, where abouts are you from?

replied to the topic I'm backkk...with a new tattoo! :) in the forum Inked Skin

Tue, 09 Dec 2014 14:47:51 +0000

Nice, I have an appointment with him in January.

replied to the topic new tattoo last of 2013 in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 06 Jan 2014 23:59:02 +0000

@buttwheat 137121 wrote:

Cool looks good. The sword tip looks a bit broad to me but overall great looking piece.

I agree. I like the tattoo and the design and I especially like the tiger head but I think the sword could have been designed better. Good stuff though.

replied to the topic What can I cover up an old crappy tattoo with? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Wed, 18 Dec 2013 13:04:54 +0000

Get a Panther

replied to the topic Thoughts on an Artist in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 16 Dec 2013 23:07:19 +0000

@poxphobia 136531 wrote:

Traditional has really grown on me. I didn’t like it too much before, but now I want to cover my body with traditional and new-traditional. Can’t stand realism though. I like my tattoos to last! ;D
I think her work looks solid!

I’m pretty much the same and although I love my one realism tattoo I’m not sure I’d get more.

replied to the topic Thoughts on an Artist in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sun, 08 Dec 2013 03:02:35 +0000

It’s actually mostly traditional American tattooing and done fairly well.

replied to the topic My latest inking, number 2 - opinions in the forum Inked Skin

Fri, 06 Dec 2013 03:15:34 +0000

I actually have more of an altered 3D “heartagram” type thing on my chest and it has nothing to do with HIM, it also has meaning as an adoption symbol. Mine is also well done, too, though.

replied to the topic Differentiating artists who draw vs replicate in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Tue, 19 Nov 2013 03:22:45 +0000

@gobeavers 135862 wrote:

Eh I guess I have no need to. I love B/G, but in a neo traditional look I think the color pieces look way better. I like b/g for realistic looking pieces, but I prefer color for traditional or neo traditional tattoos. He’s had all sorts of ideas, but left off talking about getting a rose compass and a sun in b/g, seems…

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replied to the topic @Anvidar in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sat, 09 Nov 2013 14:51:25 +0000

Excuses, excuses, excuses. Too transparently funny.

replied to the topic Half Sleeve with Pics in the forum Inked Skin

Sat, 19 Oct 2013 13:18:22 +0000

@dhurley40 134814 wrote:

thanks so far so good!
Do I get any points since he only did shading on the insides of my arm/bicep. 🙂

I’ve been afraid to get ink on my inner bicep, there’s something I want there but I admit I’ve purposely avoided the area. Your tattoo is looking good so far, though, most of the line work is very clean.

replied to the topic Clean Solid - my leg in the forum Inked Skin

Sat, 19 Oct 2013 13:15:46 +0000

Nice tattoo.

replied to the topic Fresh vs Old pics! in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sat, 12 Oct 2013 22:31:56 +0000

Here’s my Gil Elvgren pinup done by Shane O’Neill. The first pic is half fresh/half healed and the second is the tattoo about 3 years later. I’m due to update my other tattoos with healed pictures too. Most artists also like being sent pics of the healed work.

replied to the topic shige and gogue confirmed for the end of this month! in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Tue, 08 Oct 2013 03:44:46 +0000

Umh…that’s excellent, good for you man. And on a total random side note I’m also glad you said you were “excited” and not “stoked.” Damn I hate that word for some reason.

replied to the topic Japanese leg piece progression in the forum Inked Skin

Tue, 01 Oct 2013 17:18:02 +0000

Looks very good. Unless I missed it somewhere have you credited the artist?

replied to the topic New old school piece! :) in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 29 Sep 2013 01:35:58 +0000

I like old school with a twist and I think this is a pretty cool tattoo.

replied to the topic is it taboo? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sat, 28 Sep 2013 13:28:42 +0000

I disagree, I think it would be terribly morbid. To me who would want their family’s deaths memorialized on their body? Every time I looked at this tattoo it I’d be sad and who would want that? If I want to pay a sad tribute I’ll go to the cemetery and leave flowers. If I want to remember my deceased family members I want that to have fun,…[Read more]

replied to the topic First tattoo in the forum Inked Skin

Thu, 12 Sep 2013 03:36:00 +0000

That’s a very nicely done lady head which isn’t easy to do and still look pretty. Nice tattoo for sure.

replied to the topic new dude from jersey in the forum Introduce Yourself

Wed, 28 Aug 2013 03:16:31 +0000

Welcome, if you need any help finding good artists in the tri-state area I should be able to help.

replied to the topic Tofi Piece in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sun, 25 Aug 2013 01:24:12 +0000

Well done although not one of my favorites.

replied to the topic Hi from NJ in the forum Introduce Yourself

Sat, 24 Aug 2013 04:38:49 +0000

@Sam-I-Am 132238 wrote:

I bought some direct from the company, but I found I can get it cheaper through the tattoo shop.

Do you know anything about the other “Afterlife” brand that’s offered and if it can be bought individually?

Tattoo Care – Tattoo Afterlife

replied to the topic Hi from NJ in the forum Introduce Yourself

Sat, 24 Aug 2013 02:28:16 +0000

@Sam-I-Am 131130 wrote:

I use the “dry Wrap” method. Get your tattoo done with a non-petroleum based lubricant. I use redemption, but there are others. When the tattoo is finished it gets wrapped in plastic wrap. Then you remove the wrap every four hours or so, wash the tattoo with fragrance free soap. Dry and wrap with fresh plastic wrap. do this…

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replied to the topic Pinup girl tattoo - honest opinions in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 19 Aug 2013 22:17:17 +0000

@KaptainKhaos 131896 wrote:

Here’s who I was gonna take it to get it reworked:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Studio-724/333344883354150

What you guys think?

Not good enough for me, but I’m a proud tattoo snob.

replied to the topic Pinup girl tattoo - honest opinions in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 18 Aug 2013 22:26:19 +0000

For example, here’s an example of a well-done pinup…not to brag but it’s on me. (one of these days I’ll get a good, healed pic)

replied to the topic Pinup girl tattoo - honest opinions in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 18 Aug 2013 19:39:14 +0000

I actually love the concept and the design, I think a pinup girl riding a bomb is cool as hell but maybe just because I want one some day. But that’s only if theyre done properly. First, I think you went way too big for what you have and obviously as you know it’s not well done at all. Yeah, let a new artist have a crack at it, you should post a…[Read more]

replied to the topic Finally got my other hand done in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Fri, 09 Aug 2013 22:46:28 +0000

Looks pretty good Wardy.

replied to the topic Hi from NJ in the forum Introduce Yourself

Wed, 31 Jul 2013 22:15:39 +0000

@poxphobia 131113 wrote:

Make sure you get a good nights sleep and that you have a decent meal before going in. Bring with you a soda, some candy, something to keep your blood pressure up 🙂
A lot of people actually get cold during longer sittings, I do as well. Might be because I live in winter wonderland though. But I know a small dose of…

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replied to the topic Hi from NJ in the forum Introduce Yourself

Wed, 31 Jul 2013 18:45:49 +0000

I’m from CT and I’m pretty familiar with tri-state artists and rates. Rich Cahill is known as a solid artist, he used to be at Electric which has great American traditional artists. If I can be of any help just ask. NY is obviously stacked with shops and artists with the normal going rate $200/hr and a few elite artists around the 400/hr rate.

replied to the topic Russ Abbott tattoo in the forum Inked Skin

Tue, 30 Jul 2013 02:53:59 +0000

Thanks for the feedback.

replied to the topic Find a good artist? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sun, 28 Jul 2013 02:48:26 +0000

@yodaddynukka 130676 wrote:

lots of great artists in texas. closest to you would be nate beavers. then theres nick baxter, rember, liz cook

Of course they are some of the very best but you know as well as anyone getting an appt with them is nearly impossible. If you can then definitely go for it but I’m also a big fan of Rock of Ages. I want to…[Read more]

replied to the topic Tattoo idea for my daughter in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sat, 27 Jul 2013 18:05:45 +0000

@gobeavers 130928 wrote:

I have this pic blown up as my background at work, and yes it certainly looks like the lady is sucking the life out of people in this photo haha. Unfortunately it’s really hard to catch those beaming smiles in action, and this is one of the better ones, unfortunately it’s a bit blurry. I’d definitely keep that in mind…

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replied to the topic Tattoo idea for my daughter in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sat, 27 Jul 2013 14:22:50 +0000

Or maybe do something out of the box with it and rather than stick with the realism turn it into a cartoony or new school type piece but still using your daughter’s likeness and the carousel.

replied to the topic Russ Abbott tattoo in the forum Inked Skin

Sat, 27 Jul 2013 04:45:47 +0000

@Sam-I-Am 130907 wrote:

It looks great. Is there some significance to the blue hand / fingers in the water?

No just an idea he had for literal “finger waves” and just having a pointing hand guiding the ship but blending with the waves. He said he had an idea and I said go for it so it has a unique spin on a classic design. My gf doesn’t like the…[Read more]

replied to the topic should I cover my tat or have it worked on in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 02:14:58 +0000

@ArniVidar 119781 wrote:

(I miss Cornish.. he could tell for sure)

Wow, that’s pretty ironic since I’m pretty sure Cornish made it clear you were one of the main reasons he left.

replied to the topic Looking for an artist in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 22:29:06 +0000

Here, just stumbled across this place, too, might be more black/grey.
http://www.trinitytattoois.com/#/trinity-tattoo-is

replied to the topic Looking for an artist in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:01:44 +0000

Here’s a few options, you can probably find more of their work if you search more:

http://tattoonow.com/artists/Thea_Duskin/

http://tattoonow.com/artists/Gabriel_Cece/

http://tattoonow.com/artists/Tanane_Whitfield/

replied to the topic My new piece from Myke Chambers in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 02:20:25 +0000

Now that’s a tattoo.

replied to the topic What do you drive or ride??? in the forum General Discussion

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 22:55:14 +0000

ParaDoX667;111315 wrote:
I drive a 2010 Forester XT, 1986 Supra MKIII and about to buy a Yamaha XVS650 until I can get a harley 🙂

Screw the yamaha and just get the Harley!

replied to the topic Apprenticeship tattoos in the forum Inked Skin

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 23:39:47 +0000

I really like that anchor, and that lion is looking pretty sick, also. Considering where you’re at, overall you do some real nice tattoos and it seems like you have the skills to get a lot better. Serious potential.

replied to the topic The first tattoo I will be getting! in the forum Inked Skin

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 21:47:11 +0000

BananaBread;111215 wrote:
If you have a good artist lined up then you can get what you want.You don’t need to take a photo of an already completed tattoo and copy it. Take some stuff for reference and come up with your unique piece together.

Yeah, I really hope the intention is not to take a picture of someone else’s tattoo to an artist and…[Read more]

replied to the topic Where should i get a tattoo on? in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 00:23:48 +0000

The Range;111060 wrote:
It may not matter what anyone “thinks” about it, but there are still a lot of things to consider as to what the best placement would be (pain, canvas size, sun exposure, curvature, wear-and-tear, practicality, changes in body shape, etc.–all unrelated to a simple opinion of the piece). Considering that the OP is asking…[Read more]

replied to the topic Disney/Pixar tattoo 'Mater in the forum Inked Skin

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 04:15:18 +0000

DavidJednat;110833 wrote:
His name is Erich Foster. He owns Rise Above Tattoo here in Buffalo, New York. I think he’s one of the best in the biz at his style. I’m honored that he feels good enough about my work to send people to…[Read more]

replied to the topic Disney/Pixar tattoo 'Mater in the forum Inked Skin

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 02:01:05 +0000

Good for you, nice tattoo. I love traditional, what does your friend’s work look like?

replied to the topic new sleeve and other tattoos in the forum Inked Skin

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 21:13:53 +0000

The linework in the first picture is clean as hell, I love the style and would like to see more of the flintlock pistol.