Do you have a tattoo?
Discussion
Brads67 said:
Porridge GTI said:
I have no tattoos and never will. A very small number number look good but in the main either detract from what is already an attractive body or fail to adorn what is already unattractive. There are doubtless some very talented tattoo artists and great designs but that doesn’t change the foregoing.
In your opinion off course.ben5575 said:
You're obviously not cool enough 
I have a decent sized piece by Math. Not sure if the trash polka style is your thing but he's done a slightly different take on a sound wave tattoo: https://www.instagram.com/p/BD-Kd-xQ6tP/
Love that! I have a decent sized piece by Math. Not sure if the trash polka style is your thing but he's done a slightly different take on a sound wave tattoo: https://www.instagram.com/p/BD-Kd-xQ6tP/
Porridge GTI said:
Why are so many tattoos skulls, roses, thorns, barbed wire, crucifixes and so on? Life isn’t that gothic. Get one of something nice like the Alps or your dog. Maybe even your new phone or car.
Over my many years, and the years historically previous, to m my knowledge a Skull, Rose, Thorn, Barbed Wire or Crucifix haven’t much changed. Quite classic unmistakable shapes. My phone and car however...Mikebentley said:
Isn’t that Japanese back piece a sleeve or piece of clothing? It appears to have seams at the collar and bottom edge.
I think it is real, the top seams are fine lines, at the bottom a part of the wearer´s underpants is visble.I have never seen such intricate work, and would like to see if the artist just got the right depth,
to ink the layer of skin that does not grow, move or distort much over time, would be a shame to blur the lines into a black blob.
Only time can tell, would be interesting to know how old the inkwork is at the time the photo was taken,
and how many hours this piece took in the studio.
Gretchen said:
Porridge GTI said:
Why are so many tattoos skulls, roses, thorns, barbed wire, crucifixes and so on? Life isn’t that gothic. Get one of something nice like the Alps or your dog. Maybe even your new phone or car.
Over my many years, and the years historically previous, to m my knowledge a Skull, Rose, Thorn, Barbed Wire or Crucifix haven’t much changed. Quite classic unmistakable shapes. My phone and car however...Benni said:
I think it is real, the top seams are fine lines, at the bottom a part of the wearer´s underpants is visble.
I have never seen such intricate work, and would like to see if the artist just got the right depth,
to ink the layer of skin that does not grow, move or distort much over time, would be a shame to blur the lines into a black blob.
Only time can tell, would be interesting to know how old the inkwork is at the time the photo was taken,
and how many hours this piece took in the studio.
If you click on the Instagram link, the details are under each picture. She typically does a full arm sleeve in 3 days, often consecutive. I have never seen such intricate work, and would like to see if the artist just got the right depth,
to ink the layer of skin that does not grow, move or distort much over time, would be a shame to blur the lines into a black blob.
Only time can tell, would be interesting to know how old the inkwork is at the time the photo was taken,
and how many hours this piece took in the studio.
I reckon I could handle that, but a 3 day chest piece - not a chance without general anaesthesia!
For those of you who follow the tattoo scene, any recommendations for a uk based artist sho could design and ink something along these lines (pardon the pun):
http://lisaorth.com/tattoos.html
I want either a half sleeve or full sleeve, completely encircling around the my arm. Woodcut linework only. I might consider travelling to LA to have this done by the artist linked, but wondered who else there is who is more easily accessible.
http://lisaorth.com/tattoos.html
I want either a half sleeve or full sleeve, completely encircling around the my arm. Woodcut linework only. I might consider travelling to LA to have this done by the artist linked, but wondered who else there is who is more easily accessible.
shirt said:
For those of you who follow the tattoo scene, any recommendations for a uk based artist sho could design and ink something along these lines (pardon the pun):
http://lisaorth.com/tattoos.html
I want either a half sleeve or full sleeve, completely encircling around the my arm. Woodcut linework only. I might consider travelling to LA to have this done by the artist linked, but wondered who else there is who is more easily accessible.
A few who I follow who do black linework that may be able to helphttp://lisaorth.com/tattoos.html
I want either a half sleeve or full sleeve, completely encircling around the my arm. Woodcut linework only. I might consider travelling to LA to have this done by the artist linked, but wondered who else there is who is more easily accessible.
Brighton based - https://instagram.com/staygoodtom
Norwich based - https://instagram.com/thomasbatestattoo
London based - https://instagram.com/marthasmithtattoo
Popped down earlier to get it done, but he wasn't happy with how it was turning out on paperwork. He tried for 90 minutes with different ideas, but he wasn't 100% happy with them. Had a look at some other ideas, scripts of the lyrics or a possible portrait.
Back to the drawing board.
Back to the drawing board.
shirt said:
For those of you who follow the tattoo scene, any recommendations for a uk based artist sho could design and ink something along these lines (pardon the pun):
http://lisaorth.com/tattoos.html
I want either a half sleeve or full sleeve, completely encircling around the my arm. Woodcut linework only. I might consider travelling to LA to have this done by the artist linked, but wondered who else there is who is more easily accessible.
Despite talking trash polka on the previous page, most of mine are this style. Thumbsnap not working atm so can't upload photos but here's a link to my first ever by Dan Morris. It's on flickr which will give you an idea of how long ago it was! https://www.flickr.com/photos/danmorristattoo/9650...http://lisaorth.com/tattoos.html
I want either a half sleeve or full sleeve, completely encircling around the my arm. Woodcut linework only. I might consider travelling to LA to have this done by the artist linked, but wondered who else there is who is more easily accessible.
For big lines try https://www.instagram.com/p/BsBkYFWDDit/ His more recent stuff is colour, but his earlier stuff if more like your link - some would say a couple of her pieces are 'inspired by' Kola...
In no particular order, mostly UK, some western europe:
https://www.instagram.com/papanatos/
https://www.instagram.com/mowgli_artist/
https://www.instagram.com/mishlatattooillustration...
https://www.instagram.com/novemberoakbranch/
https://www.instagram.com/leabrds/
https://www.instagram.com/henbohenning/ (although in NYC)
https://www.instagram.com/silly.jane/
ben5575 said:
shirt said:
For those of you who follow the tattoo scene, any recommendations for a uk based artist sho could design and ink something along these lines (pardon the pun):
http://lisaorth.com/tattoos.html
I want either a half sleeve or full sleeve, completely encircling around the my arm. Woodcut linework only. I might consider travelling to LA to have this done by the artist linked, but wondered who else there is who is more easily accessible.
Despite talking trash polka on the previous page, most of mine are this style. Thumbsnap not working atm so can't upload photos but here's a link to my first ever by Dan Morris. It's on flickr which will give you an idea of how long ago it was! https://www.flickr.com/photos/danmorristattoo/9650...http://lisaorth.com/tattoos.html
I want either a half sleeve or full sleeve, completely encircling around the my arm. Woodcut linework only. I might consider travelling to LA to have this done by the artist linked, but wondered who else there is who is more easily accessible.
For big lines try https://www.instagram.com/p/BsBkYFWDDit/ His more recent stuff is colour, but his earlier stuff if more like your link - some would say a couple of her pieces are 'inspired by' Kola...
In no particular order, mostly UK, some western europe:
https://www.instagram.com/papanatos/
https://www.instagram.com/mowgli_artist/
https://www.instagram.com/mishlatattooillustration...
https://www.instagram.com/novemberoakbranch/
https://www.instagram.com/leabrds/
https://www.instagram.com/henbohenning/ (although in NYC)
https://www.instagram.com/silly.jane/
Thanks for the suggestions and links, much appreciated.
How much do you reckon for a full sleeve of that quality, and the hours required? All those would mean jumping on a plane for me so i’d need it done in one hit (guess easier as there is no colour filling). Price is far less important than quality but good to know the ballpark.
Ps - so much for ‘just the one’ tattoo....
How much do you reckon for a full sleeve of that quality, and the hours required? All those would mean jumping on a plane for me so i’d need it done in one hit (guess easier as there is no colour filling). Price is far less important than quality but good to know the ballpark.
Ps - so much for ‘just the one’ tattoo....
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