Hi

First of all I would suggest the back as it is a wider space to work a complex tattoo on and won’t look too crowded on the area as can spread out.

The design that sprang to mind was a pair of female cupped hands facing outwards. (This would represent you as the mother).

In the palms you could have 3 butterflies floating off the palms each…[Read more]

That is just looking great.
You got many more sittings to go?

Take care
Matthew

Hi Methadone

I have written a free tattoo ebook to answer the basics so it makes life easier. 😉

Click on my signature link and then choose chapter 10. Click on the header and it will take you into the various tattoo aftercare that are currently in use.

Hope it helps.

Take Care
Matthew

Hi and welcome to the forum.
Looking forward to seeing your ink.

Take Care
Matthew

Hi and welcome.

You can upload them to your tattoo album and make them public if you want others to see them.

Take Care
Matthew

Hi

24 – 48 hrs is fairly normal it depends on how much the area has been worked and the swelling will go down accordingly.

The first week will see plenty of peeling so don’t worry about that but if you find it still hot to the touch after 2 days you may need to get a Dr to check it over for infection.

Take Care
Matthew

Hi Vizzie

That is some rework of a tattoo – just wish could get a closer image.
That is a good artist you have in Hull – I would def stick with them for future work.

Take Care
Matthew

Hi

Truth is a lot of employers dislike visible tattoos and especially so when it is face to face customer work.
I have changed jobs 5 times in my life and 4 (incl present employer) out of 5 have a zero visible ink policy.
I would advise getting it on upper arm as long sleeves in summer is such a killer.

Take Care
Matthew

Just to give things a bit of a bump.

I have added my ebook to wordpress under Sherav’s Blog.

It will cover just about all the basic questions on tattooing a newcomer might have so feel free to use it.

I know the layout of the blog needs work and will re-organise as I get time to make it more ‘book-like’ in the meantime bear with me as I learn…[Read more]

Hi

Before you listen to anything just write this down and slap it on your computer where you can see it.

INK IS FOR LIFE!

The biggest mistake a lot of people make is that they get their first tattoo with little or no thought to what they want.

I have nothing against flash – a lot of it is great and make very nice tattoos. That said you don’t…[Read more]

That is looking very sweet.
Wear that one with pride.

Take Care
Matthew

Hi

If I am being honest my personal opinion is fuck what anybody else thinks about your tattoo.

If you like the tattoo but are being pressurised about it then tell to bollocks.

There is nothing wrong with lower back tattoos and it is not a ‘tramp’ ‘slut’ or ‘whore’ stamp. The same way my tattoos do not mean that I have spent a life behind bars…[Read more]

Hi

KH is right the pigment they use to make the white ink is not as strong as other pigments because it is not made from a metal extracted salts which is much harder to breakdown than other organic or synthetic pigments.

This means it can go a yellow colour or just fade away at a much faster rate.

I have done a stack of research for my…[Read more]

looking good.

add your photo’s into the album manager here instead. just go to your profile and add them there.

Hi

I won’t lie they do hurt some hurt about the same as a tattoo or less some hurt more depends on the ink used and placement.

Here is a extract of my tattoo ebook might help you a bit.

Laser Removal

Currently the most popular method of tattoo removal the use of lasers is still a long (usually a minimum of around 10 sittings, with up-to…[Read more]

Hi Jake

Some sweet ink you have there.

Take Care
Matthew

Hi

As KH said it takes time for the ink to settle into the skin.

The main thing is keep an eye on the milky areas if they start to weep or show signs of red streaks you have an infection and need to get some anti-biotics asap.

If it just remains milky until peeled you will be fine just keep it very clean and lotion it regular.

I am sure it…[Read more]

Hi Talistar

You are indeed correct but then it wouldn’t allow me a semi-comical rant.
Sometimes you just have to let it out.

😀

Take care
Matthew

Hi

Yes first of all get a second and if necessary third opinion from different artists.

You need to find an artist who is experienced in doing reworks and cover-ups before you consider lasering.

Also flesh coloured tattoos are variable at best and can often making a tattoo look worse as it never quite fits in with the rest of the skin.

Good…[Read more]

Hi

It would be helpful to have a photograph.
It could be several things just make sure you keep it clean and make sure it doesnt spread or get any bigger.

If it is not healing in a few days i advise you seek emdical attention as a priority to be on the safe side.

Take Care
Matthew