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Tattoo Education:
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Tattooing and artistry go hand in hand. When we
talk about art in tattooing we usually refer to
illustrative art. Generally, a person who is
better at illustrative art will be a more well
rounded a tattooist. However, being a good
artist almost never exclusively means you are a
good tattooist. Tattooing is a learned skill
separate from the talent of art. Tattooing
involves knowing how to move a vibrating needle
covered in ink across the skin such that the ink
is laid in the skin artfully and stays in the
skin properly. It can take an artist years to
sufficiently learn this skill. A good tattooist
will also understand the mechanics of tattoo
machines and have a broad base of knowledge
about inks and skin. Each artist develops their
own style and area of expertise. Make sure you
find an artist that is right for you.
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1) When searching for a
place to do your tattoo ask questions.
- How long have they been in
business?
- Do they have a good
reputation?
- Is the shop clean and
organized?
- How much experience does
your tattooist have?
- Are the needles single use
and pre-sterilized?
- Are the tattoo tubes
bagged and sterilized?
2) Shop
with your eyes, not your wallet.
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Portfolios are, by far, the best way to
determine a tattooists skill and style. Always
look through portfolios to get an understanding
of the artists work. Some artists are better
than others, and generally, charge accordingly.
Tattooing is not fast food work and you should
find an artist that suits your needs. Remember,
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3)
Tattooing is permanent.
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Get
something that you know you could live with for
the rest of your life. Be careful what words,
people, or symbols you choose to get tattooed.
Your tastes may change over the years. Even with
expensive painful surgery your tattoo would
never be completely erased and will always leave
a marked area. You don’t have to choose from
something directly off the wall. While never
inappropriate to get good flash on your body, a
good artist can modify something or do a
complete unique custom piece you may be
immeasurably happier over time. You will pay a
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4) Make sure the shop has an
up to date license.
5) Give the
artist some artistic license.
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A good
artist knows what looks good. Sometimes, it is a
proper to let the artist suggest a modification. |
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6) Talk to your tattooist.
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Make sure you feel
comfortable with them. You may be spending a lot
of hours with them.
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7) Having some medical background
such as RN, EMT, etc., does not qualify you to pierce or
tattoo.
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While a medical background has some overlap and
support, it does not distinguish one tattooist
over another. Tattooists are first and foremost,
artists and, as such, the specific knowledge
required to perform a tattoo really has nothing
to do with a medical background.
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8) When you come in for your
tattoo be sober, well slept, well fed, and healthy.
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Poor constitutions can
lead to a bad experience. Sit still, and do not
move. The less you move the easier it is to
tattoo you and the less time it will take.
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