Tattoo and Pierced Tribe II - Page 7

[Hannahsmummy]

Originally Posted by Collinsky

I think I found my dream tat. If only I could win Lotto so I could maybe get it! How many sessions do you think it would take to complete? It's just too gorgeous.

Wow, that is gorgeous, isn't it?

[Collinsky]

Originally Posted by Hannahsmummy

Wow, that is gorgeous, isn't it?

Yep. I have a couple ideas for some modification to it, but I love the water and the lotuses and the use of negative space.

Would it be a good idea for me to go talk to an artist anytime soon, so I can get an idea of exactly what I want and what it will cost? Or should I wait until I'm closer to ready to get started? (I'm about six months from getting it done.)

[Hannahsmummy]

Originally Posted by Collinsky

Would it be a good idea for me to go talk to an artist anytime soon, so I can get an idea of exactly what I want and what it will cost? Or should I wait until I'm closer to ready to get started? (I'm about six months from getting it done.)

Personally, when I got my last one which is fairly large, I wanted to know ahead of time what I was getting in for money and time wise. It can't hurt to go and talk to someone. Plus you'll get a feel for who you want to do it as well.

[Susana]

someone encourage me!!

today is mybd (41, thank you) and I have an appt set for tomorrow night for a tatt. I'm supposed to be getting a sizey spider mum on my right shoulder with a curving vine sweeping out of it so I can add 2 more flowers eventually.

Now I am starting to re-think it because I am going to be applying for jobs here in the near future and everyone I have talked to in real life thinks I won't get hired if I have a big tattoo on my arm.

is that true?
can't I just cover it up with long sleeves and such?

dangit. I want the tatt pretty dang bad, but should I not do it???

[CanidFL]

Oooh I just found this tribe! I am in the process of getting ready for my second tatt. I have someone doing a sketch right now. His work is amazing and I’m really hoping it’s what I’m looking for. I go pick it up today.

So I am getting a lotus flower that will have a baby curled up in the middle. The lotus represents a new beginning for my becoming a mom, starting a new career as a midwife and all the new moms and babies I will be helping. I will also have 2 butterflies flying around it to represent DH and DS.

I saw that pic linked above with the water and I love it! Although, I’m not sure if I want to go that big. I told the artist that I wouldn’t object to some water under the flower. This is going on my lower back.

Do you think it’s alright to post the sketch here? If it’s not breaking any rules, I will do that today. (I just found out how to link to sketches )

[bettie cracker]

Originally Posted by Susana

someone encourage me!!

today is mybd (41, thank you) and I have an appt set for tomorrow night for a tatt. I'm supposed to be getting a sizey spider mum on my right shoulder with a curving vine sweeping out of it so I can add 2 more flowers eventually.

Now I am starting to re-think it because I am going to be applying for jobs here in the near future and everyone I have talked to in real life thinks I won't get hired if I have a big tattoo on my arm.

is that true?
can't I just cover it up with long sleeves and such?

dangit. I want the tatt pretty dang bad, but should I not do it???

That depends on what kind of job you are looking for, how low the tattoo will go down your arm, etc. If this is your first tattoo, you might want to just start with your shoulder and think about it some more. Then you can always keep adding.

[changingseasons]

Originally Posted by Susana

someone encourage me!!

today is mybd (41, thank you) and I have an appt set for tomorrow night for a tatt. I'm supposed to be getting a sizey spider mum on my right shoulder with a curving vine sweeping out of it so I can add 2 more flowers eventually.

Now I am starting to re-think it because I am going to be applying for jobs here in the near future and everyone I have talked to in real life thinks I won't get hired if I have a big tattoo on my arm.

is that true?
can't I just cover it up with long sleeves and such?

dangit. I want the tatt pretty dang bad, but should I not do it???

I say GO FOR IT!! I've never had a problem getting a job with a pretty obvious tattoo on my arm. I do live in a pretty liberal area of the country though, so it might depend on where you live. But I think overall, employers aren't really concerned about that unless you're applying to be a product spokesperson or something...

[redveg]

Hi everyone, I am subbing to this tribe.. I am so glad I found it. I have two tattoos, I am going to get more. I have all the following pierced.. Nose, Monroe, ears 5 times in right 6 times in left. I am done with being pierced, not because I want to, but dh doesn't like it. He doesn't mind the tattoos though. I am getting something Celtic for my next one, I just have to find a good, on great artist.. Know of any in my area anyone??

[shelbean91]

I've been reading through these threads off and on for a while. I'm 35 and only have my ears pierced (once) and I've been thinking of getting a tattoo, but can never seem to come up with something I like permanently. So, now, I'm considering getting something pierced- not sure what. I always feel like I'm too old to start this stuff now- but then I think 'why not?'

[Maeve]

I'm 30 (will be 31 in Sept.) and I just got my industrial, my second nostril, and I'm stretching my lobes. Your never to old for something you think is beautiful.

[CaliMommie]

Hi! I am 27, and I have 4 tattoos so far. I want at least 2 more. DH says I'm gonna eventually look like the tattoo grandma! I used to have my bellybutton pierced (twice actually), as well as my tongue, but have since taken them out. My ears are pierced as well.
Pics of my tattoos

[redveg]

Originally Posted by shelbean91

I've been reading through these threads off and on for a while. I'm 35 and only have my ears pierced (once) and I've been thinking of getting a tattoo, but can never seem to come up with something I like permanently. So, now, I'm considering getting something pierced- not sure what. I always feel like I'm too old to start this stuff now- but then I think 'why not?'

I got my first tattoo when I was 34. I got my nose pierced when I was 41, and my monroe 6 months ago. You are never too old!

[CanidFL]

Ok I know this image is pretty poor quality but it’s the sketch paper.

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o...odesign001.jpg

What do you ladies think? I LOVE it. I might cut the butterflies to half that size though. I am scheduled for next Friday but I might need to split it up into 2 sessions. He said it will be 3 hours and anywhere from $350-$450! Yikes. I only have $250 atm. Birthday money YAY! So I think I will do the flower first then the butterflies in October. I am not thrilled about going through the healing twice. But on the other hand, I would be nervous about sitting through 3 hours of tattooing. I’m afraid of the pain. What do you ladies think? Coming up with $200 is going to be really tough so I don’t know if I have much of an option.

[redveg]

Originally Posted by CanidFL

Ok I know this image is pretty poor quality but it’s the sketch paper.

http://i117.photobucket.com/albums/o...odesign001.jpg

What do you ladies think? I LOVE it. I might cut the butterflies to half that size though. I am scheduled for next Friday but I might need to split it up into 2 sessions. He said it will be 3 hours and anywhere from $350-$450! Yikes. I only have $250 atm. Birthday money YAY! So I think I will do the flower first then the butterflies in October. I am not thrilled about going through the healing twice. But on the other hand, I would be nervous about sitting through 3 hours of tattooing. I’m afraid of the pain. What do you ladies think? Coming up with $200 is going to be really tough so I don’t know if I have much of an option.

I think it's beautiful.

[SeekingSleep]

Hey mamas! Not sure I really qualify as tattoed and pierced YET but I'm hoping soon to get a tat! Right now I only have my ears pierced and stretched to an 8g getting ready to stretch to a 6g.

Originally Posted by Kitsune6

Ancient Arts in Renton

I went to J and he is BEYOND awesome!

DH and I always drive by that place and have been thinking of checking them out for our tats should we ever get to the point that we can do them! Nice to hear a great review about it!!

[littleaugustbaby]

Hi everyone - I hope it's ok if I jump in with a question!

My DD will be 5 in a couple of weeks, and she wants to get her ears pierced for her birthday. I have no problem with this, but I want to do it safely. I had heard about the APP from someone, and I checked out their website, but there is nobody in my area from their list. Are there other ways to find reliable piercers? Will piercers do her ears at this age? Is it a bad idea to do her ears while she is so young? I'd love to do this for her, but only if it can be done the right way. I would love any advice!

[Susana]

thanks for the replies This will be my second tatt. I love my first but am frustrated by it being hidden most of the time, hence the longing for something more visible!!

I think I am going to do it. I mean, do I really want to work for a company that doesn't think I am fantastic with ink? No.

Plus, I've had a crap year.
and I want the tattoo.

I go tonight!!:

[Maeve]

Originally Posted by littleaugustbaby

Hi everyone - I hope it's ok if I jump in with a question!

My DD will be 5 in a couple of weeks, and she wants to get her ears pierced for her birthday. I have no problem with this, but I want to do it safely. I had heard about the APP from someone, and I checked out their website, but there is nobody in my area from their list. Are there other ways to find reliable piercers? Will piercers do her ears at this age? Is it a bad idea to do her ears while she is so young? I'd love to do this for her, but only if it can be done the right way. I would love any advice!

This is just my opinion based on what I've read and been told by piercers I have talked to. I would personally wait until she's a bit older. What is proper placement now may not be proper placement when she's older. Also, healing can sometimes be tricky at such a young age.
Most piercers I have talked to said they would not pierce a child that young due to placement, healing, etc. The last piercer I went you said he would maybe consider doing my oldest dd's ears (she's 10) but even he said he would prefer to wait a couple more years.

[SeekingSleep]

Originally Posted by Maeve

This is just my opinion based on what I've read and been told by piercers I have talked to. I would personally wait until she's a bit older. What is proper placement now may not be proper placement when she's older. Also, healing can sometimes be tricky at such a young age.
Most piercers I have talked to said they would not pierce a child that young due to placement, healing, etc. The last piercer I went you said he would maybe consider doing my oldest dd's ears (she's 10) but even he said he would prefer to wait a couple more years.

ITA I was *Forced* to wait until I was 12 and then my mom took me to the mall...they screwed up big time, used baby earings, and when my lobes swelled they closed over the tops of the earings and I had to have the dr take them out. Now, obviously a professional peircing place would be MUCH better than a stand in the middle of the mall, but I'm glad I waited until I was 16 to get them redone. At 5 I don't think I'd understand the pain aspect of it as much as if I were older. just my 2 cents.

[redveg]

I had my ears pierced the old fashion way, my mom 2 drinks in her, me at the kitchen table with a potato behind my ear. I took dd's when they were 10. Actually my sis took them as a b-day present. Their ears look good.