Design looks nice my only concern is that you get the numbers and letters done quite large to avoid blurring in future years.

Try and go fairly large with it and will work well.

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Matthew

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It is looking like a solid piece but hard to see details because of shine in first and darkness in the second pic.

Any chance of more pics?

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Matthew

I was looking into it and as far as I can tell it can also be done through spray-paint but many artists engrave the nail with the image which should only be done by a pro because go too deep you are going to have a client (or yourself) screaming in agony as the whole nail fills with blood. 😮

It is possible to tattoo below the nail but this…[Read more]

It would take around 3-4 hours so (at that size may vary it is all guestimate) average prices are between £65-£75 per hour.

You would see change out of £400.

Personally I always go for the high end of an estimate with people so that you are not tempted to compromise on your design – it may cost £280-£350 or so.

However if you have £400 in yo…[Read more]

Just wanted to say that is an awesome piece and kudos to you and the artist.

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Matthew

Evil from the needle in camden do a variety of great work incl portraits.

Sacred Art in Stoke also do some very nice pieces.

Diamond Jacks in Soho is another great studio but damn are they always busy.

Hope that helps.

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Matthew

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First of all stop worrying. The tattoo is healing ok and the scar tissue below is going to be just fine but it will take around 8 weeks to settle.

The main thing is do not pick, pat, play or mess about the area of skin – you will start to form a silky/silvery layer before long and the urge to pull it off is huge.

Just make sure it has plenty…[Read more]

Sadly it is a common theme.

I have been given a verbal warning for my tattoos showing through a white shirt (not even on display). I still wear a white shirt :p

But yes many places I have applied state no visible tattoos due to ‘customer service standards’. This is why I have never gone for forearm sleeves.

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Matthew

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Why not get a few examples of the gypsy rose or similar posed women and then ask the artist to peel off the full or half face and replace with sugar skull markings it would work very…[Read more]

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Here is a link for the Russian Navy Flags and emblems that were often popular in post 1970’s.

Prior to that it was a mixture of religious and political icons with anchors, flags, and cannons and such.

http://tmg110.tripod.com/soviet1.htm

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Matthew

Hi Tashface

Inkart hit it on the head the wing proportion and tail detail were slightly off but much better alignment with the change.

My only other suggestion is take a look at the head position and curve the skull a little more.

The tattoo artist will be able to use those sketches no sweat but you certainly have talent and keep at it.

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I have to say that the heart balloon and girl makes an awesome tattoo piece. I considered getting it myself – I really do not care if others have it.

I have been a Banksy fan for years and it is a sign of great art if you want a replica of it on yourself.

Personally i would avoid the Blur one if you are not a fan as many ppl may see it as a…[Read more]

Why not go for both?

You can have the rib piece done as a stand alone or as a link to a sleeve of a fairy tale theme.

Either would work nicely. Do you have any sketches of inspiration for the piece?

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Matthew

Lol

I feel a mixture of shame for asking my wife the same question, awe at the lengths you have to goto, and hilarity (sorry but it is funny) at what is actually involved.

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Matthew

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Well as with all art being personal – I disagree and absolutely love it.
It is great to see such an original piece being done and once the shade and colour goes in it will look awesome.

Keep us posted on the progress.

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Matthew

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The 3 dot triangle has a variety of meaning from different cultures.

Many Hispanic gangs use it as a symbol of affinity for their gang members – they are equal in the family even if not treated equally in outside life.

A lot of American merchant sailors would get a 3 dot triangle as a memory of their first voyage.

The French use it as a…[Read more]

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From researching the issue the creams you are talking about are weak local anesthetics which are allowed on the market due to low strength.

The true topical anesthetics (cream or injected into skin) for serious surgery would need a professionally qualified anaesthetist to administer.

It will take you upto 2 hours wait for the cream to work…[Read more]

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It depends what era you look at for the meaning and which country.

Upto the 1960’s (from starting around the 1900 point) European and American (merchant) sailors would get the swallows done on their hands to represent they have clocked up several thousand miles as the swallow does when it migrates. From the 1960’s onwards the practice did…[Read more]

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I have to say that from personal taste the flowers you had were very nice to begin with. The adding to the tattoo is going to make a nice tattoo into an awesome piece.

I really love the extra design work.

Colours – I would go for something light greens, pinks, blues would all work really well.

The other thing with ink is (especially…[Read more]

It is like marmite – love it or hate it 😀

Matthew