Damn I got some ink envy going on here.

I just told my wife we are heading back to LA for a holiday – I really love that work.

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Sorry but discussion of inks and ink types (as opposed to colours) can lead to somebody being tempted to do it for themselves. (So closing the thread).

My advice is speak with a reputable artist who will know the effect you want.

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You could always get it on your collarbones or as an upper arm piece.
Very true statement though.

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Just as a side issue I have seen many Russian prison tattoos that are fantastic in detail based on the fact they often applied with the crudest of tools.

This is not a bad blog for a few examples all of these have been documented in archives (I have the books they were taken from) and I think the only ones that are not usually done in prison…[Read more]

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To be honest you are best just living with the tattoo because if you pick the scab it will leave a scar outline.
If you abraid it off with sandpaper, wire wool, grater it will leave a very nasty scar.
If have it surgically removed by a scalpel it will scar as will acid removal.

Laser is possible but you may have to hit the lines again as it…[Read more]

I am sure it is going to look very sweet!
Looking forward to seeing it.

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I actually quite like the concept as many truths are damn well questionable 😀

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It is possible to replace the animal in a Japanese style but if it is very traditional it will have an almost cartoon look (big eyes long limbs etc).

More contemporary Japanese pieces are less cartoon like but both contain some of the 4 elements (earth air, fire or water) as a backdrop.

Floral (blossoms, lillies, etc) do tend to be…[Read more]

It can be done as the ink is quite faded but the wing/body area is going to have to be quite dark to cover the outline.

I would also suggest an artist who can really do animal portraits so you do not end up with a cartoon type tat (unless you are into them).

Are you having some leaves and branches added for a bit of colour?

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That is some nice ink.
It must have smarted on the rib area.

Really looking forward to seeing the finished product.

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That is very nice tattoo – he has filled it in really well.

Gratz on getting it.

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Hi and welcome

Looking forward to seeing your work.

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Ontwo do you mean something along the lines of this? 🙂

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I do keep in contact with a few on msn which works for me.

If you have contacts you want to keep up with maybe PM them your preferred comms contact?

I suggest it because I know T (owner) is really busy.

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It is – Callie is a love glove brand that was mentioned in the other thread.

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Hi Callie

First of all why get upset over a brand name? Who cares what they use a name for – it does not reflect on your husband in any way.

They prob chose it because it is either a family name that founded the business or because it sounds nice as a name.

Besides condoms save lives!

As for your tattoo it is def going to be a min of 2 hrs…[Read more]

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I followed the thread with interest. To be honest your decision is sensible one in regards that with every action is a consequence.

For myself many of my family members and former ‘friends’ within the Jewish community have ceased to associate with me because of my tattoos.

The subject is simply too taboo for them to get their head around and…[Read more]

Hi and welcome to the forum.

As English is the second language to many of the people who use our forums please try and avoid excessive l££7 or text speak.

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Matthew

KnightHawk;60998 wrote:

I’m a cancer, I love long walks on the beach, kissing in the rain, and snuggling on a bearskin rug in front of a roaring fire.

Love. Peace. Metallica.

That disturbed me on so many levels KH..

😀

Matt

It is an interesting idea but would have to work out the rules of entry.

As well as whether it is category driven etc and who would judge would it be by vote or a panel etc?

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