I really like the shading on the second design.
You know Outlaw I think I am going to have to get myself down south for some work!

Take Care

Matthew

Hi Lyndsey

Well they are correct stars cannot be seen at same time as a rainbow as it is water and light refraction – but that brings me onto my suggestion.

Why not have a bit of water scene with the rainbow such as a waterfall and clouds.

The stars could be done as droplets of water glimmering in some clouds as the water splashes upwards in a…[Read more]

*Grabs his fork*

Stop hogging the plate KH.

Matthew

Hi Azure

First of missed you on the forum.

I love the tattoos – I am mad on ancient history myself.
The note well that is actually one of the best tattoos I have seen.

My reason is that you have managed to duplicate something that is intensely special to you – and have captured that moment forever.

When I look back at all the notes and letters…[Read more]

Hi Dirtbike

If you want your name just don’t get it across your forehead 😉

As for making it better the font style is fine. What you have to consider is the shading and outline.
Where it is white do you just want skin showing? This could make it look unfinished.

I would suggest a bold outline to really make it stand out but have gradients of…[Read more]

Hi Rob

You can use photobucket or image shack to do direct to the post (there is something in the FAQ’s on how to do it).

Alternatively you can place in your album for viewing. I have also PM’d you my personal email if you want to send me the pic by email.

As Peachie has stated there are always options so do not be embarrassed or worried in my…[Read more]

Hi

I fully understand I come from a Jewish (laid back) family and my wife is from israel and her family are really orthodox.

They hate tattoos I mean to the point where I was walking through a neighbourhood in Tel Aviv and some of the bastards starting slinging rocks at me. Needless to say I scored one back and ended up in the cells. 😀

The way…[Read more]

I am not pissed off as you are fully entitled to your opinion.

As it happens when I was getting changed at the gym a guy marched over with the same argument as I have a hebrew tattoo on my upper leg.
He was stating why the hell would I want a foreign language I cannot read. I told him I am jewish and yes I can read it thanks! 🙂

His next…[Read more]

Hi

It may vary from country to country but you cannot donate blood, plasma, or marrow for a year after each tattoo. (I rang our blood donation team in the UK they confirmed 12 mths for both but stated on marrow that you have to be 18-40 and in good health. They also state sample screening would be taken anyway as standard).

This is because it…[Read more]

Hi Melissa

Welcome to the forum.
Would be great to see your drawings and/or ink.

Take Care

Matthew

Hi Jxsykes

That certainly is a unique wrist tat. What made you decide on that – it has some powerful wording there.

As a small constructive criticism – I would maybe just touch up the wings a little more on the outline near the skull. Also maybe a little more shading to bring out the best it can be.

(Unless you are totally happy with it and I…[Read more]

Hi Antmeister

With regards to the pain – if I can sit through 3 anybody can sit through a tattoo. I am hoping to start my backpiece in just under 2 weeks so getting hyped about it.

The only tattoo ever 🙂 – I hear so many ppl say that but it usually ends in ink addiction.

Can’t wait for you to post up the results.

Matthew

I am varied it ranges from Bob Dylan, The Eagles to White Zombie, Pantera etc.
Gotta say I am a mad fan of Alabama 3 (in USA known as A3 – not Alabama band 🙂 ).

Take Care

Matthew

Hi Ben

Welcome to the forum.
From the Leeds area myself but popped down to where you are a few times – nice enough place.
What sort of tattoo do you ahe in mind?

Matthew

Hi

Love that ink – that is something to be proud of.

Matthew

Hi thenephilm

I live in England and am a professional fraud investigator for local government. Yes we have a zero ink policy in place and I have to keep my covered at all times.

I can send you pictures of them if you want – but wasn’t sure if you just wanted say USA responses.

Take Care

Matthew

Hi Rob

First of all welcome to the forum.

This is a great place to get design ideas and suggestions and there are some very experienced artists who I am sure will help out.

Just need a few things

A picture of the tattoo.
What your tastes are in style – black/shade, colour, fantasy, serious etc.
What you dislike.

Also do not dive into a…[Read more]

Hi

I have to say I love the ‘lonely bones’ – that is a real unique drawing there.
The bird is also reminiscient of the old school style flash.

I did notice that you seem to be a very ‘light touch’ artist from your doodles, don’t be shy of getting in there and using thicker outline and shade on your drawings to flesh them out.

The cheekbones…[Read more]

The wings look nice.

You realise that you are heading for a life long addiction 🙂
It never stays at just one – looking forward to you posting it up.

Take Care

Matthew

Hi

Here are a few quotes that may help inspire;

They that sow in tears shall reap joy. (Psalms 126:5). (Keeping strength in the promise of G-d to retrun to Zion)

Strength without judgment falls by its own weight. (Proverb)

No strength within, no respect without. (Kashmiri Proverb)

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.…[Read more]