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replied to the topic Ink Masters season 3 in the forum Miami Ink - La Ink

Wed, 17 Jul 2013 04:09:49 +0000

I did. Mostly because I have ink by and follow Jime Litwalk. I can’t help but root for him. But you are right. There appear to be some decent artists this year….of course they also have to add the drama of ass artists and those with excuses for everything, but that is to be expected.

replied to the topic football tattoo idea-brutal honesty required in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 01:57:20 +0000

It’s not about football (American or English). It’s more about any logo. Baseball, basketball, etc. They are almost always boring because they are a replica of the team logo. I agree with GrayCatLove, but most people that want sports team ink, do not want them to be abstract.

Be creative.

replied to the topic Tat Noob! in the forum Introduce Yourself

Sun, 26 May 2013 06:13:56 +0000

It’s a good thing you came here. Everybody should always start with a shitty cheap tattoo before you can afford a good one. That way you will appreciate a good tattoo later. And when you can actually afford a good one, you will also be able to afford lasering your original shitty tattoo.

Spend some time here and on other forums, and thinking…[Read more]

replied to the topic My Saint Michael Tattoo in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:51:44 +0000

@Sam-I-Am 127862 wrote:

I like that.
(Is that Scotch in your shot glass?)

It’s actually tequila.

replied to the topic My Saint Michael Tattoo in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 19 May 2013 04:01:57 +0000

You started with “Tell me what ya think.”. Now you say, “I like it and thats all that matters.” and “I have got a lot of compliments on it”

You need to make up your mind. Either you want opinions or you don’t care what people think. You can’t have it both ways. Some will like it, some will not; your friends will never give you an honest opinion.…[Read more]

replied to the topic My Robert Hernandez continuation leg piece from Yesterday... in the forum Inked Skin

Thu, 09 May 2013 00:37:49 +0000

Nice! The pictures might not be the greatest, but it is clear the ink is amazing.

replied to the topic My new tattoo - another mask in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 17:35:37 +0000

That looks great!

replied to the topic Booked my first appointment! in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:59:46 +0000

I will only say this –

If your wife is against it, you are clearly creating drama…good luck with that.

replied to the topic Charles Manson portrait in the forum Inked Skin

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 11:52:42 +0000

@Amok 125605 wrote:

A Beatles song that Manson named his crazy “race war” after.

I think Bert’s question revolves around the actual tattooed words. Likely, he knows about “Helter Skelter. However, on the the tattoo, the L and the T are identical. To Bert it looks like Heller Skeller; to me it looks like Hetter Sketter. It is not a well done…[Read more]

replied to the topic Greetings in the forum Introduce Yourself

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:47:44 +0000

Welcome to the forum. I am sure you will get differing opinions, but here is mine.

I have found it better to get tattoos in the summer vs. winter. My winter ink has always been more of a healing struggle due to dry winter skin and trying to minimize scabbing, and maximize healing time.

If I get one in the summer, it’s easier to keep the ink…[Read more]

replied to the topic Where can i buy a fragrance-free antibacterial soap for my tattoo? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sat, 05 Jan 2013 17:58:15 +0000

@hip toss 121796 wrote:

i got my tattoo retouched i am using dove but the antibacterial i cant find at cvs all of them have scents im just worried that dove is not really cleaning the tattoo from germs cause my tat has a smell to it. its faint but stinks just a little just worried thats all i dont think its an infection an insight

I sure hope you…[Read more]

replied to the topic The eagle got its make over - a great experience with Gunnar in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 16:50:18 +0000

I like how he subtly removed some of the sharp lines in the eagle. The wings extensions and white neck transition also look good. The smoother muted colors look much better. I also like the color contrast between the blue sky and golden desert.

I recall my experience with him, and was actually surprised that you did not comment on his heavy hand…[Read more]

replied to the topic Sketch is in...off to Columbus...Gunnar to add a Cobra to my Eagle on Saturday in the forum Inked Skin

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 05:32:22 +0000

Mr. Metalman.

Congratulations to you all. You already know Gunnar will do you right. Can’t wait to see pics.

replied to the topic Smokin tattoos - 420 emporium Henrietta NY in the forum US Tattoo and Piercing - Artists and Parlours

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:00:37 +0000

@Vale55rie 120992 wrote:

I have tattoos and I love them, but my 16 year old should not have been inked

So, how many parents does this 16 year old have? Kraqr (male, Justin), I assume is the father. According to him, the mother was ok with this. Now, Vale55rie says “her” (I assume based on screen name) 16 year old should not have been inked.

And…[Read more]

replied to the topic I like symmetry in the forum Inked Skin

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 16:01:56 +0000

Personally, not a fan. The blocks do not appear to be “block” shaped, and the red (in both the blocks and the dots on top) is not appealing to my eye. The solid black circles are even less appealing. Actually, I do not think there is anything about it that I like. But if you do, good for you.

Additionally, I do not see anything symmetrical.

replied to the topic Me and Girlfriend Tattoo in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 19:13:42 +0000

1. I would not get either.
2. If you are not sure, you should not get a king or a queen.

replied to the topic Gidday! in the forum Introduce Yourself

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 16:48:04 +0000

Welcome, Sammy. This is actually one of the tamer forums. I think sometimes we get tired of the “I am getting ready to turn 18 and always wanted a tattoo to show how I’ve survived Sooo much..” crap, and some of the other standard stupidity, but this is a good place to be for NOT getting kicked much.

replied to the topic Big mistake got a drunk tattoo need cover up ideas in the forum Design Requests - Find An Artist

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 13:59:09 +0000

Damn! Wish I had something more constructive, but I don’t. Recently I got real drunk, danced on a bar, broke my thumb and a rib and (allegedly) propositioned one of my daughter’s friends.

My thumb and rib healed; my daughter and friend realized I was very drunk.

I win.

So you honestly did not at any point during this solid black carving, sober…[Read more]

replied to the topic Spelling mistake - "Too blessed to stress" in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 02:09:38 +0000

OK. You want meaning? If you truly are “too blessed to stress”, then this shouldn’t bother you.

Other than that…good luck.

Post your other work.

replied to the topic Music Note Tattoo in the forum Inked Skin

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 02:14:12 +0000

It’s actually not a music note. It’s a G clef and (I think) an F clef.

replied to the topic How is this design for a tattoo? in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 17:44:00 +0000

It is very plain. But to add more detail (like adding something that looks like a REAL rollercoaster), would also require more size.

Where on your body are you thinking about?

If it’s what you want, find a decent artist and go for it.

replied to the topic Tattoo feels incomplete in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:26:23 +0000

Does anyone else find it ironic that after getting a tattoo that represents free-thinking, the OP cannot think of what to do next?

replied to the topic To Tip or Not to Tip.. in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 01:05:26 +0000

I always tip 20%…more for excellent work.

But I’m curious, if you read a lot of threads on here with contradictory information; why do you think starting a new thread will only give you the correct answer?

replied to the topic MY INK. Let me know what you think. in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:56:24 +0000

Does your Tasmanian Devil have gas or hemorrhoids?

replied to the topic 40 year old virgin! in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 03:02:13 +0000

At least you’re starting small and working your way up. 🙂

DAMN! How do you follow-up a Victor Portugal backpiece?

Well, I guess you still have your whole front.

That looks amazing.

The main with any moisturizing lotion is to get one that id fragrance free. (That’s what everyone has told me)…and it’s worked well.

Congratulations on an…[Read more]

replied to the topic The new guy in the forum Introduce Yourself

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 01:30:42 +0000

It’s about time!

Where you been for so long?

replied to the topic Your responsibility to your artist....... in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:02:33 +0000

All good info. It covers both the artist and the individual getting inked. And it is amazing how many would not think about it.

I actually have my own ritual that gets me ready for ink. Nothing crazy; it just has to do with being as clean and healthy as possible and feeling good for that day.

I generally tip at minimum 20% for each…[Read more]

replied to the topic Question ? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:44:07 +0000

Jesswilliams82;106634 wrote:
… I havent had a tattoo in 10 yrs but im not stupid

The person that did it is very new at tattooing he got the kit for xmas so i wasnt really sure if it was something i did or he did ?

Hi Jess,

First of all its not a very good idea to get a tattoo from a person that is new to tattooing just got a kit for…[Read more]

replied to the topic My first tattoo experience in the forum Inked Skin

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:02:34 +0000

Nice.

And the best thing to do is to wait for a while before jumping in. Odds are 2 things will happen:

1. You will never need to have yours lazered off
2. You will get more; with each one being better quality than your first.

The worst thing to do,and it happens all the time is to jump right in as soon as you are able (read 18) and you end up…[Read more]

replied to the topic My wife's 3rd tattoo in the forum Inked Skin

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:55:31 +0000

Wardy;105142 wrote:
Who gives a fuck what we look like when we are like 50/60/70..

Hey there, you young whipper snapper. I do. Well not so much the 50. I got that one in the bag, and still lookin and feelin ok.

I plan on looking better each year. So far its working.

A friend of mine says, “I plan on never dying. So far, so good.”

BTW -…[Read more]

replied to the topic Will my tattoo stretch? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:09:50 +0000

Don’t worry, it won’t stretch. Mo matter how much the rest of your body grows, your forearm with the tattoo will remain the same size. So don’t try to get big forearms, because the tattooed side will look odd in comparison to the big one.

And don’t worry about the weight thing either. Most people don’t get any fatter after they turn…[Read more]

replied to the topic wow ... in the forum Jokes and Humour

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:08:06 +0000

Wow!. Seriously, that boy is a freakin, spoiled ass little pussy. I am not a tattoo artist, but I can’t imagine letting anyone EVER talk to me like that. Sarcastic little smart-ass. And telling the artist he’s dirty.

I would have said get the f*ck out of here.

And it’s on his upper arm! Pretty sure that’s the least painful spot to get…[Read more]

replied to the topic A challenging cover up! in the forum Tattoo Removal Discussion

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:46:51 +0000

Seriously, what is it supposed to be? I think I see a table and flowers coming out of what is probably a vase, and a bottle of ketchup (jk, I assume it’s wine).

Was this done in a shop or someone’s house??

After looking again, please tell me it’s not a dinner tray, and that is supposed to be a hand at the bottom right of your picture.

replied to the topic Pics of my Swallows in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 20:14:51 +0000

You like them…that’s all that matters. Actually I think they look good.

replied to the topic Friends. Meet My New Tiki God in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 19:56:10 +0000

I think this is a better picture.

replied to the topic My scar tattoo... in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:14:36 +0000

I don’t think it bothered him. Anyone else that noticed would have said the same thing. I almost did.

But it gives me an idea. I’m gonna ask my wife to get some titties tattooed over her breasts…only bigger! 😉

replied to the topic Aloha From Hawaii!! in the forum Introduce Yourself

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:23:34 +0000

Tim Goodrich;103833 wrote:
Howzit?

My name is Tim Goodrich, I am a tattoo artist at Aloha Tattoo in Kailua, Hawaii. I have been tattooing and piercing for over sixteen years. I like what I have been reading, and the photos I’ve seen so far. I hope to make some new tattoo and piercing friends, and share knowledge and info with like minded…[Read more]

replied to the topic Copperplate Script Instuction in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:11:23 +0000

Sweet!

Hey, doc…show us your body ink.

replied to the topic First post first tattoo: Nautilus in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 15:03:26 +0000

Wardy;104120 wrote:
It’s also the best photo uploading site 🙂

Yeah. No spam there…and it’s a very nice tattoo.

Nothing wrong with using the same artist again if you like the work.

replied to the topic What do YOU do for a living???? in the forum General Discussion

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 15:38:06 +0000

I am an accountant at one of the largest, oldest consumer products companies in the world.

and I taste cat litter on the side…just as a hobby.

replied to the topic Help with two feet symmetrical tattoo. in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:29:21 +0000

Of course it is possible. I am not sure why this even a question. I am not a tattoo artist, but any competent artist can copy this (relatively simple) design, and put on your other foot.

In this case, the most important issue is placement.You will need to make sure they have placed it correctly prior to poking you with a needle.

replied to the topic Inked w/ Q. in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:23:44 +0000

alois71x;102147 wrote:
I did my damnedest not too move. it hurt like a bitch on my ribs…. but I thought I was pretty good…. there is alot of inherent movement because of breathing etc.
the guys at Smth Strett know what they are doing though.

Aha! There is your problem. I have learned to hold my breath for the several hours it takes to have…[Read more]

replied to the topic 10-mile run.... in the forum General Discussion

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 13:35:26 +0000

Congrats, MsMercury. I understand your alone time comment. I run as well. usually between 5-7 miles.

There is a Thanksgiving day 10k here that I have run in for the past 12 years. Unfortunately, I fell and broke a rib a week ago, so will not be able to run or workout at all for the next 6 weeks.

Congratulations again. And good luck on working up…[Read more]

replied to the topic The start of my full chest.... in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 14:04:37 +0000

It really does look nice. And I like the sort of asymmetrical angle, too. I would have added a little more detail to the wings, rather than solid, but it looks well done.

I look forward to seeing this one completed.

Nice work.

replied to the topic Never too old in the forum Introduce Yourself

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 23:45:53 +0000

Welcome.

You’re just a baby. I got my first at 49. now have 5 @ 52. If all works out I will have another in January from an excellent artist in Las Vegas.

replied to the topic Amy - Part II in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 18:27:25 +0000

Love the roses

replied to the topic Need help finishing my arm, dont know what to do?? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 14:48:03 +0000

betaclosed;98599 wrote:
Hello, I had done a tattoo representing my “Teenage Years“ of being a little delinquant. And as the months past by, I started to get real poor, and I even went to the streets for a night, trying to stay hot in a telephone booth, I realised alot of things, even met people that their lives were finished,so now I want to…[Read more]

replied to the topic koi, lotus, girl head in the forum Inked Skin

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 22:47:28 +0000

Sweet arm!

replied to the topic does your partner like your tattoo? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 13:26:37 +0000

My wife is not into tattoos at all, but she likes mine….so far… 🙂

replied to the topic Tattoo newbie in the forum Introduce Yourself

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 13:20:47 +0000

Post a picture of your tattoo.