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When you walk into a tattoo parlor, you are instantly greeted with eye-catching designs filled with color and complexity. Unless you have already decided on a design, it can be very difficult to select one on the spot. Even if you have a selected design already in mind, the artist may present you with varying possibilities that will present you with a difficult decision.

Before arriving for your tattoo, it is a good idea to have a selection of designs that you are interested in. Men and women will naturally select different images whereas the gentleman may prefer a masculine and powerful tattoo and the woman may prefer something dainty and pretty. For example, a gentleman may prefer a large tattoo with a lot of color or something that symbolizes the love that he shares for his wife or girlfriend. It is advisable that tattoo recipients give careful consideration to personalized tattoos. Why? If the relationship ends later, the tattoo will still remain unless it is surgically removed. Therefore, many gentlemen are electing to have symbols that remind them of something that they enjoy, such as a career, a hobby or a symbol that means something special to their life.

Women who decide to have a permanent tattoo will often select a dainty image, such as a heart, butterfly or floral depiction. These are small and can be placed anywhere, but most commonly are located on the hip, ankle or back of the shoulder area. Women typically select a smaller tattoo in an effort to make a statement of beauty and yet something that draws attention to a certain area, such as the leg or hip.

Even with these thoughts in mind, a tattoo is a very personal thing and must be a reflection of something that is important to the recipient. Therefore, there really isn’t a universal ‘man’ or ‘woman’ tattoo. Upon discussing various choices with the artist, a tattoo recipient will gain a better understanding of options and design choices. In addition, they will be able to browse through an image book or folder that will show a number of different tattoo choices, which will enable them to better decide which is right for them.

This article is to be used for informational purposes only. The information contained herein is not intended to be used in place of, or in conjunction with, professional medical advice or recommendations for tattoo placement. Before deciding on getting a tattoo or having one removed, the patient must consult a licensed medical doctor for medical advice and/or to determine the best course of action for his/her individual healthcare needs.

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While there is no way to anticipate the amount of pain you will experience, arriving with certain amount of determination will almost certainly guarantee you that it won’t hurt as nearly as much as you expected.

Getting a tattoo involves piercing the skin, and so there is going to be some pain involved, no matter how small the tattoo and no matter where it is on your body. The amount and type of pain experienced is highly variable depending on each individual’s tolerance to and acceptance of pain.

While tattooing, the needles puncture the skin at a very fast rate and at a variable depth. The outline is usually the most painful work, because the needles are being used to create a nice solid black line that will define the tattoo, and so it is inserted deeply and carefully to ensure complete and effective coverage. The shading is usually not as painful, but this also depends upon the depth of penetration and the desired effect.

The pain you feel is generally as a slight burning or hot scratching sensation. Generally, the tattoo is more painful if applied to areas of the body where there is less muscle and fatty tissue covering bone, like wrists, ankles, chests, and other normally sensitive body areas. Upper arms are usually the least painful, while the ankles and sternum can be quite sensitive.

The tattoo pain is certainly not unbearable, here are some tips for coping with and minimizing the pain:

Find a reputable tattooist that you feel comfortable with to get the tattoo work done, the confidence you get from a tattooist can minimize your pain to the highest.

Don’t show up drunk or on drugs.

Go in with some determination and accept the fact that a few hours of discomfort without giving the tattooist a hard time will help ensure that you get a first-rate tattoo.

If you feel you can’t take the pain anymore, tell your tattooist. Take a short break, or come back in a few days.
Tattoos don’t have to be applied all in one sitting. Break up your session if needed.

Listen to music or let your imagination go wild during the procedure, a certain degree of distraction set by your self will help you put less concentration on the pain.

After all, the pain you experience while getting tattooed is a unique and certainly bearable pain. Take the opportunity to enjoy a new and unique experience that will mark the emergence of a “new you” from the tattoo studio.

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There are not lack of directories of tattoo studios and tattoo shops. So it is not hard to “find tattoo studio” per-se. However, it is difficult to tell which one has good tattoo artist and equipment.

After you’ve flipped your list of tattoo studios, the next thing to do is to visit them. Before you even enter a studio, get in your head that you are THE customer, and don’t let anyone or the atmosphere intimidate you. A lot of tattoo studios are a small, a little dark and the people inside has all sorts of fierce looking tattoos. Go in confidently and look around. If you meet with mean artists, leave immediately. Getting a tattoo should be a pleasant event.

Next, do take a look around the shop. Akin yourself to window shopping. Look at the neatness of the stop. It is likely that there will be pictures and Flash (tatoo designs) all over the walls. There may also be price list and regulations. Look for signs that indicate sanitation. This is important in an age of infectious disease

If your have a good general feel, speak to the tattoo artist. Most of them are very helpful, especially when they know that you’re having your first tattoo. Do note that however, they should not be your source of information for everything. You should have done your research on general tattoo stuff before you look for an artist.

If you’re convince that you’ve found a nice artist, do ask to see their portfolio. Do not be impressed by illustrations. They are usually purchased from other artists who might not even do the tattoo job itself. You need to verify the work of your artist. The portfolio is a collection of photos of the artist’s work. If they don’t have one, beware.

Another way is to watch the end product live. If you’re lucky, you might see a new customer with his or her new tattoo done. That’s the best assessment you can get.

Some people think that it is bit rude to ask to see the artist’s work. Rest assure, all good artist will be more than happy to show you their work. If you’re proud of your work, why would you be upset. Remember this is a piece of art that is on Your body, and will last a long long time.

When looking at the pictures, check a few things 1) The lines should be clean and well-defined? 2) Are the borders uniform in width? 3) Are the colors realistic and bright? 4) Are the proportions correct?

If the tattoo artist has passed all these, and most importantly, you feel good about the artist. It’s time to go ahead with your first piece of art.

P.S. As I’ve mentioned before, do you research before visiting your artist. Get some designs and choose roughly what you want. Better still, if you like a design, print it out and show your tattoo artist. Most people need at least a few hours before they choose the design for such an important event.

Best Wishes to you, my tattoo friend

Gin Blanker, Tattoo Artist for 12 Years, now runs a tatttoo design studio. www.tattoo123.blogspot.com

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