Getting my first tattoo.

SoYeahThisIsMe · 10th February 2008, 7:15pm

Ok so im just looking for abit of advice, Im wanting to get my first tattoo in the next few months. I know what im wanting give and take a few details, but i have no idea where to get it done, im willing to pay the price for the best i can get, i want it to be perfect. Also, thinking about April to get it done, but i go on holiday to Spain in June, will it be a problem ? Also this tattoo is on my wrist, but im wanting to get my second on my middle back, is there a problem with getting more than one in a certain amount of time ?
Thanks

softparody · 10th February 2008, 7:31pm

If you get the wrist one in April it'll be well healed by the time you are going on holiday. Just make sure you put extra sunblock on it as tattood areas are more sensitive to sunlight. You might want to take whatever you're giving to put on it when it's healing with you on holiday just in the off chance it gets dry or anything.

There aren't really any issues with getting more than one tattoo in a short space of time....bear in mind the people who have 8 hour sittings to cover their backs, or get outlines done then go back 2 days later to get it filled in. As long as you are taking good care of them it shouldn't be an issue. Having said that, considering this is your first tattoo, I'd wait until your back from your holiday before getting the second one so you have experience of healing a tattoo and how your body copes with it. My first one was tiny and healed no problem, my second one was all round my ankle bones and up my calf and it was SOOOOOO difficult to heal and I wish I'd had more experience before I got it. My third was quite small and healed differently to the first too. Barely scabbed at all [ankle was very scabby] but stayed dry and itchy for an extra couple of weeks.

Hope that helps. What are you planning on getting?

Sarah xx

Largest of Gregs · 10th February 2008, 7:32pm

also, you'll need to wait a while. You gotta be 16 to get one

karbon14 · 10th February 2008, 7:34pm

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also, you'll need to wait a while. You gotta be 16 to get one

18

Largest of Gregs · 10th February 2008, 7:35pm

4 years then!

SoYeahThisIsMe · 10th February 2008, 7:59pm

What was the point in that

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Anyways, thanks alot Sarah ! Ok i think i'll do that then, get my second one once i get back from holiday, as its going to be quite big. Im getting a saying going all round my wrist its not exactly original "what goes around comes around" But it means alot me.

stripey_kitten · 10th February 2008, 8:04pm

Obviously I have nothing against folk getting tattoos and again it's obviously your decision.

but

No reputable tattooist will ink you if you're under 18. Your tattoo is something that you'll have for life. I'll assume you want to to look good now and for years to come. Just something to think about.

softparody · 10th February 2008, 8:07pm

Meant to say, I would recommend Chameleon in Paisley personally, but it's worth taking a day to have a looking in the reputable places in town and finding somewhere that seems to so the things you want well, and that you're comfortable with. Have a look on their websites to see the work they've done and have a natter with whoever's available and see if you would be comfortable going there.

Sarah xx

SoYeahThisIsMe · 10th February 2008, 8:08pm

Awww i know hunni, believe me i've been thinking about it for a long time. And im going to be 18 in april so i will be 18, i could have got a tattoo before now, but i've waited until im 18

thanks tho, i totally understand tho that i'll have it for life and it is something i've thought about for a long time .

Fallenblackrose · 10th February 2008, 8:14pm

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Chameleon in Paisley personally,

where exactly is that? never seen it, im wanting another tattoo done and i spend that much time in paisley anyway it would be handy.

stripey_kitten · 10th February 2008, 8:15pm

Didn't realise you were 18 so soon.

In that case make sure you do your homework because my comment about reputable tattooists still applies. Listen to recommendations, and then go and check out the artists (look at portfolios and see if they are particularly good at the style of tattoo you are wanting). If there's anything you're unsure of, make sure you ask your artist loads of questions.

Witch · 10th February 2008, 8:17pm

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where exactly is that? never seen it, im wanting another tattoo done and i spend that much time in paisley anyway it would be handy.

glasgow road next to pizza hut, lagoon centre end.

SoYeahThisIsMe · 10th February 2008, 8:19pm

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Originally Posted by stripey_kitten

Didn't realise you were 18 so soon.

In that case make sure you do your homework because my comment about reputable tattooists still applies. Listen to recommendations, and then go and check out the artists (look at portfolios and see if they are particularly good at the style of tattoo you are wanting). If there's anything you're unsure of, make sure you ask your artist loads of questions.

Ok, great, thank you

I really have no idea of any the good artists, so if anyone does have any recommendations id be more than greatful

Witch · 10th February 2008, 8:23pm

try the artist suggestions on this here tattoo forum, you'll see peoples comments, also try their websites, pick someone YOU like as regardless of if other people like them its your decision in the end.

Fallenblackrose · 10th February 2008, 8:23pm

All the tattoo artists at kaya are good from what ive seen.

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glasgow road next to pizza hut, lagoon centre end.

thanx must try and nip in there on wednesday then.