The tattoo shows have changed the tattoo “community”. On the good side, tattoos are more socially acceptable now. On the bad side, there are many people doing tattoos without proper training, and really doing shit work. The most annoying thing is that people now want their tattoos to have stories and special meanings.

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I got a tattoo on my left side lower leg at the tattoo convention in Baltimore in April. I was laying on a table with little padding and my right hip hurt worse than getting the tattoo.
That is the only experience I’ve had even close to what you’re referring to.

@richierich 140711 wrote:

When in the sun, sun block is automatic

I wish I had automatic sun block!

You need to read the thread: “So you want to be a tattoo artist”.
It’s in the general tattoo discussion forum.

Good luck, keep us posted.

I don’t recommend them. I had an allergic reaction to one that led to severe swelling and I was nearly hospitalized because of it.

@Mistress_Of_Pain 140679 wrote:

Aw thanks guys, I appreciate the birthday wishes!

Here’s one more Happy Birthday!

@Amok 140671 wrote:

Neither after a few beers.

With enough beer I end up not wearing anything.

I think it’s stupid since you asked.

A picture is worth a thousand words.

It’s a nice start.
What are you getting next? A full back piece would be nice.

Keep us posted.

Welcome to the forum!

I really like colorful tattoos too.

Birds travel, carpenter bees are solitary thus signify independence, and marijuana is a possible cure for cancer.

Work these items into a design, or just get a real nice tattoo without any significance other than it’s a great piece of art. (tattoos don’t have to have a story)

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Some of those are pretty nice. All of them are well preserved.

I want my son to turn my right leg into a lamp when I croak.

@nwills 140635 wrote:

So many options/opinions when it comes to aftercare! It can be overwhelming!

Welcome to the forum!

Different options work for different people.

Keep us posted.

@ponyboytattoos 140587 wrote:

“you guys do tats?

I don’t care to be referred to as “tatted up”. Fortunately it very rarely happens. (To date, nobody has done it twice)

A foot long wiener?

Run like hell!

@ponyboytattoos 140616 wrote:

That’s a cool start I like it a lot. I hate taking pics of tattoos lol always get that flash glare on camera phones

Yes, I know what you mean.
Thanks for the compliment.

My wife claims she likes my tattoos. What better gift to give her than more of something she likes!

Here’s the start of my bee.

Sorry dude.

That will take more than some touch ups.

Welcome!

I’m glad you stopped in here. While I wouldn’t personally get black and gray, it does look good on many people.

Check out the “gallery” here as well as member peterpoos’ tattoos and his “brag Art List”. Keep us posted.