JazzyMac

I especially like those roses! 

Hey there, cool IG!

Hey how's it going?  I saw your question first and then went searching for a cover up I'd seen a few weeks prior. Finally found it. 

In answer to your question:  I DON'T KNOW. I'm not an expert on tattoos and it looks as if you have a ton of color and detail in a tight space. However, I have seen lots of expert talent and skill on Instagram so....anything is possible?  But be willing to get in a waiting list and pay much dollars for what you want. That's a big if. That said, I would first find a GOOD artist before attacking your tattoo with a laser treatment or anything of the sort. You don't want to make things worse than it already is. 

Welcome to the forums and don't be afraid to try out the search function. I'm fairly new myself, so still learning the lay of the land. In the Photo Gallery is a section of covered up tattoos as well. Those aren't really great though. Lurk around the threads for the skillful artists and get your name on a waiting list. 

Again, it doesn't hurt to try. Well in this case it might. Best wishes!

Cool!

33 minutes ago, havetsherre said:

Had my second session a couple of days ago. I was in horrible shape going into this session, with stiches in my head, a concussion and generally fatigued. But "the stoke" pulled med through.  

Wow, sorry about the concussion!  Next time have your artist visit you in the hospital to complete your session.  You don't need that type of stress in your life!  It looks like it's coming along great though!

1 hour ago, el twe said:

Surprised to find that there isn't a thread for this yet, so here goes...

We all know about "healed 'n hairy" tattoos, but how many of you have tattoos that you've only really come to appreciate after they've settled into the skin?  It's taken a couple years for me to fully enjoy having this wolf on my leg.  The tattoo was done by Ron Wells and I was ecstatic to get it, but before too long I didn't quite know what to think of it.  Not that I didn't like the image, the artist, or the experience - it just felt a little out of line with my own demeanor.  As time passed, more tattoos were added around it but it wasn't until the last couple of months that I realized I really liked this tattoo again!  Even though the tattoo was mine, it took a while before I felt like I really 'owned' it, if that makes any sense.

Here's a picture of it the day I got it, and one taken this afternoon (about 2.5 years later):

So post your old, but better tattoos!  I'd be interested to hear others' experiences in the matter.

Can I ask if there is any significance to this particular tattoo?  Did you get it only because of Ron Wells, or is it a combination of the werewolf + Ron Wells work, etc.?  Honestly, I think it looks a lot better from a couple of years ago.  I hope that's not offensive, I've gleaned (from the Initiation thread) that it's okay to give honest feedback on tattoos.  

Hey, I saw your finished tattoo in the other thread, and good on you for designing it and going through with the entire tattoo!  Don't worry about the naysayers.  It's yours to stay (of course), and it's definitely a lot better than some of those crappy flash designs that I've seen.  How has it healed?

Welcome!  The more the merrier!  I'm fairly new myself and it seems pretty quiet around here.  I've just been reading old threads that date back from 2014, and also checking out the gallery.  Also, every now and then someone posts updates of their current tattoos in one major thread.

Hope to see you around!

Thing is with marriages AND tattoos, you don't have to get either or do either in order to prove anything.  And you can think extremely long and hard before doing either.  Therefore, when it's done, barring health and safety that you didn't know prior to getting into either, it's there for life.

So you've done one or the other, and now you've got regrets?  Welp, like others have said...give it time to "simmer" before making any rash decisions.  Also, how about hanging out in places where other people have tattoos?  Maybe in big metropolitan areas, shopping areas where there's bound to be more people (more people = more tattoos), or see if you can find a convention coming up, or maybe a couple of bars.

See how you feel then.  Incidentally, what's the quote say?

Phew!  Definitely way more portrait shots to bounce off each other for consideration, and a lot more options.  Plus a nice road trip and the chance to see friends doesn't hurt either.  Glad you could check out more places.

I guess I'm just an invisible member here.  

Let it simmer and think about it for a while.  What do the mountains signify?  Was it something you've been wanting for a while?

Perhaps if you're still feeling that way maybe you can find an artist that will cover it up in a better way that it won't be so crooked when you move your arm.  Honestly, the tattoo shouldn't be so far off from the design.  Perhaps the artist didn't take the time to, or forgot to explain it.  

You should be feeling HAPPY.  Excited.  Anxious.  Elated.  That you got your tattoo.  Not weirded out because it 75% of the time it looks wonky.  Who wants that?  

Find a better artist and get it covered.  YOLO.

I think if you do some research, you'll be able to find a great artist to do a nice silhouette.  After all, with all the black and grey tattoos out there, it shouldn't be too difficult to pull this off, right?  Based on the research I've done, I think you'll be able to find a good artist sooner than you think.

http://nextluxury.com/mens-style-and-fashion/silhouette-tattoo-designs-for-men/

https://www.tattoodo.com/s?type=images&q=%23silhouette

#silhouettetattoo on IG

How many places did you search for this tattoo?  Have you contacted any artists to see if they can assist? 

https://www.tattoodo.com/s?type=images&q=%23lion

tribal lion tattoo

Check out Empire Inks in Wisconsin. 

Yeah it's a drive, but recently they were at in Texas at an Expo so they might travel extensively. The artist I chose travels. 

6 hours ago, flipcrab85 said:

I contacted @shark_hudson to see if he could provide ant reference of a female face just to get an idea of how he handles human anatomy. Sent me this, I think it's done well. I know things soften and smooth out in B/G as they heal

Only my opinion, but just in my research, I've seen other artists that can do way better.  If portraits or female faces aren't his thing, then maybe it's best to look elsewhere.

The way the shadowing is makes it looks really weird.  You can find better.

8 hours ago, skullsoup432 said:

Thanks for your input. Maybe not a complete sketch, but a good idea of it. I don't know if I should get the bones outlined then shaded, or completely filled in. I sent the artist a few pics of each style. They replied that they could do that, how about this date? Well, I just don't want to get there and they have a different vision than I. If you don't mind, please read my reply in a comment below. I had planned to reply to you a little more, but I am a one finger typist. It takes me forever to get my thoughts together, type them out, reread and clarify my ramblings, blah, blah, lol. 

 

You are correct about our flows being in synch. Also, I would feel bad wasting the artists time then not following through. Thanks for your insight, I appreciate it! 

I think this is where trust comes into play. I did end up finding an artist--a great one. And I'm also apprehensive. However, my deposit is $100 compared to the artist's hourly rate which is bananas. Both of us have a commitment to each other, but with that comes patience and respect. I could tell when pitching my idea to the artist that it wasn't going to be a simple "sketch up what's in my head". Some artists are different though and can do that. Also, I wouldn't want my artist to think I would run off with the sketch and go to someone else (cheaper). Point is, if my artist doesn't do what I want, I'm out $109, but my artist is out thousands. So who really loses?  I also read a lot of reviews from many people from this artist and people from other artists. The happiest people are the ones who's tattoos "came out better than they even originally imagined".  Which to me means the sky is the limit. 

These are all good questions.  I'm a noob, and in my opinion (as it were), I think it depends on the artist. Some might have open slots in their schedule for smaller jobs, but others might be strict to scheduling.  But, I think though that if your flow is not conducive with the artist's flow, it would be a shame for you to waste either yours or his/her's time right?  

I actually contacted an artist and they referred me to another artist in their shop.  I decided against it, but I doubt it's unheard of.

However, I do think it's rare that anyone will sketch up your design without you setting up an appointment.

Hi, what's it look like?

Yes that's what I meant. Was just trying to shorten it thanks. 

Thank you for those recommendations.  I didn't realize that realism = florals, as I've looked at Rebel Muse and Oiseau Noir.  Rebel Muse (Mushaney's team) was the one who pimped me out to someone whom I felt wasn't "expert in floral".  They could have meant well, but went about it all wrong in my opinion.  I might take time and drive over there and just check out the shop, but just from the way I was treated I really don't feel hard pressed to do so.  I get the feeling that folks get a huge following and then feel they can treat new customers any sort of way.  I'm not upset about it anymore, but it really rubbed me the wrong way.  

I'm in Texas...and have no qualms on traveling, EXCEPT, I'm wondering how many back and forth sessions I would have to take.  Plane trips/hotels/etc. would be costly.

I've been researching artists in Canada, Oregon, Cali...all around, so I'm definitely not limiting myself. It actually happened I came upon the artist in Texas that surprised me.

On 6/15/2017 at 9:55 PM, dotcommie said:

Some blackwork roses in a shoulder cap by Jacob Kearney at Metamorph in Chicago :) 

This is a beautiful tattoo.  Please post more photos when it heals fully.

I agree with Devious.