Tattoo night!

[clare n]

Hmm getting a little personal now... I get your passion orally, but please let's be friendly I'd like to hear all the diverse opinions it's really interesting....

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Totally lol TOTALLY not orally... That's another topic altogether stupid bloody iPhone spelling.... Apologies haha

 

[Biff Malibu]

I think people need to understand that when you take a jab at tattoos (discrediting them as a form of art), to people who are enthusiastic about tattoos - that it is highly insulting and usually judgemental * from an individuals religious, socio-economic "class" and cultural (past and present) standpoints.

A persons tattoo is part of their physical appearance. It would be much like saying I don't like your haircut, You call THAT a haircut?

Is that really necessary? Who do you think you are?

I do come across this every now and then in real life ... I am being very friendly about this right now.

 

[dmmj]

This is not a debate thread please refrain from debating tattoos as a form of art, a member was just sharing their tattoos. I plan on getting 2 anyways myself.

 

[clare n]

Dmmj what are your plans?

 

[dmmj]

2 tortoise tattoos, one on each shoulder, tribal type design.

 

[chase thorn]

I have been wanting a tortoise tattoo for awhile but can't seem to get a design I enjoy

 

[CourtneyAndCarl]

I could get a tattoo of CARL! Thanks for the idea, now, guys

 

[clare n]

I think you should all let me design them for you

 

[chase thorn]

I'd like that!

 

[JayMillz]

Chase, do some research on tattoo artists in your area. Find one that has a style you prefer then tell them what you want and they'll design it for you and if you don't like it then go to the next artist until you find the one that meets your expectations. Make sure you find a "tattoo artist" and not a flash tracer. And for Gods sake don't skimp out and get a kitchen tattoo!

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art/ärt/

Noun:

1.The expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture

According to this I think tattoos would be "art". You could ask 50 tattoo artists for a tattoo of a tortiose for example, and they'd all be different. It's still a visual representation, just on a flesh instead of canvas or a rock or piece of wood etc.

Offtopic, my wife and I are in agreement on whoever dies first, the one left living is going to get the others skin turned into a lampshade. Hows that for human creative skill or expression typically in a visual form Also, I consider some graffiti art. I'm not talking about the trashy nig-nug gang signs littered on buildings or poorly painted penises, but I have saw some pretty impressive pieces painted on buildings or boxcars. We own some impressive work done entirely out of "rattle cans" by street preformers (Memphis I think).

 

[chase thorn]

Chase, do some research on tattoo artists in your area. Find one that has a style you prefer then tell them what you want and they'll design it for you and if you don't like it then go to the next artist until you find the one that meets your expectations. Make sure you find a "tattoo artist" and not a flash tracer. And for Gods sake don't skimp out and get a kitchen tattoo!

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art/ärt/

Noun:

1.The expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture

According to this I think tattoos would be "art". You could ask 50 tattoo artists for a tattoo of a tortiose for example, and they'd all be different. It's still a visual representation, just on a flesh instead of canvas or a rock or piece of wood etc.

Offtopic, my wife and I are in agreement on whoever dies first, the one left living is going to get the others skin turned into a lampshade. Hows that for human creative skill or expression typically in a visual form Also, I consider some graffiti art. I'm not talking about the trashy nig-nug gang signs littered on buildings or poorly painted penises, but I have saw some pretty impressive pieces painted on buildings or boxcars. We own some impressive work done entirely out of "rattle cans" by street preformers (Memphis I think).

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I got a guy at a local shop that I go too! We sat down and drew my tiki as we talked. I could never get flash art... My other tattoos are all custom as well.

 

[dmmj]

I will more than likely go with my cousins tattoo guy, he does great work, and he gives my cousin a discount which he said would extend to me.

 

[Blakem]

I will more than likely go with my cousins tattoo guy, he does great work, and he gives my cousin a discount which he said would extend to me.

That's great! I know many tattoo artists who will over price. My great friend is one and has only charged me free-40$ on mine. I always tip really well though. Tips are important of you go back to them.

Dmmj, the back shoulder doesn't hurt. I did have to cringe a little when the artist got to my latissimus muscle.

 

[chase thorn]

Mine are mostly on my arms. My artist is a cool guy, Very friendly and takes good care of newer customers. The tiki was just something small I had him do! I love how much detail that he put in such a small area.

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Here is another pic... Very itchy today.

 

[Blakem]

Very cool! It shouldn't be itchy though until its almost done healing? Unless its not wet enough? I'm only speaking from my experience from mine. May be different for everyone.

 

[chase thorn]

Mine itch after day 5 usually. Peels a little but not much and that is why it is so itchy... I use moisturize a lot

 

[clare n]

That looks lovely close up. Beautiful detail. We recommend savlon, or bepanthen nappy rash cream if you are under 25. Older skin doesn't take well to bepanthen, the collagen levels have dropped significantly,over 25's are better off with savlon. Perfumed moisturisers are bad, they affect the colour, and don't use Vaseline this blocks the pores and inhibits the healing process

 

[chase thorn]

I have only used Curel fragrance free on my tattoos and no ointments!

 

[Blakem]

Nice! I use rash ointment on mine. My girlfriend hates the smell but it works well. It's called A and D ointment.

 

[chase thorn]

I have heard some bad stuff about A&D. There are hundreds of ways to heal a tattoo. Every artist has there own way. I have my own rather than what my artist has said. I use the one best for my skin!