For some of us, the idea of walking in a tattoo parlor with about five thousand weird little pictures on the walls to choose from is no longer a viable option. Some of us have our own ideas of what we would like to permanently mark our precious epidermis with. After all, our skin is a vital organ and should be treated with the respect it deserves. Therefore, it is of great importance that we do our homework first before venturing out into the big bad world to get inked up.
On many occasions, as a tattoo artist, I have spoken to people who are very disappointed in the work they have had done in the past. They have learned a hard lesson. Just because your friend has a kanji symbol he is happy with doesn't mean you should head down to the same tattoo artist for a Japanese back piece. This is something that creates issues continuously. As a result , we frequently do coverups to hide a bad tattoo. Word to the wise, if you want a tribal arm band, make sure the guy or girl who does it is interested in doing this type of work.
In our studio, we have eight different artists with eight different styles of artwork they prefer to do. Tattooing is like any other trade. There are specialists in different types of artwork. Try to find an artist who does the style you are looking for and you both will be happier with the results. The results are going to be with you for some time, so be sure you are comfortable with the studio and artist before jumping in the chair. You will be much happier with your tattoo, and the artist can add something to his/her portfolio they will be proud of.
I for one, love to do traditional tattoos. Most likely, if you come in to our studio and ask me to do a dolphin tattoo, you will be working with another artist more fit for the job. This way, you get the tattoo design you want done by an artist who will enjoy doing the work. Believe me, if the artist likes the subject matter, you'll get a better tattoo.
If you go to eight different artists and ask them to draw a lotus flower tattoo, you will probably get eight very different drawings. Ask for an angel tattoo design, you will get just as many different styles. So when you look for someone to design a custom tattoo, make sure to check out their portfolio to see if they do what you like.
A unicorn tattoo can be very cool if the artist is capable of getting creative with your idea. Even a shooting star tattoo can look great if your artist takes the time to add a little flair to it. Music tattoos are popular and provide the artist with countless ideas do to something special for your taste. Tattoo images are as different as the ideas in your head, so don't be afraid to use some imagination. Just try to keep the ideas simple and basic. To much information crammed in to one piece of artwork is difficult to design and artists like simplicity.
Hopefully this will give you some information to work with before you set out to get a cool tattoo. Whether it be a patriotic tattoo, a tribal dragon tattoo, an orchid tattoo or a samoan tattoo, it is always best to seek out the artist that is best for the job and make sure you find a clean, safe environment for having the tattoo applied.
Charlie Spencer
Owner/Artist
Studio21Tattoo Gallery, Inc.
Las Vegas, Nevada
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