Hi Dylan

First of all you have talent and I think given the right practice and determination you can make it.

That said you are entering into one of the toughest jobs in the world so it may not happen overnight and most apprenticeships can last a good 5 years.

If you are willing to put in the daily practice I am sure you would make it – if not…[Read more]

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If you want some tank treads you are talking between a 3-6 hrs session at least and call it a 1/4 to 1/2 sleeve.
This will prob set you back a min of $300 to $400 (or more).

I would seriously reconsider the tattoo however as it is on for life and well tank tracks are a bit basic when there are so many better ways to express yourself.

It is…[Read more]

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First off some great ink.

I would possibly have the succubus rising out of a demonic looking lilly wreathed in smoke and flames (or even etched with teeth) – if you wanted to complete the bottom of the first tattoo.

If you wanted to add to the bird and sun I would recommend clouds and or a night sky as you suggested.

Just kicking some ideas…[Read more]

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First off it is a very nice tattoo and I think it is very unique.

I cannot see anything wrong with it (as in a bad tattoo sense) if I was to tinker with it – which I did my own I would do the following;

Bolden the outline just a little bit to add a greater thickness. There is just the faintest of wobbles in the line but nothing major.

Add…[Read more]

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You could try a trace of the orig picture and see how it comes out.

Alternatively there are thousands of tribal designs that can be seen on flash sheets or as tattoos on the internet and if you have a decent artist they should have no problem putting together a tattoo based off the picture you have seen.

Since it is your first tattoo I will…[Read more]

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Here is an inspirational artist drawing called Forgiven

http://www.artworkbyjim.com/forgiven2.htm

Alternatively here is a link for a site dedicated to religious tattoos that I find quite useful.

http://www.religioustattoos.net/Other_Tattoos/index.php

Take Care
Matthew

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I think it is a great use of bold colouring and it is very unique.

I love it.

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Matthew

Reaper

I am getting some serious ink envy here.
That is turning into one sweet sleeve.

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Matthew

Hi and welcome
Looking forward to seeing your ink.

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Matthew

Hi

The main thing is that art is subjective so you are the one to judge what you like or dislike, and if you are paying money for a service then you are entitled to a decent service.

If that means you want it drawing on paper and amendments making then so be it.

There is only a couple of artists I would let free hand on me and the one of my…[Read more]

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I am sure it contains petroleum which should be avoided until fully healed.
If you do use it – do so sparingly.

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Matthew

Hi

For something that size you are looking at roughly $800.
Choose a pro artist and it is always worth the money.

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Matthew

That is some sweet looking ink.
Where did you get it done?

Matthew

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Chinese Dragons have 4 claws but the Imperial Chinese Dragon has 5 claws (these are much bigger and very trad style).

Japanese Dragons have 3 claws

So that one if I counted right is based off the Chinese Dragon.

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Matthew

Hi Ben

You want my advice first of all you report that place to environmental health and get it proper checked out.
It sounds like they are not fit to be tattooing.

Did they break open the sterile equipment in front of you and were they wearing gloves?
If not you seriously nee to consider a blood test to be on the safe side.

I would suggest…[Read more]

Outlaw is right on it.

The hands shed skin faster than most areas because of the rough contact they have and the amount of scrubbing and washing they receive. Also contact with sunlight.

Your finger tattoo could last anywhere between 2-7 years but usually hand tattoos need a touch up at around the 3-5 year mark whereas most other tattoos is…[Read more]

Hi Toph

Why not take the piece to the orig artist and explain you want it extending in a similar style.

It is a very unusual piece and actually I find it difficult to suggest something that would fit exactly because it is so abstract. I like it but as it is a very different style if you just added something more mainstream you would take away…[Read more]

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A picture would really help as it depends on size and placement and room to bolden the tattoo lines.

In theory it should be possible but would mean adding to the bottom part of the x and lengthening the top to make a V.

If you add some extra trellis or scroll work to the letters it will be less noticiable.

You really need a pro but also you…[Read more]

Hi and welcome to the forum

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Matthew

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Personally I wouldn’t go for brand name alone as many big brands are crap.

You need to be checking the following;

Is it protective against UVA and UBA rays (both knacker ink up)
Is it a min of factor 45?
How much alcohol/perfume does it contain (the less the better for new ink)
Is it water resistant – sweat wears away the cream in no…[Read more]