Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Design Consultations for Tattoos

By Kenneth Manley


Once you have decided that it is time to get a tattoo, there are several things to keep in mind. The first is the design of the tattoo. People often are unsure of what type of tattoo to get. Things like Mickey Mouse or a heart with an old flame's name on them can really cause a problem later in life, especially if you no longer enjoy those topics.

Many individuals do not want to choose just anything, though. They want to be part of the process of creating this piece of art that will adorn their body for years to come. This is why you will want to set up a design consultation with a tattoo artist prior to going in for the appointment.

Most tattoo artists will be happy to work with you to create the right type of tattoo for your lifestyle, interests or for the particular occasion. Most people only get one to three tattoos in their lifetime, so each one has to be special. The design consultation allows that to happen.

First, scope out a tattoo parlor you are happy to use. It should be clean and friendly. There is no need to go to a seedy location that is dirty. In fact, it can be troublesome for your health to do so. Once you have found the right tattoo parlor, look for an artist that you like and one that has time to work with you.

The next step is simply to get the process started. They will talk with you about your ideas. What do you see your tattoo looking like? What colors do you like? What theme should it have? If the tattoo will be symbolic of a special event that happened in your life, let the tattoo artist know that. They will work with you to understand not only the picture, but also the feelings behind the tattoo. Sometimes, this can make the most difference to individuals in the final piece of art.

A design consultation usually ends with the tattoo artist going to work on your design. This process takes some time. The overall goal is to provide you with a mock up in all the details you would like, down to the color. Once the artist completes the design process, they will need to come back to you for approval. Then, it is time to schedule a time for the tattoo to be applied.




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