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Got this Panther head by Fergus Simms a couple of days ago and had the Flaming torch by Johan Ingemar done about a month ago , I also took these photos of my current progress ,still got a while to go14 points
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Plainskins say the darndest things...
Flora&Sons and 9 others reacted to Pleadco for a topic
My 9 year old daughter, after learning how much her grandmother hates tattoos, told me, "well, that's her problem then." :)10 points -
WE GOT IT! So fucking stoked!7 points
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Ah what, the hell, I'll give this a try this month. This was done by Thomas Hooper in five sessions between October 2012 and June 2013, mostly at Saved but with one session at the Rochester Convention:7 points
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I think I met someone, he's pretty nice, not sure where this is going, but enjoying myself for now :)6 points
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Do you like these tattoos
Duffa and 4 others reacted to CultExciter for a topic
they see me trollin' they hatin... i really wish we would we wouldn't justify this clown with any response.5 points -
Do you like these tattoos
daveborjes and 4 others reacted to Dumpleton for a topic
Check out the galleries and look at some good tattoos in there.5 points -
My father, who has no tattoos and is Catholic, asked me what would happen if I met the perfect man but he hated my tattoos... My response :"If he is the perfect man, then he'd love my tattoos." He also used to teach me as a kid that tattoos will make you go to hell, but has since reversed his opinion on that.5 points
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Great idea for a thread! I'm sure I'll think of many things to add to this thread but the first one that comes to mind is how this plainskinned girl at work was asking about my tattoos and she was super complimentary about them, really appreciated that they're nice, well made tattoos and then she commented that I clearly cared a lot about my tattoos "unlike those other people who get them on dares". Other than the fact that it seems most people who have a tattoo or two put way too much thought and meaning into their tattoos, I am kind of offended by the comment because I would get a tattoo on a dare.5 points
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Plainskins say the darndest things...
KBeee and 3 others reacted to TrixieFaux for a topic
Things people say to us about our tattoos have been mentioned in many threads, but I thought it might be fun to read quick snippets of what people say all in one place. We were just on a 2 week trip visiting family in MA & CT. We swung by Custom Cobra while in MA, nice shop but we didn't get any tattoos. Here are a couple one liners from the trip: MIL to hubby, "You're thinking of getting another one?" That struck me as funny because of the word one. FIL to hubby during same conversation, "You know what they say...sometimes less is more!" My friend's little 5-year-old son saw my arm and was impressed with the tiger (his favorite animal) but still said, "You're gonna be sorry." My friend told me he got that from his uncle. I set him straight. Friend of my husband's family saw my sleeve and asked, "Is that a real tattoo?" None of the comments were mean-spirited and I'm not easily offended, they were just kind of funny to me.4 points -
Learning to Draw...
Delicious and 3 others reacted to Stewart Robson for a topic
Mental effort. Hard work and repetition. In my opinion drawing (like most 'creative' endeavours) is roughly: 30% physical, 60% mental (around two thirds of this percentage is learning to 'see' the rest is thinking and analysing) 10% talent.4 points -
Chris Garver did this punk rock girl on my calf today. He's a seriously nice guy and a total pleasure to be tattooed by. I'm absolutely thrilled with the result. Loving the Docs!4 points
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Cat Pictures
Eilin and 3 others reacted to CultExciter for a topic
This is how I spend my leisure time:4 points -
Plainskins say the darndest things...
Genie of the West and 2 others reacted to Tight-Lines for a topic
I agree. Eagles, wolves and badass roses need to explanation other than "Because its cool".3 points -
"So you must watch Ink Master/ Miami Ink/ or other tattoo TV show, right?!" "You have tattoos by more than one artist?! How does that make the artists feel? Are they angry?"3 points
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I would have told him, yeah, my cellmate said the same thing.3 points
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I've got an appointment with Paul Dobleman in September, planning on getting a girls head on my thigh. Depending on finances I really want to get back to Frith Street Street to get my other calf started,it's looking a bit bare next to its tattooed partner :-)3 points
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Plainskins say the darndest things...
Freddie and 2 others reacted to ShawnPorter for a topic
im going to be the grumpy old curmudgeon who offers nothing to the thread on topic save for mentioning my absolute hatred of the term plainskin. My friend Shannon tried to start that as a phrase years ago, not sure if this is the ripple from that, but its like fingernails on a chalkboard to me. Sorry for interrupting.3 points -
I get a lot of "I never would've guessed you have tattoos!" often followed by something along the lines of "but you look so nice!!"3 points
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Do you like these tattoos
ironchef and 2 others reacted to slayer9019 for a topic
No I do not. I also don't understand what you are trying to get at with this thread.3 points -
Learning to Draw...
irezumi and 2 others reacted to Shannon Shirley for a topic
wow that's quite a question.....perseverence from an early age.....tattooing is not a reason to start drawing in my opinion, drawing for the sake of drawing ,awesome....but I should hope that's not youre angle.3 points -
July 2013 Tattoo of the Month Contest
Rough Operator and 2 others reacted to hogg for a topic
Congrats on winning! Please know that we'll cut the sleeves off before sending out your shirt. Can't be hiding any part of that sleeve.3 points -
August 2013 Tattoo of the Month Contest
McAstronaut and 2 others reacted to Wilhell for a topic
This monster of a kirin is a oneshot from Marius Meyer.3 points -
Full Back Piece Thread
Zillah and 2 others reacted to benlucastattoos for a topic
I know this probably doesn't count for this thread, however I thought I would share Tanners front piece that wraps to his aforementioned back piece. eyeofjadetattoo.com3 points -
Plainskins say the darndest things...
Flora&Sons and one other reacted to AverageJer for a topic
I think the "meaning" issue is a real barrier for people when it comes to getting tattoos. At least it was for me. Before I had any tattoos I kind of didn't bother because I didn't know what I would get that would have enough meaning to have it written into my skin. My first tattoo was about my family a couple of years after the birth of my daughter. With my next few tattoos I was still kind of over thinking it and coming up with wild stories to tell myself about why what I wanted was a good idea. Now that I am more comfortable with tattoos in general (I've realized that nothing horrible has happened) I am more able to find enough meaning in just thinking it's cool.2 points -
Do you like these tattoos
Duffa and one other reacted to gougetheeyes for a topic
Nope, we sure didn't. @Delicious this never happened, rest easy! But good to know that @Nagua ... you'll be done here today.2 points -
July 2013 Tattoo of the Month Contest
hogg and one other reacted to slayer9019 for a topic
He doesnt need sleeves on his shirt he already has one!2 points -
Instead of plainskin, my buddy calls them Rawhides. :p2 points
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Too bad you didn't learn anything about etiquette in all that time. Wrong again. We like Delicious. You ... not so much. P.S. You're friends are wrong, those tattoos are not good.2 points
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Full Back Piece Thread
Brock Varty and one other reacted to Pleadco for a topic
In the process of hunting down artists in the northwest who do Japanese traditional (for the purpose of eventually starting a back piece) I came across this gentleman from Vancouver, BC. http://www.waterstreettattoo.com/tattoos (Stace) A couple of examples.2 points -
If you ignore the subject matter and just look at the work, you will see washed out color. A few of the tattoos look like they are 15 years old. Line work is inconsistent, and some of it is strangely drawn. The last dragon is really odd. What is going on with the belly scales? It looks like and over stuffed sausage ready to pop.2 points
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But his wife is from the Dominican Republic......... Btw, did you know his wife is from the Dominican Republic?2 points
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Who do you think deserves some recognition?
irezumi and one other reacted to HaydenRose for a topic
I've been digging some new (to me) women tattooers as of late... Guen Douglas Annie Frenzel Jasmine Wright Emily Rose Murray Kim Ahn Nguyen Alix Ge Mark me a feminist, but I love getting tattooed by women being one myself. :)2 points -
Plainskins say the darndest things...
Duffa and one other reacted to HaydenRose for a topic
I had a similar experience where I answered the door wearing a dress and my neighbor was like "I never thought a conservative woman like yourself would have tattoos." I responded with "what makes you think I'm conservative? And why can't classy ladies get tattooed?" He has a hard time answering considering you shouldn't judge people after only talking to them once or twice!2 points -
Plainskins say the darndest things...
jody9981 and one other reacted to TrixieFaux for a topic
sorry @ShawnPorter, it cracks me up. I learned it here, along with squidpants, though I've never used that one in a sentence until just now. I find it to be a pretty good quick way to describe a non-tattooed person. It is impossible to please everyone w/our word choices. I get it, there are plenty of words that annoy me, too.2 points -
You would probably get more response without the attitude. That's an honest opinion. And no I don't like them. Too generic.2 points
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Plainskins say the darndest things...
ieatass4free and one other reacted to AverageJer for a topic
This is not something that has explicitly been said but I get a strong sense that my family thinks my wife's tattoos are cool because she is an artist but my tattoos are dumb because I'm just a regular guy who suddenly started getting tattooed at age 38.2 points -
Plainskins say the darndest things...
TattooedMumma and one other reacted to Therinx for a topic
"Does it feel funny?", followed by "Can i touch it?" Never say that unless you're prepared for a dirty response. :D2 points -
I am a total nerd, I spent a bit of time at .@thinkinktattoos (THINK INK GALLERY) 's Instagram photos | Webstagram - the best Instagram viewer today and got to catch up on the guys travels and some tattoo history. I realize some of you get to do this often but it genuinely was a great time for me. I would have been happy to spend the whole afternoon talking tattoos but didnt want to be a "hang around"2 points
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Anyone have any good ideas for a cover up?
Graeme and one other reacted to Shannon Shirley for a topic
yes find a good tattooer....2 points -
Plainskins say the darndest things...
gougetheeyes and one other reacted to Diehardonvhs for a topic
"Do your sleeves keep your arms warm?" "Are they done with ink?" "How long do they last?" And the only one that annoyed me "Why are you covered in tattoos if you can't change them?" (after I told this guy, who was looking to get tattooed, that you can't just remove them and replace them with a different design if you change your mind for any reason)2 points -
Rio DeGennaro Benefit August 19, 2013
Brock Varty and one other reacted to Ms. Mikki for a topic
We are having a benefit to raise some money for Rio and his family. He was recently diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. The benefit is August 19th at the White Owl Social Club. Thanks to Relapse records and Sizzle Pie. Talent by: Poison Idea, Witchburn, Justin Kagan and friends(members of the oregon symphony), the Peacock's eye belly dancers. There will be a silent auction and raffle. FOR BREVITY: Rio DeGennaro started tattooing in 1962 under the watchful eye of his father, Lou Lewis, and legendary tattooer, Bert Grimm. Over the next 50 years, Rio travelled from the Pike on Long Beach, to San Diego, to San Jose, and New York, until finally settling in the Pacific Northwest. In 2002, he joined former student, Don Deaton, at Sea Tramp Tattoo Company, After taking over the Sea Tramp Tattoo School in 2003, and renaming it the Oregon School of Tattoo Arts, Rio continues to educate and instruct the next generation of Oregon tattooers, He encompassing all aspects of the tattoo history, process, and business, and helps new tattooers lay their ground in Oregon.2 points -
Something a bit different to the tattoos you usually see on here. I know you guys love the Traditional stuff, but I like too many different styles to stick to just one :) Tattoo by Remis Cizauskas who works out of Dublin Ireland, but is currently "On The Road" guest spotting and attending conventions worldwide.2 points
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Post awesome things you have been doing recently
Iwar and one other reacted to cltattooing for a topic
I live in an apartment building that has rooftop access. Sometimes it's really nice to go up there in the morning with a cup of coffee and just look at the bay.2 points -
this forum is the friendliest "tattoo" forum around
Blaue reacted to SacramentoDan for a topic
I looked at some other online discussion tattoo forums for a while, and most of them were just filled with negative rude people, online discussion forums are not new to me,I have belonged to computer/home theater/audio video/canine,etc,etc,a couple for 10 years now, so thanks to all here for making this one a friendly,enjoyable,& comfortable place to hangout.1 point -
Plainskins say the darndest things...
Duffa reacted to Hospitelli for a topic
A recent conversation with a "non-tattooed being" friend of mine; Friend: Why in the world would you get a severed head tattooed on your chest? Me: You're asking the wrong question. Why wouldn't I get a severed head tattooed on my chest? I also get asked what my tattoos symbolize/mean and a majority of people when I tell them that they have no meaning tend to be shocked. How can you put something on your body and not have it mean anything? I blame that way of thinking towards tattoos solely on Miami Ink where everyone had some crazy story to go with why they are getting it done and what it means to them just for the sake of good television, when in reality this isn't the case. Some people just love the imagery and tattoos in general.1 point -
Ink Masters
Delicious reacted to HaydenRose for a topic
Another reason I feel for the people who sign up to get tattooed on this show *shudder* On another note, while Best Ink is pretty horrible too, the judges tear all the contestants new assholes every episode because all of their tattoos consistently suck and the judges know it. That at least makes the show interesting to watch. And some of the contestants are decent artists (usually 1 or 2 which spoils who is going to make it to the end)1 point -
Make up a weird book title
Beth reacted to joakim urma for a topic
Down in the basement, alone with the hip bones - an introduction to Elliot Smith for the severely handicapped1 point -
Full Back Piece Thread
Zillah reacted to benlucastattoos for a topic
Tanners dragon and koi full back piece by Ben Lucas. Professional Tattooing & Piercing | Chico, Ca | Eye Of Jade Tattoo1 point -
this forum is the friendliest "tattoo" forum around
Synesthesia reacted to tatB for a topic
I think the most important lesson I learned from LST is normal, "boring", everyday people are usually the ones getting the awesome tattoos from talented artists. Before coming here I had the silly idea that only creative types with interesting jobs and exciting lives got the best tattoos.1 point