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replied to the topic Thoughts on this tattoo in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 07:57:22 +0000

The only issue I have with your reasoning is that a forearm tattoo with the amount of elements (and resulting size) that you wanted will inevitably end up crossing onto the top of your forearm. I’m sure Russ explained to you how your skin has elasticity like a rubber band, so that what seems to lie only on your inner forearm with your arm laid out…[Read more]

replied to the topic Thoughts on this tattoo in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 05:47:48 +0000

Figured I’d spill the news because after what happened at the shop I don’t know if caliguy will be back on here talking about it. So, after Russ completely freehanded the design onto caliguys forearm, and literally seconds away from beginning the tattoo, he decided to bail because he had to think about it some more. Kind of a bummer because i know…[Read more]

replied to the topic Bandana print?? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 23:47:50 +0000

Yea. That dense border is a paisley pattern and the dots on the inside are individual paisleys.

replied to the topic Bandana print?? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 21:18:32 +0000

I haven’t seen it used as filler before, but the pattern is called a paisley so try googling that.

replied to the topic Thoughts on this tattoo in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 05:32:16 +0000

Haha yup that’s where I work. Crazy coincidence. I think I overheard you and russ talking about it the other day. He’ll kill it. That shit is right up his alley.

replied to the topic Thoughts on this tattoo in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 19:28:46 +0000

Just out of curiosity, where did you decide to get it done. I was just checking the appointment book at work and saw a guy is coming in to get a skull and robin. And seeing that you’re from CA, I thought it’d be crazy if that was you.

replied to the topic black vs. color in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences

Wed, 11 May 2011 05:00:10 +0000

Go color. Take advantage of being pale. Thats what I did, and I’m glad I went the color route.

replied to the topic Going for my first tattoo. Will this fail? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Tue, 03 May 2011 20:25:42 +0000

My first was my chestpiece. You’ll be fine. Break it up into 3-4 sessions if it hurts more than expected.

replied to the topic First BIG piece in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Tue, 03 May 2011 20:09:41 +0000

I’d guess I would probably take more than one session. 1 for outline and shading, another for color. But if you sit well and your artist is down for a long session, I guess it could be done in 1. As for rates, average is usually $100-150 an hour depending on the artist, but some are more. Who did you have in mind?

replied to the topic these ads... in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 05:56:50 +0000

super fucking annoying. now its that much easier for people to find those worthless $75 chinese tattoo kits

replied to the topic First Tattoo: Chest piece? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 05:53:21 +0000

my first was a chestpiece. the only good thing about it is that you dont really know what to expect pain-wise going into it so you have nothing to compare it to.
and if you plan on doing your arms too then they will be a breeze. i say go for it, it worked out well for me.
as for pricing, mine was around 1K but im sure they can range above and…[Read more]

replied to the topic Advice on tattoo concept, translating well or not in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 06:24:13 +0000

just because something looks “cool” doesn’t mean it will work as a tattoo. i couldnt see that looking good anywhere..chest, back or arm.

replied to the topic Finishing Half sleeve in the forum Inked Skin

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 05:33:19 +0000

Looks very good. Solid work. Congrats to you.

replied to the topic Tattoo by fire in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:17:41 +0000

yea with scarification they cut out a design from your skin with a scalpel. i figured if he was going for the scarred look he now has 1 more option haha

replied to the topic Tattoo by fire in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 22:57:13 +0000

i believe its called scarification or branding. id check with shops that do more of the “extreme” body modifications, ie tounge splitting and whatnot

replied to the topic Figured I'd share some of my work in the forum Inked Skin

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:06:10 +0000

Looks good man. I’m liking the lion.

replied to the topic My problem with tattoos in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:01:45 +0000

ArniVidar;84261 wrote:
I shall give you the best advice I can:

If you are not 100% sure, don’t get it 🙂
If you are relatively sure about something, pin it to your fridge or somewhere that you will see it every single day, and leave it there for a few months.
If you still love it after that time, bring that idea in here and ask for honest…[Read more]

replied to the topic fans of traditional tattoos.... in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 20:48:09 +0000

haha yea ET gets boring sometimes so im slowly migrating. i should update my pics at some point though. touched up the owl and finished the inside of that arm. starting my other arm friday.

replied to the topic gratuity for multi sessions in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 20:44:58 +0000

reefdiver;84231 wrote:
the vendor who accepts the credti card has to pay 3-5% to the credit card company…………

not to mention, cash (some , if not all of it) can go directly into the pocket of the provider………;)

ooh, very good to know. i’ll have to find some cash for my session friday then haha

replied to the topic gratuity for multi sessions in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 20:13:37 +0000

all my tattoos have been done in multiple sessions and i tend to only tip after the last session. but as others have said, even though tipping isn’t necessarily expected, it is greatly appreciated.

and just out of curiosity, how come paying in cash is better than with a card? i always see the signs that “cash is appreciated” but i’ve never really…[Read more]

replied to the topic new traditional tattto in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 07 Feb 2011 05:47:59 +0000

buttwheat;81038 wrote:
Not that it is bad or anything but something looks a little off on it. And dude clean your floor!

I was thinking the same thing. I think it might be the lower jaw. Seems a little squashed/too short. I don’t know, maybe it’s just me.

replied to the topic mom hates tatts but i want to have one in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 15:56:54 +0000

if your first thought is where should i get a tattoo to hide it from my mommy, then you aren’t old/mature enough to get one. just wait

replied to the topic New Work on Chest in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 15:47:28 +0000

looks great!

replied to the topic My Ink in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 02:25:51 +0000

Haha strange. I’ve never seen a 4 used that way. Good to know

replied to the topic Japanese Sleeve " triangle" question in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sun, 23 Jan 2011 21:44:52 +0000

I can’t remember where I’ve heard that before, but I’m pretty sure your artist right. I wish I had some references to back it up, but sadly I can’t find anything.

I think if you are going the traditional route, you may want to think about incorporating a triangle (a circle is used as well) solely based on the tradition. But if you are only using…[Read more]

replied to the topic My Ink in the forum Inked Skin

Sat, 22 Jan 2011 00:48:51 +0000

I agree the clock is super clean…but am I the only one who noticed the Roman numeral for 4 is wrong? Should be IV not IIII.