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July 2013 Tattoo of the Month Contest
Eilin and 13 others reacted to jacobyoung for a topic
Got tattooed by Adam Warmerdam last week. So I'll throw this in the mix.14 points -
Upcoming Tattoos
chrisnoluck and 7 others reacted to ian for a topic
Headed up to San Francisco with the homie @Iwar for an appt with GRIME on September 19 :D8 points -
Seattle Shop Tour
jimmyirish and 6 others reacted to Avery Taylor for a topic
Matt started this tattoo last weekend. Pretty much every other tattoo that you can half see in the photo is by Matt as well. Sorry it is showing up sideways, but I am absolute shit with a computer.7 points -
I was lucky enough to get tattooed by Valerie Vargas the other day as planned. Left arm. Elbow upwards. Should be finished early September.4 points
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"Tattoo Collector" ?????
Illiad86 and 3 others reacted to Bunny Switchblade for a topic
It doesn't matter what you call yourself or what others call you........just get good, solid tattoos....and enjoy yourself while you are doing it!4 points -
I was riding the bus to work this morning and even though the bus was full and people were standing, there was one empty seat...the one right next to me. I believe it was @CultExciter who once said on here that the purpose of visible tattoos was to attract mates and deter foes, so I'm halfway there.4 points
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Dumb Hipster Tattoos
Lionel Cosgrove and 2 others reacted to Graeme for a topic
How horrible that you got a tattoo taken from the highest selling book series of all time and other people got it too. But yeah, claiming to understand things on a much deeper level than everybody else isn't hipster behavior at all.3 points -
If you could pick one tattoo artist...
HaydenRose and 2 others reacted to Our Endless Days for a topic
grez is seriously such an amazing tattooer, and versatile is a very apt word to use in describing his work.3 points -
If you could pick one tattoo artist...
losParanoyas and 2 others reacted to Graeme for a topic
It's funny because I was thinking of the people I've been tattooed by that it might be Seth Wood who I would get all my work from. His tattoos are great, I love how he's doing more and more large scale work and that it is completely fucking awesome, and I really like him as a person. He's funny, easy to get along with, incredibly smart, and he always adds a little bit extra to his tattoos that really set them apart. The tattoo I have from him is only a couple of years old but it's solid as fuck. I'm glad that I don't have to choose only one though.3 points -
If you could pick one tattoo artist...
gougetheeyes and 2 others reacted to ironchef for a topic
I dream about being tattooed by Shige, Horitomo, any of the Horitoshi family, Wendy Pham and a whole slew of other artists. But I am very happy with the tattoo artist who started me on my journey, Henning Jorgensen. He's introduced me to a world of great artists who are as genuine and humble as he is. He's given me beautiful artwork that I'll treasure for a lifetime and just an awesome guy to chat with about life in general. Henning loves tattooing and that's something that I admire about him, his passion for his work. Mike Rubendall is the same way, hence why he and Henning are such good friends. Same minds gravitate to one another. I'm lucky to have work from both and will continue that trend.3 points -
Thanks for having me
cltattooing and one other reacted to RossKing for a topic
Hi guys, my names Ross, I tattoo fulltime at Body Language Tattoo in Fife, Scotland I am a big fan of the LST interviews and finally decided to join the forum. Thanks for having me.2 points -
Seattle Shop Tour
guitguy and one other reacted to cltattooing for a topic
I LOVE LOVE LOVE the lotus crown and the pearl!! fucking brilliant!!2 points -
Getting my left thigh done by Horizakura in September, gonna be a bird (dark eyed Oregon Junco) and a peony or lotus, leaving that up to him since I already have a lotus elsewhere.2 points
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Seattle Shop Tour
Pleadco and one other reacted to CultExciter for a topic
@Avery Taylor incredible. One of my best friends and coworkers moved here from Seattle, and he has amazing work from Matt. I need to jump on this boat.2 points -
July 2013 Tattoo of the Month Contest
cltattooing and one other reacted to hogg for a topic
Goddamn! I saw that one on Instagram and lingered a long while. I absolutely love that collar and lapel flip. It totally makes it.2 points -
In this thread, we commiserate about healing our fresh tattoos.
Delicious and one other reacted to HaydenRose for a topic
I'm hobbling around right now like a penguin... and I'm trying to dry heal this tattoo completely, but its so hard to resist the temptation to put some lotion on it. I must persevere! :/2 points -
Hoping to get a walk up from Aaron Coleman at the Boston Convention at the end of August. Maybe Jay Cavna too...2 points
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Getting my chest done by Capilli Tupou in September while he's guesting at Dan Smith's new shop. Beyond excited!2 points
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If you could pick one tattoo artist...
gougetheeyes and one other reacted to Joe Shit for a topic
If it was just on who's work you like the best at this time,I would also say Seth Wood.I love his style.And I love Regino Gonzales Japanese work,& b&g work.I wish I could start over with a blank canvas,I would like to get a bodysuit from these two guys.2 points -
If you could pick one tattoo artist...
gougetheeyes and one other reacted to smiling.politely for a topic
If I were to stick to just one, it would only be if I were doing a full Japanese bodysuit. That being said, it would be a very difficult choice between Stewart Robson, Mike Rubendall, and Horitomo... I'll say Stewart, though. Once my front is finished and my back is at least outlined, I plan on having Stewart and Mike each do a leg from thigh to knee, so I hope to have at least have a good chunk of tattooing from each of them.2 points -
Yikes! Just booked an appointment with Mario Desa at Great Lakes! This is turning into such a great summer.2 points
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Latest tattoo lowdown.....
KYboy and one other reacted to Aussie Tom for a topic
Got this Grimm tiger yesterday from Fergus Simms. Here is a pic of the three thigh tattoos I have off him so far taken after the appointment. Safe to say I am very happy with all of it.2 points -
July 2013 Tattoo of the Month Contest
Kai Eirik Espedal and one other reacted to Wilhell for a topic
Tebori by Horimasa Tosui in his private studio in Amsterdam. The baku was done at wednesday and the pictures are taken today (sunday).2 points -
If you could pick one tattoo artist...
gougetheeyes reacted to Jack for a topic
Robert Ryan. Ever see something of his that didn't stop you dead in your tracks? I rest my case.1 point -
Tattoo conventions are for anybody interested in tattoos, and I think going to one is a great idea because you'll get not only to see plenty of people's portfolios and their tattoos in person and in one place, but you can talk to tattooers and get their opinions on your cover up, you can get a sense of their personality and so on. You can get tattooed too if you want.1 point
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Dumb Hipster Tattoos
CultExciter reacted to tatB for a topic
If it looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck, then it probably is a duck. but its ok, some ducks are fun to hang out with1 point -
Hello
Mark Bee reacted to RockPriest for a topic
Hello everyone, was looking and reading this forum for some time, finally found urge to register and participate in tattoo threads. About myself, I'm having four tattoos for now, done from this year's January and can't stop from thinking about some more ink. Planning and sketching and having ideas. Think I'm addicted and love each dot of ink on my body. Full sleeve, Full back piece, Full chest plates, Full ribs and may it go on and on1 point -
"Tattoo Collector" ?????
Rikhall reacted to Buffaloathe. for a topic
If a reputable tattooer refers to you as a collector its not a bad thing, its self proclaimed turds that get tattooed by like 3 different people in their hometown that give it a bad name.1 point -
Welcome! Do you have an artist lined up yet? I recomend checking out Josh Arment at The Aloha Monkey. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.352660617569.155993.352646707569&type=31 point
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You're right. I suppose the real problem is saving up enough cash.1 point
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If you could pick one tattoo artist...
gougetheeyes reacted to HaydenRose for a topic
This is tricky. I love all of the work I've gotten by the various artists, but I'm not sure I would stick with only one per se... If I had to choose I would have to say Grez, only because he is so versatile, clean, and a good dude. And I would hate to go anywhere but Kings Ave if I had to choose. A close second would be Seth Wood, but since I haven't gotten any work by him yet I would be hesitant in making that commitment. And like @CultExciter said, so glad I don't have to choose one! That would take the joy out of collecting tattoos for me, to be perfectly honest!1 point -
Post awesome things you have been doing recently
slayer9019 reacted to CultExciter for a topic
Haha. Attract mates, repel rivals/deter foes. This is my seat!1 point -
Custom Built Tattoo Machines by Kevin Riley
cltattooing reacted to Abellve for a topic
I finally got to use the machine and it's great. I did that ToF tattoo and put some work into a back piece. It pushes 7rds into difficult skin with ease. @cltattooing Well, despite the massive pic which makes it look like it weighs five pounds...I don't know actually. It feels substantial but not heavy in use and well balanced, for what it's worth. I could use it all day.1 point -
If you could pick one tattoo artist...
gougetheeyes reacted to ian for a topic
easy, I'd pick Grime. I have a piece in progress from him and I have no room for anything else. I'd like to have Jeff Gogue do my whole head because he's accessible to me but if I could have anyone in the world do it, it would be Filip Leu since Jeff has already tattooed me...1 point -
r/tattoos
Orangutango reacted to Pleadco for a topic
Wading through reddit tattoos can be entertaining but it's a lot like cable television: one or two good shows surrounded by crap.1 point -
Tattooing!
wildchild reacted to cltattooing for a topic
That's good that they had you sign a contract, hopefully that means that they're taking their end of the deal seriously too. Admirable painting volume, keep it up! That rules! I think at the end of the day, it all just comes down to you. What you want and how you go about it. I really really do wish that I had started my apprenticeship learning how to make tattoo equipment and learning how to paint well. There are no words for how much understanding your equipment and designs help your technical ability to apply a tattoo. Well since you're in it full swing at this point, my last piece of advice is to hold off on putting needle to skin for the first year. Build up your work ethic and craft skills first. Good luck in all of this! Really looking forward to watching you progress and contributing to the forum. Cheers!1 point -
Tattooing!
Hands On reacted to cltattooing for a topic
Welcome to LST! So my apprenticeship experience was not too different from what it sounds like you're about to get yourself into. Solid advice: jump ship now, get like 10-20 more tattoos, paint your ass off, and try a better shop. Ideally, a street shop with walk-ins, tons of flash, and artists versed in several styles who do large and small work on a regular basis. I understand that this is rough advice to hear, but I can guarantee that you will have a much easier and much more fun time in your tattoo journey if you take that advice. I fully get what it's like to be young and hungry for it(still am), but you will benefit tenfold throughout the rest of your life if you start out the right way with the right information at your foundations. Or you can do what I did, which is apprentice at the first shop that will take you, start tattooing right away, fuck a lot of people up, not learn shit about your craft, leave half way through your apprenticeship, and then get another job at whatever shop will take you as you figure out how you're going to get good information and further yourself on your own. In the end, whatever you choose to do, it is all going to be difficult. What it mostly comes down to is are you willing to spend the time right now to learn the right way, or do you want to spend the next 5-10 years unlearning what you've been taught and figuring out what's what. Having someone tell you that they will teach you how to tattoo is the most exciting thing in the world! The fact remains that the time spent in a shop for 2 tattoos is not enough time to let you know if it's really something you're ready to be a part of for the rest of your life. Anyway.. sorry for being so preachy. You will decide what's best for you and your life. I wish you the best of luck on this incredible journey that is tattooing and getting tattooed.1 point -
Latest tattoo lowdown.....
cltattooing reacted to Pugilist for a topic
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love Stephanie and I love that fucking dragon.1 point -
NYC Area meetup
Bunny Switchblade reacted to ShawnPorter for a topic
I'm going to be hanging out with Pushead on Sunday. You know. No big deal. I'd love to hang with you folks, but... he wins :D1 point -
Here it is, my naked self on a cold winters night...finished and healed pics of my back by Dean Sacred.1 point
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Dusty Neal says he still need's one more pass on this one:1 point
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Pin Up Girls
suburbanxcore reacted to Pleadco for a topic
THIS http://www.flickr.com/photos/dlozeau/5531302786/ My love of Freddy Mercury and skeletons combined!1 point -
A Customers PErspective of Some Pet Peeves
cltattooing reacted to smiling.politely for a topic
someone could be coming in to just get an estimate, actually get tattooed, see about an appointment, take walk in time, buy a t-shirt, (depending on the shop) get a piercing, or in some cases be asking for directions or to use a bathroom. they may even be trying to sell you a product of some kind (some guy came in where i work selling some next level Windex stuff recently). plus, some variant on "can i help you?" is about the best way to start off a customer service conversation, which is what the counter person's job boils down to. i'd much rather have that than be ignored or treated poorly, which has happened at shops i've gone into.1 point -
Dumb Hipster Tattoos
The Tig reacted to Tight-Lines for a topic
He's all "well shit, I know I left my cock somewhere ... "1 point -
For TATTOOERS ONLY - most hated tattoo requests?
Killercook76 reacted to Tim Hendricks for a topic
Dari are you crazy?! I would tattoo you any day of the week any week of the year. I LOVE doing super detailed stuff, and btw you sat fine but my memory isn't what it used to be... so maybe you didn't...1 point -
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Rose tattoos
wildchild reacted to Dean Schubert for a topic
There is no such thing as the best rose. Its not a competition, more of an appreciation, repulsion, or somewhere in between. My personal fave is Henry Goldfield, He rules the rose in SF His chest piece is a giant rose from Oakland's Shakey Jake done in the early 60's I believe. Many tattooers and their families wear Henry's roses. I don't have photos available right now , but I wear one and my wife has a 3/4 sleeve of 3 roses from Henry. When I got mine, he gave me the drawing which proudly hangs in the shop. Next to the rose it says" Dean, here's your rose. Follow the rose in life and you'll never go wrong. Good luck to you." Most of the roses I see today are very well done in a variety of styles. I like rose tattoos with a black outline made by people over 50. But hey, whatever you're into, there's room for it all.1 point -
For TATTOOERS ONLY - most hated tattoo requests?
Killercook76 reacted to dari for a topic
I'm scared Tim Hendricks won't ever tattoo me again after the tattoo he did on me that involved a tiny 2 inch by 3 inch world map with all the teeny tiny latitude and longitude lines. And I sat terribly that night as I had done a 3 hr handstands and arm balances yoga workshop with Ana Forrest that day. Terrible timing - what was I thinking? My hands were shaking when I wrote the words down that I wanted written on it, and that was before we even started. I had bruises on my arm for days from him having to hold me still 'cause I was jumping all over the place, trying to get away. He'll probably never tattoo me again. :(1 point