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JENerationX;99169 wrote:
The problem with some portfolios is that some artists don’t feel the need to keep them up to date…. so in some cases you’re looking at older work. I checked portfolios for basic style and consistency, then called around, asked where I could see some recent work etc. Without seeing ANY of the artist’s work, hell no. That’s asking for trouble.

As far as proofs, do you mean sketches of the tattoo you’re looking to get?

Oh sorry, proofs = copies of previous work showing ones ability to tattoo.

DavidJednat;99207 wrote:
I would say that a fair estimate would be 1 in 5 people that come into our shop off the street don’t care to look at a portfolio. Most of them just want a tattoo now and cheap.

Exactly what I have been thinking, most people want to see previous work but there are the odd few, who are just tattoo hungry

Aahzz;99211 wrote:
Wow – I can’t imagine that! OK, I can imagin the “cheap” part :). But I won’t even go to a shop if I haven’t seen their website, and gotten an idea of the artists’ work in advance, and chosen a specific artist whose work I appreciate. I then find out everything I can about the artist online before calling or visiting the shop and seeing what kind of vibe I get from them. If I get a good vibe, I’ll book the appointment.

Case in point was my first tattoo. I’d picked the shop, but from online presence there were two artists there that I thought would do a great job, and I was having a hard time deciding. I called, and found they were both in on Sundays. I went in, figuring I’d choose whichever one greeted me – then it turned out I really instantly didn’t like him. He wasn’t willing to discuss the aspects I wanted, just wanted to book the appointment and send me on my way. The other artist was available for a walk-in, willing to discuss in depth what I wanted, told me to give her an hour to draw it up and come back. She did a great job, we had a good time chatting while she worked, and I remain thrilled with the tattoo.

So, my point is, for me even a portfolio isn’t quite enough. I don’t want to spend four hours with a talented asshole causing me pain eiither :).

Thats how you think most people would go about getting tattooed.

Thanks for all the replys, some real cool info.

#114510
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JENerationX;99169 wrote:
The problem with some portfolios is that some artists don’t feel the need to keep them up to date…. so in some cases you’re looking at older work. I checked portfolios for basic style and consistency, then called around, asked where I could see some recent work etc. Without seeing ANY of the artist’s work, hell no. That’s asking for trouble.

As far as proofs, do you mean sketches of the tattoo you’re looking to get?

Oh sorry, proofs = copies of previous work showing ones ability to tattoo.

DavidJednat;99207 wrote:
I would say that a fair estimate would be 1 in 5 people that come into our shop off the street don’t care to look at a portfolio. Most of them just want a tattoo now and cheap.

Exactly what I have been thinking, most people want to see previous work but there are the odd few, who are just tattoo hungry

Aahzz;99211 wrote:
Wow – I can’t imagine that! OK, I can imagin the “cheap” part :). But I won’t even go to a shop if I haven’t seen their website, and gotten an idea of the artists’ work in advance, and chosen a specific artist whose work I appreciate. I then find out everything I can about the artist online before calling or visiting the shop and seeing what kind of vibe I get from them. If I get a good vibe, I’ll book the appointment.

Case in point was my first tattoo. I’d picked the shop, but from online presence there were two artists there that I thought would do a great job, and I was having a hard time deciding. I called, and found they were both in on Sundays. I went in, figuring I’d choose whichever one greeted me – then it turned out I really instantly didn’t like him. He wasn’t willing to discuss the aspects I wanted, just wanted to book the appointment and send me on my way. The other artist was available for a walk-in, willing to discuss in depth what I wanted, told me to give her an hour to draw it up and come back. She did a great job, we had a good time chatting while she worked, and I remain thrilled with the tattoo.

So, my point is, for me even a portfolio isn’t quite enough. I don’t want to spend four hours with a talented asshole causing me pain eiither :).

Thats how you think most people would go about getting tattooed.

#105039
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ArniVidar;76733 wrote:
I guess that depends on your outlook on Life… seeing as you obviously don’t have one 😉

why does it seem so cold :confused:

#105037
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ByStarlight;88489 wrote:
Sorry to double post, but I just realised that you wouldnt be able to fit a good looking upward swimming Koi with the space you have in a half sleeve…you would have to make it 3/4. but IMO with the roots into waves idea….it would look sick as a 3/4 sleeve.

This is a pretty tight idea, go for a 3/4 sleeve it would give you more room to play with and wont look like its just been placed there to fill the space. Just would cost more $ for the bigger tat

#105034
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17 Hours sleep? seems excesive

#105032
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I think almost anyone will look at a tattoo if its visiable. Its eye attracting, and for that very reason people get tattoos. Alot of people get tattoos to make a statement and for it to seen by someone.

#105030
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Havnt seen it yet hope its good. Agree would be better without all the drama. Just want the tats.

#105029
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I love the one above, wow. neva thougt of two words making another different word like that one.

#105028
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i like the barcode but not the second tat.

#105027
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my japanese inspired sleeve…………are you part japanese? lol

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