i am being serious on this one…… that is not a home scratcher that did that first tattoo, it was done by Chris Crinkle of Big Dogz Ink “”tattoo shop””
there was a petition with thousands of signatures on it to get him closed down…. it never happened!!

check out his gallery…

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i have had a look at his work and can safely say your in good hands 😉

im sure that if it wouldnt look right then he would tell you so, it might be your choicebut its his reputation…

as for the semiconductors, i have quite a varied cv, and on the list of certificates is a city&guilds certificate in electronic service…

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@Outlaw: Actually, it only faded a little. The artist warned me about that as well, but I think he’ll be pleasantly surprised too when I’m going for my check-up. In my opinion, it looks really nice and natural now……[Read more]

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i would just like to start with a big welcome to the forum, there are some fab people on here.

that is a big piece for your first and yes your choice of placement is an uncomfortable place to have done, but no pain no gain :p
it is going to be an awsome piece, but when you said less…

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looks like its my turn again lol..:p

how about a koi dragon. ?
The koi dragon in Japanese folklore represents the overcoming of obstacles.. it starts life as a koi fish (symbolising strength) and swims up the yellow river, and when it comes to the end of the river it transforms into the koi dragon; thus overcoming the…

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im not sure what response you were expecting ??

take it to the artist of your choice, he will look at it and say what it needs to make it work on you, if it needs any tweeking then he will do it for you. I dont think the hat looks quite right IMO

design wise it looks pretty cool, and as for length of time to do… all artists…

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looks like its my turn again lol..:p

how about a koi dragon. ?
The koi dragon in Japanese folklore represents the overcoming of obstacles.. it starts life as a koi fish (symbolising strength) and swims up the yellow river, and when it comes to the end of the river it transforms into the koi dragon; thus overcoming the…

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i dont want to sound like a complete twat here, but did i read that correctly…. you have only been together for 7 months and your married to him allready ??????

i could suggest leave it as it is for now, then when you both start to throw tantrums like we all do (part of married life), then you can explain to your hubby that…

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nice idea of them flowers but that would not cover the original black. as stated you could possibly hide it with a butterly. but i think it would take something stronger such as an school style rose.

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i have never heard of it meaning it will cause the death of one of you, but we always say to people dont tattoo your partners name as it is an omen, most coverups we get asked to do are to hide the name of a previous partner as the relationship has ended, if you are very young ie… 19 yrs old and been with your partner for say…

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there are a few wobbly lines but nothing that cant be touched up, i dont think the swords at the bottom are doing his work any justice, and dont think the swords blades will withstand the challenge of time,.. im probably being premature and he may have just put quick scratch outlined to save having to re-stencil it, then sculpt…

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nice post, great to see photo’s of a piece as it progresses, i like the dragon, they look great in blue… nice choice :thumbs up: whos your artist ?

Great guy by the name of Steve (Doc) Martin of Hemswell Body Studio Hemswell Cliff Lincolnshire. He has a passion for his work that hasnt weakend even after 25 years in the…[Read more]

there is no way i would have a piece done by him, i dont like his holier than though attitude, yes he is good but he aint the only artist that can do work like that, and how he can sit there and not speak to the client is unbelievable… the banter is part of the experience… i would jump at the chance of a piece by dan gold…

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and when it does start itching, slap it….. seriously, not so hard that it makes you cry… but just hard enough to make it tingle and the itching will stop

Thats probably the worst part of the tattoo… when it itches… i’d slap my neck and it would help but the damn itch would keep coming back.. sooo happy thats over with.…[Read more]

cheers for the get well wishes, and unfortunately yes i have the severe pain version..
not to worry, it gives me chance to stay on here longer lol..:p

fo sho buddy!! lol well glad your relaxing and layin back.

i wish i was at work, im off with a prolapsed spine for past 3 weeks………. 🙁

oh god damn man!! are you in severe pain? some ppl who have that dont have too much pain but some have horrid pain from it.

😀 i dont know what ya mean 😀

LOL i know it all depends on where ya get the tatt but dont scare the poor kid!! Most places dont hurt!! Sometimes it feels reeeeaaaallll gooooood 😀

welcome to the forum buddy, post some pics up and show us your stuff, i cant be sure from the intro if your and artist or collector….. i was thinking the latter.
its a friendly place so im sure you’ll enjoy it here

Thanks for the welcome Outlaw,I would say Im a collector and Im looking forward to showing my pride and joy…[Read more]

i can personally say that i dont actually like to see tattoos on girls boobs…… but i dont mind doing them 😀

LOL :p thats even better

i always use the same place for inspirtions, and there are endless sheets of flash uploaded daily, plus normal artwork as well, here is where i use

http://deviantart.com

thats always a fun site to go to and look around.

unfortunately that is a big bold piece to try and cover, if you went tribal it would be hurendously big…. i would suggest a couple of hits with lazer to lighten it down, that way you would have a better choice on what to go with.

just my 2 pennies worth

DAMN DUDE!! Shame ya had to tattoo her name on ya and even bigger…[Read more]

welcome to the forum…….

(its not your first forum your a member of now is it ….. i first seen that backpiece on another forum where you use the same member name as well…)

it turned out great though, much better and i see you have had lots more work done in the last year, it certainly has turned out a nice piece.. and…

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welcome to the forum…….

(its not your first forum your a member of now is it ….. i first seen that backpiece on another forum where you use the same member name as well…)

it turned out great though, much better and i see you have had lots more work done in the last year, it certainly has turned out a nice piece.. and…

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