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replied to the topic Vancouver (Canada) tribute - ideas needed in the forum Design Requests - Find An Artist

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 04:22:37 +0000

buttwheat;91494 wrote:
When I think of Vancouver BC I think of a bum taking a shit in a park. Thats because that is what I saw when I was there.

That’s it? You didn’t see anything else while you were there? :confused:

replied to the topic Chest piece! in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:41:40 +0000

Looking good pal! Nice start. Will be great with more detail. I think this would be a good sketch to give to an artist and then let him/her work up a really SICK design from there.

replied to the topic Hello from vietnam in the forum Introduce Yourself

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 21:02:12 +0000

Its possible that some Hawaiian or Maori inspired designs could work with the ink you already have there. It would mostly like mean going fairly big, at least half sleeve and shoulder/chest. Check out the tribal tattoo forum, you might get some ideas from there.

Another idea might be a biomech style…

replied to the topic My first tattoo - full sleeve in the forum Inked Skin

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 20:53:03 +0000

starmen;91411 wrote:
If text will be in czech, it will has more meanings than one like in english.

Well, in fact, it can have more than one meaning in English as well.

replied to the topic Been 10 years since my last tattoo, so why not do my whole back in the forum Inked Skin

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 20:22:15 +0000

This piece would probably look way better with colour, as long as the artist who did the colour was skilled and experienced.

replied to the topic Opinions of this tattoo idea in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 20:20:57 +0000

I’d say think about it a bit more. That’s good tattoo real estate there and you could do so much more with your idea if you went for a design that embodied the concept rather than just a word, or, alternately, as was already suggested, go small and discrete somewhere else on your body.

replied to the topic Vancouver (Canada) tribute - ideas needed in the forum Design Requests - Find An Artist

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 19:40:02 +0000

So when you think back to the time when you lived in Vancouver what aspects of the city stand out for you?

replied to the topic start of right arm sleeve! in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 05:10:53 +0000

If your long term goal is get a full sleeve then it would be wonderful if you could plan the whole piece at once and then if you could only afford to do a little at a time maybe consult with the artist as to how best to go about that.

I did one half sleeve, starting with a band and adding on as I wanted more but it was tough to make anything work…[Read more]

replied to the topic My first tattoo - full sleeve in the forum Inked Skin

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 05:00:31 +0000

Why did you write the text in English if you are Czech?:confused:

replied to the topic Got sleeve 'n a half - add wrist? in the forum Tattoo Ideas

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:39:46 +0000

ArniVidar;91309 wrote:
Just click the appropriate number (1-10) below the picture, to vote.

I would wait a bit with the wrist piece, until you’ve figured out whether or not you want to fix/cover/update your right sleeve. Perhaps if you took your sleeve to someone like Tim Pangburn, he might enjoy covering it up with a similar (but better)…[Read more]

replied to the topic Got sleeve 'n a half - add wrist? in the forum Tattoo Ideas

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:39:46 +0000

ArniVidar;91309 wrote:
Just click the appropriate number (1-10) below the picture, to vote.

replied to the topic Got sleeve 'n a half - add wrist? in the forum Tattoo Ideas

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 22:39:17 +0000

Thanks for your comments guys.:)

Albert I really like your sleeve. It is neat to see the photos showing how it developed. The design looks original and creative.

BTW, I was going to place some votes on your photos but still am not sure how that’s done. 😮

replied to the topic I'm back in the forum Introduce Yourself

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 02:55:12 +0000

Take care of yourself, it takes a long time to get over a loss like this. But what a wonderful way to remember your grandmother with a fine sleeve like yours.

replied to the topic I'm back in the forum Introduce Yourself

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 02:02:19 +0000

So meaningful…I love your choice of symbols…

and the 2, 14 … the date of her passing?

replied to the topic I'm back in the forum Introduce Yourself

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:51:38 +0000

Would you mind sharing what some of the elements in the sleeve symbolize in relation to your grandma?

I decided on a sleeve as a tribute to my Mom and all the main aspects relate directly to her.

replied to the topic Thoughts on a Half Sleeve... in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:46:25 +0000

Sweet!!!:)

replied to the topic Declaration to sign before doing a tattoo in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 15:48:00 +0000

Yes, I know what you mean. Here in Vancouver some studios have the client sign a waiver to indicate they understand the risks and have had a consultation and info sesh from the artist prior to the work commencing. I signed a waiver for my latest piece and felt fine about the paperwork.

replied to the topic Reviving the ol'half sleeve - can it be done? in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 21:24:45 +0000

whatever12;91105 wrote:
I’m interested in removing my tattoo. Anyone know if the laser works?
Does anyone know the risks? How much? Thank answer!

You may want to post your questions about tattoo removal along with some photos of the ink you are unhappy about in the section entitled ‘Tattoo Removal Discussion’.’

replied to the topic Reviving the ol'half sleeve - can it be done? in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:59:48 +0000

NickPrender;91103 wrote:
Id do it but expect full shop pricing

Good to know, thanks.

replied to the topic Reviving the ol'half sleeve - can it be done? in the forum Inked Skin

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 05:15:10 +0000

buttwheat;91070 wrote:
I think just getting it reworked to brighten up some of that tired ink would be great.

So how do artists generally feel about requests to brighten up a piece if they weren’t the ones who did the work originally?

replied to the topic Reviving the ol'half sleeve - can it be done? in the forum Inked Skin

Sat, 09 Jul 2011 23:02:24 +0000

WardyInk;90989 wrote:
if im 100% honest that can be saved and i actually really like it, if u just sharpen up some lines and a little touch up on color it could be cool.

Wardy, can you be a bit more specific? Which lines could be sharpened up…all of them to give it a cleaner look? Same with the colour…?

replied to the topic Protecting Tattoo.... in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 16:12:52 +0000

Interesting discussion here.

I have two tattoos that are about 15 years old and due to being a cycling fanatic and not always that diligent with sunblock the ink has seen a lot of rays. But, maybe I’m just lucky or maybe ’cause they were done deep there’s been very little fading.

The new sleeve that was just completed, especially the forearm…[Read more]

replied to the topic Full Sleeve in the forum Inked Skin

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 15:50:33 +0000

I appreciate your comments. Thank you.

replied to the topic Full Sleeve in the forum Inked Skin

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:13:18 +0000

DOJAGUY;90682 wrote:
WHATS THE TRIBUTE TO?

and why? are you a mean person??

It’s a tribute to my Mom.

And, yes, sometimes I get grumpy and lose sight of the many ‘kindnesses’ I’ve recieved from others.

replied to the topic Full Sleeve in the forum Inked Skin

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 19:50:21 +0000

DOJAGUY;90680 wrote:
whats it mean? or you like everyone else and got it “cuz it looks pretty” haha

…the entire tattoo….or the script?:confused:

The sleeve is a tribute piece.

The script is a phrase a Japanese friend wrote for me. It can be interpreted a few different ways depending on the context but for me it is a reminder to be kind to others.

replied to the topic Vancouver Ink in the forum Introduce Yourself

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:31:27 +0000

Amok;90627 wrote:
I do, but they’re not finished yet. Don’t want to put unfinished work into an album. In a few weeks my first tattoo will be done and then I will upload it 🙂

Sounds good, Amok, I look forward to seeing you first tattoo!

replied to the topic kanji phrase - too vague in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:44:48 +0000

ArniVidar;90633 wrote:
Sorry, yes, the banner. I thought it looked like a wooden platter or something.

And don’t tear yourself up over the puzzle bit. If you spend the rest of your life critqueing your piece you’ll go bonkers 🙂

Dang, I knew I should’ve just bought one of those long sleeved tattoo shirts and saved myself a lot of time and…[Read more]

replied to the topic Older Tattoo Enthusiasts in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 06:23:25 +0000

Amok;90618 wrote:
First tattoo at 31 (I’m still 31 though). Will have 2 large tattoos finished this year, after that I’ll probably stop for a while.

My parent’s don’t even know about my tattoos and I don’t plan on telling them (they’ve both got serious heart conditions and I’m worried that I will kill them). They’re pretty traditional.

Ah…[Read more]

replied to the topic Vancouver Ink in the forum Introduce Yourself

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 06:19:20 +0000

Amok;90619 wrote:
Welcome to the forum!

I like your sleeves, nice traditional japanese work. There’s a few folk on this forum who don’t like japanese ink, I guess because its so common, but to me its one of the most beautiful styles.

Thanks Amok.

Do you have any tattoos, if so, would you consider adding a few to an album here on the forum?

replied to the topic Older Tattoo Enthusiasts in the forum Tattoo Questions and Experiences

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 05:56:04 +0000

An interesting thread!

Never think too much about age when I get on a forum with others who share a common interest.

But now that you bring it up…;)

I’m 55 and got my sleeve, my third and biggest tattoo, this year. At this point in my life I just feel like cuttng loose and doing what I want. I’m retired now so no worries about an employer…[Read more]

replied to the topic kanji phrase - too vague in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 03:29:53 +0000

Dave Van;90593 wrote:
The problem is, the puzzle is completely fixed with a few pieces floating nearby. It doesn’t appear to “begin to break up”. This displays a poor sense of style on both your part and that of your artist. Doesn’t convey the concept well at all, I’m afraid.

Yes, I see what you mean… would’ve been better if the banner…[Read more]

replied to the topic kanji phrase - too vague in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 03:25:56 +0000

Dave Van;90596 wrote:
Oh, and welcome, and thanks for posting pics! We’re a pretty critical bunch here, but it doesn’t really mean your ink is bad, just us giving opinions!

Thanks, I appreciate knowing what you think.

replied to the topic Vancouver Ink in the forum Introduce Yourself

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 01:21:31 +0000

Thanks for the welcomes! 🙂

I’m really enjoying looking through the various photos folks here have up in their albums.

I’ve added a few photos of my sleeve and half sleeve to my own album now too…have a look, it’d be great to get some feedback (of course, don’t we all want to know what others, esp inked peeps, think of our tattoos?!:o).

replied to the topic kanji phrase - too vague in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 01:08:40 +0000

…and maybe a detail shot will be useful too….;)

replied to the topic kanji phrase - too vague in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 01:03:10 +0000

Maybe seeing an overview of the sleeve will help.

There are puzzle pieces, three of them, floating from the forearm, and around the wrist from or to the banner. The banner is ‘complete’ near the top and then starts to break away into pieces of a puzzle near the bottom and then then the free floating puzzle pieces appear…. Does that help…[Read more]

replied to the topic kanji phrase - too vague in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:50:45 +0000

ArniVidar;90582 wrote:
Much easier 🙂

Why did you decide to make the platter half out of puzzle pieces?

AriVidar, I don’t understand your question.

What do you mean by ‘the platter’?

replied to the topic kanji phrase - too vague in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:31:51 +0000

Maybe this photo will make it easier to read….

replied to the topic kanji phrase - too vague in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:26:57 +0000

ArniVidar;90565 wrote:
Not that I can read Kanji at all, but there’s no way to read that from that picture.

Sorry…:(

I’m new to the forum…looks like I messed up here…is the photo too small, too dark….does it not appear at all in the post above….:confused:

Lemme know and I’ll see if I can fix things up.;)

replied to the topic tattoo collage photo - how? in the forum General Tattoo Discussion

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:23:55 +0000

ArniVidar, thanks for discussing why you don’t actually like those fitted together pix. I thought they were kind of the norm so its helpful to read your point of view explaining why you don’t like them.

I didn’t know about Paint.net – thanks for the link.