Tesseracts

SeeSea, it's on my leg. It's hard for me to walk, I just kind of limp around, haha.

Ah, so you're the one who got the Horimitsu kitsune! NICE!!!!! Assuming this was done at the NYC con? How was the session overall and your experience with Mitsu?

Horimitsu seems like a nice guy. He shook my hand when I arrived and left. He doesn't speak English well so sometimes I had to say things twice, but I was able to get across what I wanted. I asked if I should get it on my upper arm or lower leg. He looked at both and decided my leg would be easier. He enlarged the drawing with a photocopier when I asked him to. He knew what I meant when I told him I wanted it yellow but not too yellow. At the same time he also exercised his own judgement, which I'm grateful for because he knows his stuff. For example he told me blue wasn't a good color for the fox's eyes when I suggested it.

I watched him draw, he was really careful, precise and focused. When he was done I saw him count the tails to double check and make sure there are really nine of them. I was planning to ask him if I could keep the drawing when I was done, but by the time it was done I totally forgot. I guess it doesn't matter though, because I have the same drawing on my leg for the rest of my life.

I wasn't good at handling the pain, especially for the first couple hours. I probably moved way too much. I'm glad all the lines came out non-shaky despite that. It took 5 hours total including a few breaks. One of the guys working there (don't remember his name, sorry) gave me a rice dumpling during one of my breaks because there wasn't any food for sale at the con. The food helps with the pain. He also got me a Twix when I was done. He also answered some questions I had and even brought me my ipod so I wouldn't have to interrupt Mitsu to get it myself.

There were a lot of people gathered around the booth watching me get the tattoo. I thought that would bother me because I'm a shy person in general, but I was so distracted by the pain I didn't care at all. Also the tattoo is so great I kind of wanted everyone to see it. I chatted a bit with the guys getting tattooed by Shunho right next to me, and some other people. There's kind of a sense of comradery in the place because we're all interested in tattoos, which is cool. I left shortly after it was done though because I was pretty tired.

So, overall, Horimitsu is a nice guy and the experience was great.

Ugh it's the day after I got my tattoo and it hurts like hell. It started hurting more after I just washed it and put moisturizer (Cetaphil) on it. I don't know if that's a coincidence or what. Mitsu said I should use some moisturizer but if it's going to hurt I'm not happy.

Under saran wrap you get puss, sweat, etc... No worries!

Odd that he said don't use soap, but eh, I'm sure it's fine. If the black ink were dripping, it would be black running down your leg and not wound colored.

I just washed it briefly in the shower, I'm going to wait for it to dry and just put on jeans like normal.

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I don't know if this is relevant but I scar weird sometimes. I get raised bumps, which is more common with black people but I'm white. I don't think it's bad enough to cause an issue with the tattoo, but I'm not sure.

Great tattoo and congratulations! How was it?

Your first tattoo ever? Either way, that's one helluva keeper. Did he shade it by hand?

Nice! Good to meet you yesterday too (I'm the one that asked if I could photograph you!)

I just got my first tattoo yesterday, and now the ink is dripping. I've read stuff about how tattoos heal but haven't heard any mention of dripping. This morning I sprayed bactine on it because it hurts and I didn't want it to get infected. Then I wrapped it in saran wrap for a couple hours because I didn't want it to rub on my clothes. I took it off when I realized it was dripping. I guess I should have left it alone. My artist only told me to take the wrap off after an hour and not use soap. I'm trying to ask him about it in email, but he just repeated what he told me yesterday. I'm not sure if his English is good enough for him to understand that I want to know if dripping ink is normal.

What should I do? Is this going to heal badly? I tried using a paper towel on it, but more ink just came off. Here is what it looks like. Some parts have gotten blurry and I want to avoid it healing like this.

I circled the part where black ink was definitely dripping.

Simply put, some images and designs will look out of place or take away from a women's beauty. Big, small, athletic, it doesn't matter. I'm just saying that some tattoos are placed in the wrong areas and the sizing can be wrong or too many tattoos like the OP asked can take away from the women's beauty or the beauty of the other tattoos. I suppose you don't like the answer, but like it or not the answer is yes. If you can't admit that you have seen both males and females with tattoo overload that results in a negative look then you are delusional. I have also seen both males and females that can cover their entire body and pull of the look very nice. It's just a matter of opinion. No need to read more into my statements then what is there based on your need to find something offensive in any statement that address the physical features of women. I'm sorry your liberal ideology blinds you to this point (taken a simple statement and reading WAY more into it). I was not trying to be offensive and anyone that doesn't read anything more into my statements then what is there would see that. Some girls look better with less and some do not. DO YOU DENY THAT? If so, congrats you have an opinion just like me. It is just an opinion, but I think if people were honest with themselves they would admit they have seen tattoo overload on girls that should of taken a "less is more" approach. I find it is often based on build, location of tattoo, and color and design of tattoo. This goes the same for men.

Just got this! First tattoo!

Another photo.

You'll be able to get a ticket, just might be packed. Go early! Who are you getting tattooed by?

I'm going here to get a tattoo. I've never been to a tattoo convention and this is my first tattoo. I was wondering if anyone could tell me, do I need to worry about tickets being sold out? If I can't get a ticket, I can't get tattooed, right?

I've used it on three of my tattoos. Did your friend ever use this product on a tattoo?

As far as price goes scabs can be fixed but not all the time. I have a couple that have been touched up and still noticeable... Since using this product I haven't developed any scabs. The three tattoos I used it where big .

Honestly what is the point commenting on a product you never used before on a tattoo??

I'm commenting on this product because I'm trying to determine if it's actually worthless. In an ideal world, I would like to avoid wrapping my arm in ANY sort of plastic, but if everyone says it works I'll consider trying it.

When you got scabs, did you pick at or scratch the tattoo? Did you try to keep it from drying out too much?

A nurse said tegaderm is the same thing as saran wrap ?

Is saran wrap:

sterile and sealed

water proof

adheres and seals to skin

breathable

designed to stay on wound continuous for up to 7 days

Telfa is a bandage that absorbs blood and other fluids.

Kind of surprised a nurse would say this.

Seriously?? does that even sound smart? haha if that is true why isn't there rolls of plastic wrap at most hospitals ? Think about it!! hahaha!!!

People don't go to hospitals for minor injuries. A tattoo is essentially a bunch of paper cuts.

From what I understand, the main draw of products like tatuderm is they are supposed to prevent scabbing. However according to my friend, hard scabbing is prevented by keeping the area moist (but not too moist). I'm sure this derm stuff is probably good at keeping things moist and germ-free, it just doesn't seem to be worth the price to me.

Did he/she elaborate on why it's worthless?

I got the appointment set up, I'm going in this Saturday.

I keep worrying if I should get it on my upper arm or lower leg. I think the arm is generally a better spot for this, but my leg is more muscular and less fat.

I bought some of this stuff, but my friend who is a nurse, a smart person, and who has several tattoos told me it's worthless. So I took it back.

Everyone is entitled to their own opinion of me. However, acknowledgement of that entitlement does not imply any obligation on my part to rectify the opinions of others, nor does it imply that rectification of anyone's opinion is required. I have been called fat, stupid, ugly, cracker, bald-headed bastard, etc etc. None of these words mean anything to me, nor will they ever. I will describe the art on my body as I choose. Those who don't like it are free to feel how they choose to about it.

Congrats on taking the first steps to setting up an appointment!

I think you are correct and you might be overwhelming him a little. I doubt he needs any reference but maybe email him that sketch from his blog and say you love that and would like something similar.

Also don't worry too much about your other questions. Just go for it. Let Horimitsu do his thing and you will have one of the best 1st tattoos ever.

One thing I want to know is, do people at these conventions usually take credit cards or checks? Or do I need to bring a bunch of cash?

Thanks for the help everyone! I'm trying to get a spot with Horimitsu at the convention. He did this kitsune sketch, which I think is really good. I emailed him and he said he has some time available.

I emailed him back and asked him a bunch of questions, but I'm afraid I'm overwhelming him. English isn't his first language and I'm afraid he won't understand what I wrote. Some of the questions I asked are if he does tebori coloring at conventions, if he's going to draw it on the spot or in advance, if I should email him reference and/or bring it with me, and if my arm is large enough that it will be a problem for the tattoo if I lose weight. I know I already asked that on this forum and people say it's not an issue, but I'm still worried.

I sent him this photo of my arm. The leaf isn't real, it's photoshopped, I don't actually have any tattoos (yet).

I'm attaching a nine tailed fox sketch I made. I don't want a tattoo that looks exactly like this, I want the creator of the tattoo to have the freedom to design it, but I think this looks cool.

I need to post this really great nine tailed fox sketch I found, by Horimitsu. Also another one by Kiku.

And here is a fox-like animal I found by Horimitsu. I think it may be a dog though.

Question for people who actually have tattoos: Is long sleeve shirts the only option for coverage? Has anyone tried makeup, like this?

I was thinking on my upper arm. If not that probably my leg. Fairly large because my body is larger than average, so a small tattoo won't look good, especially if I lose weight.

I also wouldn't mind my lower arm, but people told me not to do that because it will keep me from getting a job. I'm not convinced that is a big issue these days but I guess I shouldn't take the risk at my age.

Hi, bumping this thread because I need some advice.

First of all I wish I could edit the post where I said dragon tattoos don't have character. I think at that point I just hadn't looked at enough tattoos to figure out how to judge them. You can't judge a 3d object the same way you judge a painting. Still, I wish there were more non-Asian style dragon tattoos out there, maybe I'll create a thread on that.

Anyway, after I found this website I looked at a lot of tattoos, then I stopped for a while, then came back to it. After a few months I found that Japanese traditional stuff has the most lasting appeal to me. Like I said on this thread I'm thinking of getting a kitsune and going down to the NYC tattoo convention to do that.

How hard is it to get a tattoo at a convention like this? Is there any way I can reserve a spot? Will it come out worse if the artists feel rushed and overworked at the convention?

If I don't get it at the convention, I might try to get Shinji Horizakura. I also like Seth Wood's style. Any other ideas?

I'm going to post some more pictures I found, and when I have time I'll try to find out who made all of these so I can credit them.

Am I right in thinking there are two types of Kitsune in Japanese stories? The benevolent kind and malevolent kind, anyone have any more specific info on this?

Here are some links about foxes in case anyone wants them.

Kitsune, Kumiho, Huli Jing, Fox - Fox spirits in Asia, and Asian fox spirits in the West

Kitsune Lore

Kitsune

Kitsune Page - Myths and Ancient Stories - Japanese

Kesa thru Kodansha

Main/Kitsune - Television Tropes & Idioms

I'm thinking of going down to the NYC tattoo convention to try to get this done. The website says the Horitoshi family will be there. I don't know how easy it will be to get something like this done though, I've never gotten a tattoo in my life and I've never been to a tattoo convention.

Because the amount of work hijacked has significantly declined since blasting the internet with your unprotected artwork began.

People recognizing doesn't change anything, I don't think any measures will stop it and my point is the same.

On the original subject of this thread... years ago I emailed the people in charge of M.C. Escher's copyright and asked them if I would be violating copyright by getting a tattoo of his work. They told me it would not be a violation. I'm not an expert on copyright law, so I don't know if this is true for every work of art. M.C. Escher is dead, if you're taking the work of an artist who is alive and trying to make a living it's definitely more disrespectful.

If one is upset their work is being hijacked(used by another artist and other artist taking credit), and have taken no steps to prevent it, then they've only their self to blame. Retaining a lawyer may be a touch extreme in most cases, posting every piece if work they own on 4-5 websites is a bit careless if you're going to be offended if it's copied. Blasting your work all over the interwebs is somewhat effective, it's not the only way to spread the word.

If they have time to bitch about it, they have time to actually do something and if their silence isn't consent, what exactly is it, it's clearly not a deterrent. Anyways, the whole thing feels hypocritical in a lot if cases, for me, if you don't care enough to at least, try to protect your hard work, then don't be surprised it got jacked. Simple.

Artists can't have a career without publicity, if nobody knows their work exists, nobody is going to buy it. The bottom line is, you're completely wrong and nobody who knows copyright law would agree with this, in fact I think the only people who would agree with your argument are people who have a habit of stealing art without giving credit.