Everything You Need to Know Before Your First Tattoo | Ask the Artist
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- The internet has information on everything these days, and there's no better way to prepare for getting your first tattoo than by listening to the tattoo artists featured on Inked. Artists have given hundreds of first tattoos and have gotten first tattoos themselves, therefore they're pros on what to do and what not to do. Check out the top tier advice of these artists and let us know if these tips help you prepare for your first tattoo in the comments below.
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"Come alone. Don't come alone." Thanks for clearing that up, feel much better about it now.
I went along. It's a very cool process. I'm going to get a tattoo at some point 😁
I think this depends solely on the person and what they’re getting. I tend to get larger pieces, so I’m sitting for anywhere from like 3-5 hrs per session. Why on earth would someone want to just sit and watch some one else get tattooed for that long?!
That being said, I’ve always just felt more comfortable going alone.
@@tiaqmal4224 I went with my boyfriend, and his was about 4 ish hours. I did bring other entertainment, but was too amazed by the needle work.
@@hot8990798 to each their own! I just get too bored. But I also hate getting tattooed for the same reason-it’s a time suck haha. I love being tattooed, just hate the process of getting them.
To be fair, it was a guy vs woman. She was way more on the "for safety" side while I feel like the dude was thinking more along the lines of what would make _him_ comfortable, as a dude and/or as a tattoo artist, not so much thinking of the safety side. Besides, she said so with a more specific example of if you'd otherwise be alone with the tattoo artist, then bring a friend, while I imagine he was thinking in a shop with other people around/in view.
On the topic of first tattoos, is there already a video where you ask artists what their first time tattooing someone else was like? would love to see something like that!
Same! I wanna know how they felt-- nervous? Excited? Did they mess it up? 😂 Etc.
First tattoos are generally done when apprenticing; something small, simple, often may not have color. It's usually either very cheap or done for free, because an expectation is being set that this is a fresh artist and you get what you pay for. A lot of artists on this channel would probably lie about their first experience, because some ppl buy a tattoo machine online and tattoo their friends at their house ot whatever before going legitimate, and they probably wouldn't want something like that ruining their reputation, as tattooing from home is a major taboo.
@@HorusDeathtouch I would agree with you but so many of them have talked about tattooing themselves so I doubt they care that much. especially since that's in the past. it's not like they're currently a scratcher
@@Bowling_Dude Tatooing yourself isn't really taboo though. Apprentices are sometimes even encouraged to practice that way. But yeah some of them have admitted to tattooing themselves as a total amateur, so I hear you there. My stepbrother bought a machine on ebay when he was a teen and had our other brother tattoo 100% Beef on his ass.
Yea they have multiple videos on that topic
Don’t forget about aftercare. When I got my first tattoo I was so worried about actually getting it that I didn’t even think about what I had to do afterwards.
Worst part to me is the aftercare. The needles aren't so bad, I rather stay hours getting tattoed than stay 3 (or more) days with my skin scabbing, peeling and itching like hell. When people make they first tattoo they get very concerned about feeling too much pain and no one tells them how boring the aftercare is (for a good cause though).
@@leandroazevedo28 yeah my first couple of tattoos I healed naturally and it sucked but now I’ve started using tegaderm, it’s a breathable dressing that stays wrapped around my tattoo for 4 days and it helps so much with the scabbing, peeling and itching so the aftercare is a lot better for me now.
@@Suzy24I GOT MY TATTOO A WEEK AGO!!! TYSM for this!!!
@@seaslugg22 glad I helped 😊
@@seaslugg22omg how was it??? I get mine Saturday 🥲🥲
Got my first tattoo last week. I have really bad anxiety so I needed a couple of breaks. My artist was super supportive and I felt comfortable enough to finish it off that day. Awesome first experience.
Ive got heaps and I still have nervous energy before one. Its a minor cosmetic surgery thats gonna be on you for life. Its anxiety inducing.
how do you ask for breaks omggg my social anxiety how do i ask😭
Definitely look over the stencil before your artist starts and be sure you’re good with how it looks
I wasn’t brave enough to speak up to my first tattoo artist about some of his design choices. Endlessly grateful for my sister who could tell how uncomfortable I was and told the guy no. Not only did he change everything I liked about what I was getting but he also dropped multiple slurs and that to me was a huge 🚩 I was lucky that she was there for me because not everyone has someone to intervene! The tattoo I did end up getting is still my favorite and I can’t go anywhere without someone telling me how much they love it!
The artists dropped multiple slurs and you still didn't think to leave?! what
@@tristanwright2015 right💀
Everyone doesn't need someone to intervene, speak up for yourself. It's like telling teenagers "If you aren't mature enough to buy condoms, you aren't mature enough to have sex." If you aren't comfortable telling your tattooer you don't like something going on your body forever, you shouldn't be getting tattooed. I also highly doubt the tattooer used "slurs".
@@CatfishBradley ok dude.
@@CatfishBradley some people have social anxiety and have a hard time communicating Bradley. you seem like the type of person to say the r word and defend it because “it was a medical term first”
eating before an appointment is huge!
really psyched to get my first tattoo (top part of spine piece) literally 10 days ago and will always remember this experience: I PASSED OUT and it was the most embarrassing thing ever. Luckily, my artist and cousin was there to catch me when I fell but I never felt so light headed ever in my life. Tunnel vision to the max and was literally sweating bullets. Eat before you go in if ur a tattoo virgin like me. I passed out after he inked in the outline. I came back the next day after eating, and the most that happened to me was sweaty palms. Again, eat before you go in but don't go in hella stuffed. And once you go in for the first time, planning to get more tats gets addicting lmao have fun, go crazy
It took me many, many years to decide whether or not to get a tattoo, and back before I got my first one, I knew absolutely nothing about tattoos or how artists do them. I did my research and with the help of an old friend, I found my artist and he did a GREAT, GREAT job with mine. The people at that tattoo shop were very kind, didn't judge me, and my artist was willing to work with me on my intended design and made one that we both agreed on. The sessions were very relaxing and it didn't hurt as much as I thought, considering how I have a very high tolerance to pain, and definitely not afraid of needles for sure! Oh, and if you're wondering what my first tattoo was... it was a large tattoo of Snotlout (from How to Train Your Dragon) on my chest. And I STILL LOVE IT! My second tattoo will come very soon.
pfp, username and tattoo? Hell yeah😁👌
A Snotlout tattoo?!
Now you got me curious 😯
I was worried about my latest tatt when after waiting two months my artist hadn't drawn anything. I sent her a drawing my friend did for me, told her to add whatever she thought would be cool because I liked her style. Two months later I walked in and the first thing out of her mouth was "what are we doing today?" Freaked me out. It ended up being great, I love it. She didn't go overboard with making it her own, so my friends art really shines through. Her methods weren't what I was expecting, but she knew what she was doing so it worked out.
I like the speaking up part, get what you want and to your liking. I’ve heard of some situations where the artist wants it done their way and a lot of times there’s a deposit so you don’t really want to back out of it.
Getting my first one tomorrow! Perfect timing 👍🏼
Good Luck!
Lol I got sleeves but depending where your getting it you should be straight!
How did it go? I'm planning to get mine soon and I'm nervous! I'm getting one on my forearm
@@NostalgicGalaxy lol well it depends my artist uses a traditional coil machine witch is what most artist use then u have the rotary. The rotary pack ink cleaner but the traditional is pretty nice to. it will hurt a little but make sure u eat a nice meal and stay hydrated so it will hurt less. do not drink for a day or 2 before. (Alc).if you are worried about pain there are tattoo lidocane creams u can order dat are not to much money. Dat will help numb your arm for a couple hours…. it hurts but it isn’t a pain u can’t handle. it’s like getting blood taken but just over and over again lmfao. u can do it bro. I have my chest tatted to as well as my full arm. If your getting basic designs it won’t hurt dat bad but remeber this. The more detail/realism the more painful. Such as dark dark color packs…. but once you get one your gonna be hooked and get slot of more. Trust bro its 100% worth it!! Shading isn’t bad but line work hurts more. Once you get thru dat it’s not even a sweat unless like I said your getting realism and a lot of dark color pallets.good luck. n make sure u follow these rules to bro. btw tattoo artist also like to do shit n drag out to take breaks. I’d u take breaks when u come back it will hurt even more. So it is best to just sit theu the session with no breaks. U less u really need one. If your getting a big piece about 2-3 hours in ask your artist If u can get something out the vending machine or bring a snack to boost up your system.it will also help you stand the pain more.gl
@@NostalgicGalaxy it was absolutely fine! She was so gentle but I felt calm going into it which definitely help, it’s all about your mind set :)
I’ve only gotten one tattoo so far but I’m honestly so happy this advice lined up with my first tat experience and how I went about it. I followed the artist for a while, saw she had Halloween flash I loved, and sat on it for a bit. When I went for it, she let me bring in one friend and it was a night appointment, and since she was an apprentice she was the last one in the studio to close up for the night. It was the artist, me, and my friend watching tv together while I got tattooed and it was such a safe feeling. The artist seemed very professional and laid back online and was the same in person. I’m so glad I did research before my first tattoo, especially being in the Bay Area since there’s so many tattoo artists that could be hit or miss around here. I feel bad for people that had terrible first experiences and get scarred enough to not get tattooed again :(
@@wonderlustcoffee5517 oh! I went to picture machine tattoo in SF and the artist was electricpenjen :) truly! If you have a good recommendation I’d love to know!
Sorry my notifs are a bit off lol
I just got mine earlier today on a whim. I had been talking about it with my mom as we were/are going to get matching ones. She just wanted to see how I would do since I have always freaked out about needles since I was a little girl until about a few years ago. It didn’t hurt like I thought it would. My artist and my mom were talking while he was setting up before my tattoo and during my tattoo. It calmed me down physically because mentally I was chill. She said that I didn’t make any faces like I was in pain. Over all it was a good experience. I would definitely go back to him. She told him about when I was younger and had to get a shot because I had strep and the nurses would not let her hold me when I saw the needle. The nurse said “ Oh she’s a little bitty ole thing. We got her.” Yeah. She didn’t have me. I ended up kicking her diamond earring out of her ear and across the room.😂
I had my first tattoo last week and it honestly couldn't have gone much better. Did tons of research on the artist, i went the go big or go home route and got a piece specifically designed to fit my upper arm, i did good preparation, expected the worst and got the absolute best. The artist was super kind and we had some really good conversations while he was tattooing me as well :)
got my first + second tattoo in the same session. my artist was local, also AFAB, and found out we’re the same age. my first tattoos were little, but now she’s my go to and i’ve had four from her now. one of them basically a half sleeve!
How bad was it getting a half sleeve? And also, sorry if it’s tmi, but have you ever been tattooed during that time of the month and did you notice it hurt more? I’m getting my second piece and it’ll be bigger and take longer than my first and I’m also supposed to have mother flow come the same day! 🥲
@@mrsdiaz614 never a tmi lol, destigmatize periods! i never have, but i reckon it would make you a bit more sensitive!
my half sleeve isn’t full full, getting it filled in hopefully later this year. it wasn’t too bad. the edges were a bit tender, like outside of the arm, and to be honest when i got tattooed near my armpit i laughed.
@@kendreycjsantos6459 you laughed? You’re strong! That’s one of the most painful spots!
I took a lot of time deciding what my first tattoo would be and who was going to be my artist. It was really important to me that my tattoo had a particular style, and that it could have just as easily been artwork on my wall. My artist was concerned about whether or not I'd be able to handle the long sessions for my first tattoo. I ended up with an absolutely stunning full-color half sleeve, and he was so sweet and the whole experience was clean and peaceful.
I've since moved 14 hours away, but I'll 100% go back to him for my second tattoo.
When I got my recent tattoo, I didn't have any alcohol for up to 48 hours hours I have respect for the tattoo artist and my skin itself. And there was no bleeding during the tattoo. The tattoo came out perfectly.
And I had to book half a year in advance for my tattoo.
thank you for putting their handles next to the artists! makes it super convenient to follow them
My first tattoo went great. I went in expecting it to hurt so I didn't psyche myself up too much and the pain ending up not being bad at all. I now have 14 tattoos.
"Don't overthink"= Overthinking overthinking everything 😬
Was supposed to get my first one on the 17th but the artist had an emergency come up and had to reschedule. The earliest date that I could fit in was January 7th, so that's when I'll be getting my first tattoo. I already met with the artist for about an hour long consultation and feel like it will be a good experience.
I wish I was able to have a consultation but due to covid we only met the day of, luckily the design and size was perfect
How'd it go?
My first tattoo, completely unprepared. Still went ok. Second tattoo, better prepared. Was a bit rougher but good. Third, full sleeve this time still in progress, amazing! Super prepared and the artist is the bomb!
I was tattooed by someone who is recently being shown on these videos and I actually reacted negatively seeing their face months later b/c of the anxiety I had the entire session. They were mad from start to finish and when I tried to show them that what upset them was a misunderstanding they popped headphone in and ignored me the rest of the session. Not to mention I was in a weird position and tried to tell them multiple times my arm was falling asleep but they would get frustrated and stop tattooing me b/c they couldn't hear me when I would said " hey my hand / arm is falling asleep" . Tbh when the outline was done I considered leaving but I spent so much money on the tattoo and I felt really conflicted that I stayed. There are some mistakes in the tattoo and for a while I felt like I couldn't even enjoy it b/c the experience was so bad. I really think in person or video call consults would be a lot better. They only talked to me through email and the first time I met them was in person that day. I understand their life can be busy and hectic especially if they are popular but I'm not a piece of paper....I'm a person with feelings and I was really hurt by the whole thing. This doesn't stop me from wanting more tattoos BUT next time I will want to talk to the artist more and get to know them before deciding if I want to spend hours with them tattooing my body.
That's really disappointing. Totally valid feelings on your end & your expectations sound totally considerate & reasonable. It's really unfortunate that your experience with your artist tainted how you see/saw the tattoo. I hope you're feeling more comfortable with it now!
For me personally the artists vibes are just as important as their skill. It sucks being stuck with someone for hours you don't feel comfortable around and the atmosphere in sessions will 100% effect the outcome of the piece. No matter how good the guy is, if he's a pain in the ass to deal with I won't ever even consider getting inked by him.
PLEASE TELL ME THE NAME OF THE PERSON A
I love your videos, everything is clear, point by point, very professional! thanks, great for explaining to customers
I’ve just gotten my first tattoo , a traditional Koi fish with lotus flowers and I absolutely love it .
The one thing that I would point out to people thinking about that first tattoo is yes research the artist and check out their work but also visit the studio and get a feel for them because they may be a fantastic artist but I truly believe there needs to be a connection between artist and client .
My artist had no traditional Japanese artwork on her instagram but was super stoked to work on my ideas and I’ve ended up with a beautiful tattoo , I’ve also found the most fun and friendly studio with amazing artists and for me personally an artist who is actually excited to work with me on my current & future tattoos .
So yes do your research online but go and discuss your ideas and get a feel for the artist because you might just find something very special !
Definitely speak up if you don't love your design! I didn't because I didn't want to offend my artist and I thought I'd get used to it eventually. I didn't and now I'm dealing with laser.
I don't want tattoos actually, that's not my thing but i really like to see them in other people and some of them are so gorgeous. This Channel is great too.
Everything they are saying is so true! I remember for my first tattoo I was very anxious and nervous. Thankfully my tattoo artist was very patient and my experience went smoothly but going in being so nervous was definitely not a good idea 😭
Next Tuesday will be my first appt in 2.5 years! My 7th one done by the same artist I've been going to for 8 years now. I gotta check to find my aftercare sheet they gave me
Bring a small pillow or a hoodie you can ball up, if you're getting something like your legs or back done and have to lay on the table for a long time. My first tattoo was a three hour piece on the side of my shin/ankle, and I brought a small pillow to tuck under my chest/armpit to make several hours on a flat surface more bearable. For sanitary reasons, this is only for support and comfort in an area far away from the body part getting tattooed.
I’m getting my first tattoo next week, super excited!
How’d it go???
I got my first one on my 22nd birthday. Sure I was anxious before but during I was ok. Had to not think of the pain but something else. I didn’t pass out like others would’ve.
The design I got was a simple line work cat. First of many I’ll get
I got my first tattoo for my 25 bday and I had a wonderful experience. And my artist answered all my questions.
Might get my first one soon! I’m about to be 16 and I’m super excited!
I feel like this isn’t said enough, even if you’re sure as sure (like me) but suffer with panic attacks and sensory overload (me lol) you NEEEEEED sugar, I don’t care what diet you’re on or what you ate for lunch, I was a quivering wreck, I wasn’t sure what to expect pain wise or texture wise -
my poor tattooist had to keep feeding me lollipops and bits of Mars bar because I suppressed the nerves but they resulted in body shakes!!!! Try and eat a really good amount of sugar 2 hours before and take snacks, my tattoo was 5 hours so I can’t tell you HOW tired I was driving home after my veins had an involuntary workout.
Absolute shout out to my tattooist at Goodtimes she was brilliant.
Thanks for the helpful info
In the "open mindness" portion:
I disagree with that one artist who basically said some artists are dicks or abrasive and be open minded about that like what no?!? Artist, Doctor, Engineer, Janitor, Etc you need to be professional and courteous in your job. It's your profession not your hobby. I vehemently disagree with having to put up with someone who's rude, nasty, or mean to you. Artists can have your best interest and still be polite. Theres ways to be stern but not a dick.
It is part of the industry I think. Old school type stuff but still bleeds through to today. I think its just part of tattooing.
You should do one about doing your first tattoo!
Binging these kind of videos because my first tattoo is this Sunday
Thinking of getting my first tattoo so just watched the other video and now this gets uploaded? Maybe it’s a sign
Food is fuel! Wish I realised that earlier. Lucky for me, artist is a really good friend. I give her my crazy stupid ideas and she's makes sense of it then suggest ways it would look nicer or flow better with the rest of my tattoos. Its a bit of give and take
So people thought I was crazy for starting a full sleeve for my first tattoo and I mean my forearm piece was pretty chill didn’t hurt artist was hella cool
This video I think will help me wonders. I’m brewing up some ideas for my first tattoo. Thank You.
Take ur time man my friends got tattoos in high school to look cool but now theyre tattoos are shiltty and very low quality they didnt hold up over time i got my sleeve done at 27 and my sleeve still looks new while everyones high school tatts look old and faded and since my tattoos are high quality i get compliments from all types of people
@@Xeniumnebula I’m still looking around. Of course Quality and lasting is definitely what I’d like. I mean, I’ve got some tattoo ideas floating in my head. It isn’t too much, but sentimental.
@Tom Whalen I know these two have meanings. Then again, most of the ideas I do have aren’t like “meaningful” to an extent
@Tom Whalen I know and I appreciate it. I’m still thinking it through even if I’ve got a solid idea for a tattoo or tattoos.
I always wanted to get a tattoo or Tattoos but I've knew what i wanted... like i want tattoos that people don't have you know what i mean but still make them look good you pay what you get for
He's not lying about being a barbed needle that can happen so easily barely tapping your rinse cup or ink cup I always change my needle if it goes to bleeding more or hurting more
man is being so big brain w the be present stuff... i love it lol
getting my first tattoo tomorrow! ahhh
Got my first tattoo! It was not as bad as i expected it to be hahaha. I got a geometric ,mandala and peony wrapped around my my forearm. Yeah got a half sleeve as my first tat. The session took 11 hours and the painful part for me was the wrist and when the artist has to go back to do those big and darker shades with bigger needle.
The person talking at the very beginning makes an important point.
I just got my first tattoo a few days ago found out I was allergic to the adhesive to saniderm during my aftercare but I had an amazing artist I will be going to again for a second tattoo he was amazing friendly during the whole tattoo process I was given a tattoo aftercare sheet and I researched a few artists and followed everyone my first tattoo I was already set on and made it my own will definitely be addicted moving forward and cash all the way and I definitely want alone and loved it personally
Getting my first tattoo tomorrow super excited
What did you get?
@@Lowtan hannya mask on left calve
For my first tattoo, I got a smiley face my grandpa used to draw on cards when his hands shook too bad from Parkinsons to write his name, I got it on my inner forearm/wrist, I wanted it smiling at me, which would technically be upside down, and my artist thought that would very weird and wrong, so he convinced me to do it the right way. But I wish I would have just been brave and said, fuck it, I want it my way, now every time I raise my wrist to look at it, it's smiling at me upside down, and it makes me a little sad.
you should get the same design on your other arm but the correct way
Getting my first in the morning 😊
Yo inked what if you want to go to a walk in shop for your first one and your design is like a cube so you can get a feel for the pain
Where was this video when I went to get my 2nd tattoo 😭. My first went great and looks great. My second I went to a different artist because he was my friend's tattoo artist and he did great work on him. Told him exactly what I wanted but he changed the whole design and told me the one he had would fit better on my calf rather than having a big one wrapping around my calf. It's Still a beautiful tattoo but I really don't like it, it's too small and busy (it's a realistic phoenix, and I wanted a cartoonie one) and I'll be getting a coverup in the next few months. 😭 The sad part is it's a really meaningful tattoo to me.
I got half my arm blacked out at 11am, woke up and left. Hadnt eaten since 8pm the day before. 4 hours. No food or anything. Got up at the end, everything was blackand white. Almost collapsed and threw up. And i cant wait to finish my arm this summer.
Before any of this, DO YOUR RESEARCH. Don't trust artists' carefully curated Instagram pages - go to their tagged photos to see what they look like HEALED. Poor technical application could result in extreme fading.
Had a nightmare time with a a great artist. The guys work was amazing he just never wanted to tattoo and would reschedule all the time. I was rescheduled 7 times before I got in with him. I won’t go back to him. It sucks cause I like his work.
Y’all should put the artists city next to their name
Shout out to P&P tattoo in Makati City, Philippines. Got my first tattoo there and looking for my second one.
Any recommendations in so cal?
I had a bad first artist. He said the place i wanted it. Wasn't where I "actually wanted it" I just wanted it an inch high on my arm .-. Im getting it removed now. Never going back to him
I just got my first tattoo a few months ago and i kinda already want to cover it up. My social anxiety did not let me speak up 😫
That sucks, i know what its like to have that anxiety. But at my first appointment i did speak up, it was a tree, and at one specific point it looked very unnaturel for me. Glad that i did. What did you get, why dont you like it ?
I always bring a snack,few bottles of water, and tripod to hold my phone to watch netflix on lol
Something they didn't touch on was correct clothing choice. If you're getting a back piece, don't wear something super tight that will be affect the after-care or be a pain in the butt to remove to get the actual work done. Especially for ladies, a bra across a fresh back piece is going to be real uncomfortable
My first tattoo artist was kind of a dick. Rushed me but showed up late to the seasion, wasn’t prepared and sent me to rite aid to get some supplies, had me help him clean the shop so we could get started, took a break to talk to his buddy and go get food, made fun of my phone because it was a flip phone and not an android, was literally there all day and he didn’t finish a quarter sleeve tattoo on my bicep, ended up getting it removed and a new piece done by a better artist who was super chill
did you do any homework on the artist beforehand or talk to your artist ahead of time?
@@wrxzboost nah I was 18 when I got my first tattoo and was just excited to get a tattoo
@@supersaiyansalamence then that makes sense. i was 35 when i got my first piece, which was half my leg. i did about a years worth or research finding an artist and reaching out to him. my tattoo makes me happy every day.
Keep in mind also, this is a ritual of sorts because skin is being broken and blood is drawn. If you're getting bad vibes from your artist, forget em. It's not worth putting that energy into your body.
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Getting my first tattoo was a nightmare .. I did it on a whim however I had wanted the tattoo for about 4 years and I never had the guts to get one so one night my girlfriends and I were having a girls weekend in niaraga falls we were going to do something but there ended up being only 2 seats available so I let them go and I was like ill meet back up with you when youre done so I went into this tattoo shop it was clean and the people were friendly so I went for it I was getting two tattoos one on each wrist ... the guy did everything correctly and he went to start needle is actually on my skin and dude is about to start the lining and other guy from the shop yells "STOP WHAT THE FUCK ARE YOU DOING?!" naturally I jumped and got cut with the needle and im freaking out thinking this tattoo artist isn't actually an artist or he used something dirty even though I seen him open a clean needle ... the other "artist" comes up and starts laughing saying he was just joking around ... ... ...
I'M SORRY WHAT?!? apparently he does it to almost every Virgin tattoo canvas... however I now was bleeding really badly and cut open so it looked like I sliced my wrists for our entire girls weekend 😔😔😔
Let's just say I got that "artist" fired and thankfully it wasn't my first and last tattoo I built up the courage to get more believing not everyone is a complete dickwad
The papercutt person seems amazing, I'd really trust them to tattoo me!
I always wonder what to tip? I've got an artist that I'm going to who's rocking both arms (half sleeves, collar bone, neck , head and jaw), and he rocks 1000 for half days, and 2000 for full days, and this is going to be two full days. One arm is going to be super detailed and colored, the other his black & grey with some detail.
I mean, is it as simple as 20% for $4k?
@@Shichba Seriously. I always think it ended up one of those "Keeping up with the Jones'" things here, where someone said they had to tip bigger than their friend/neighbor/boss, and it's just escalated over the last 100 years here. Like, really? You gotta tip the dude in the bathroom who hands you a towel?
@@Shichba very similar to tipping makeup artists, they charge you for the application and products, but if they go above and beyond and the experience was nice then I will tip to show appreciation
If your already paying that much i don’t really see the need to tip
@@Shichba to each their own. I like showing appreciation if I feel a service given to me exceeded my expectations
As someone who spent roughly $4,500 on a sleeve over 8 sessions, (in the midwest, USA with an appointment-only artist who worked in private studios) I tipped between $50-100 each session. This added about $500 to my total, which comes to about 10%. I truly enjoyed my artist, and all of my tips came from gratitude, and not expectation. Hope this gives you some insight!
She can tattoo me. She read my mind with like if I feel weird about a shop or artist I’m out deuces .
I can't come alone😂 me and my boyfriend have an appointment together, we wanted matching tattoos that would allow us to go our separate ways if we ever unfortunately had too, so I'm getting a possum and he's getting a raccoon, awesome when you see us together but great on there own and not binding
I get my tattoo dec 10th 4 pm so today its a 6 inch cross i have drank over 8 of beer but i am drinking tons of water rn anymore advice
I am SO GLAD I forfeited the first deposit I put down. So glad.
But should you go with someone for a matching tattoo
I feel like this is the main acception
2022 will I get my first tattoo?
I’m 42 and considering getting several tattoos down my left arm. They would be my first tattoos ever. Does this scream midlife crisis or is it ok? What’s your opinion?
I got my first tattoo yesterday on the upper part of my butt. I was scared of the pain and so I did my research on what to do. I was shaking like a leaf when I sat on the chair but, the artist waited until I calmed down.
He told me if it hurts, I should tell him to stop. When the needle touched my skin, I was surprised because it didn’t hurt at all. It felt like someone was using the tip of scissors and gently pressing it against my skin. Right now, it's kind of itchy, and Idk if that's normal.
I have like 12 tattoos but I still watch these kinds of videos before I get a new one lmaooo
I was going to get my first one with my ex best friend and we aren't friends anymore so I'm happy I didn't we was best friends for 10+ years she was really angry at the time that I didn't get one but here is the thing the artist was nothing but red flag like I asked him if I could sit and he just started cursing at me he was also flirting with her and was just incredibly rude so happy I decided not get it now I'm thinking about getting my first before I move from my home state and I'm so excited but really don't know how to take care of it hints why I am watching these videos
Where's the black background 🥲
another thing i would like to add: remember your skin moves, so when the artist puts the stencil on be sure to look in the mirror and move around so ur sure ur happy with the way the tattoo itself actually moves with your body. (i wish i did this w my first tattoo, still happy w it it tho)
what happened with antony`s eyes ????
Yo is that the guy that won ink master!??!
thanks a lot guys now i wanna get another tattoo and my bank account is screaming in pain 😀
bring snacks, bring your mom ,bring your dad, bring your whole family also bring some money
Yup just a couple thousand depending on the tattoo
Research your artist well and make sure they're up to snuff. Please know what you want but be willing to be a bit flexible, these artists know what works on skin and what will last for years. Do NOT go high or drunk. Omg. If you can't handle the pain, order some numbing cream weeks before your appointment and start applying it the day before hand so it can settle in good for the appointment.
i’ve got 3 tattoos & so far no bad experiences! knock on wood lol
speak up! it’s on YOUR body forever
Do what I pay you to do. I want you to put an art on me. If you think you can do it better or in a better place, we can talk about it. I'm open to suggestions. But some things I want done a certain way for a certain reason. Per example: One of my tats is on my thumb behind the knuckle to the wrist. Dude warned me it might fade or not look right. I said that was fine. He did a very good job but it still faded weird. BUT it was a tattoo commemorating an old thing so the fade ended up making it look better.
You're working with an expert and they're working with a living canvas. It's all about give and take. They want to do the best job (well, the good ones do,) because if they do, word of mouth gets them more clients (plus personal pride.) You obviously want them to do a good job because it's your fucking body. Just... on either side, don't be an obdurate asshole.
Reese is to good looking rawr hehe
do i need to gain wait before a tattoo? like my arms are incredibly skinny
Gain muscles.
lol no
My first tsttoo was a traditional Japanese leg sleeves. My second was My right leg . My 3rd is a full back connecting into the bottom leg pieces haha
My first experience was okay at the time but my artist i walked in for turned out to be a rapist and honestly i hate having the tattoo on my skin now. And since I'm psycheck to paycheck now i can't cover it or laser it for the conceivable future
Research your artists, i cannot stress this enough
In my early 20s I accompanied a friend of mine for his tattoo and It was ok for the first 5 minutes, just a bit of chatting and pretty boring for the rest till I cut the run eating pizza somewhere. don't do that.
Not surprising to know that my senseless presence was awkward for the artist... so I quote who tells you "come alone, you're an adult"
When you’re already tatted up but want to get tatted so bad so you go back to the beginning where it all started.
So the biggest thing I’m hearing is bring snacks
Wear comfortable clothes. My artist doesn't mind if I bring somebody along. It is my brother though so not a distraction.. Don't go in high drunk and ect.
i got tattooed just to get tattooed and i have no regrets.
I thought this was advice for an artist starting out😂