Hi Biker

Yes it is possible to use cremation ashes as part of the tattoo. I am not able to go into the detail of how to best achieve this (unlicensed tattooing etc) but you will have to find an artist willing to do it.

There is an increase in infection/rejection of the tattoo so make sure that the ashes are hermetically sealed.

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Matthew

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So you don’t have rings already pierced to attach the hooks onto they just put it through the flesh?
How do you stop tears or is it something they use a lot of hooks when suspending?

Just wondering as I am always interested in body mods but more interested in why we do what we do.

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Matthew

That is some great portrait ink you have had done.

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Hi Doti

Well looking at the backpiece you have 3 options

1. A full cover up which would require something big I would lean towards floral and japanese myself or you could go for the fantasy style or mythical animal all of which would work.

2. A partial cover up of the snake part at the bottom – which to be honest is a let down in comparison to…[Read more]

Hi I am a big fan of the Japanese style.
I am very impressed with the work you have had done it is some very sweet ink.

Are you going for a suit or just as when the urge grips you.

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Matthew

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In theory it is possible but it depends on many factors – the main one is how faded is the black ink and how many sessions are you willing to have of white ink.

The outcome is usually not very satisfying as the white often fades anyway within 2-3 years and does not make for a great cover up colour.

That said it can be done over very faded…[Read more]

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Sorry been away for a few days – I would suggest black/grey shadowing as white simply fades out too quickly.
I am sure it can be fixed without too much hassle.

Good luck.

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Just curious but suspension as in rings through the flesh and dangle off cables??
Damn that really must hurt.

What do ppl get out of it?

Forever nosey 😀

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Matthew

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In most cases the ink colour makes no difference it is charged either as a set piece or based on time as in the number of hours/sessions required.

For example my backpiece was based on 10 sittings = 30 hrs less if he gets done quicker or a bit more if it takes another sitting. The charge was the same whether I went black and shade or…[Read more]

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For a really detailed piece I would say go quite large and use the thigh area (one part) front/side/back depends on what space you have or you can fit a med size onto your shin no problem.

Depends on personal taste as to how complex you want it.

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Matthew

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Well it really depends like all tattoos the smaller you go the more chance you have it of becoming a blob in later life.

As for noticiability most ppl will not conciously register it unless you show them and will just dismiss it as a mark if at all.

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Matthew

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Just in general the reason that neosporin is sometimes advised against is generally around the issue of zinc irritation and/or reaction to the analgesic.

Some people react to zinc or other sulphates in a negative way (not many but if you have the reaction it can be very unpleasant as it can cause immune system defiency or skin irritation if…[Read more]

Were they not supposed to be showing again in Jan 10??

I thought info was a follow on for the second show lol
No worries I will keep eyes open as I am sure they were meant to be booking a second convention.

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Matthew

Congrats and I think donating 1k of it is a lovely gesture.

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I am curious is the spill over from the hells angels feud that was brewing or something else entirely?
It is a shame as I was looking forward to going to that convention as well. 🙁

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Matthew

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It can be fixed but will required a skilled artist to do so and will require lengthening of the f at the bottom and shadowing across the top of all the letters.

My only concern is the centre of the f (-) but yes I would advise taking it to a reputable artist.

I would suggest maybe a trellis around the words or more flourish so that the…[Read more]

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If I am honest it would benefit from a re-work to straighten the sizes and thickness of the arrows and to also sharpen the edges.

That said it is no where near the worst ink I have ever seen. It just needs a bit more tlc.

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Well I did some research and the general consensus is that hanya and tiger tattoos tend to be separated by an event that signifies earth (tiger) and heaven/spirits (hanya) with a separating boundary such as waterfall, clouds, another anima,l samurai etc.

Personally I think they would make great tattoos either as a combined piece or as…[Read more]

Hi and welcome

That is very nice ink you are sporting.
How many sittings was it?

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Matthew

Hi and welcome

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