Custom Tattoos: How to Talk Art with Your Tattoo Artist
- DO: Think a lot of your tattoo before you set up an appointment. …
- DO: Bring references of what you’re picturing. …
- DON’T: Ask your artist to directly copy someone else’s work or photo! …
- DO: Ask for what you want. …
- DON’T: Demand tiny changes over and over. …
- DO: Trust your artist, and their ability.
Also question is, how long does it take a tattoo artist to respond?
Reviewing booking requests and responding to emails is a time-consuming process, so you shouldn’t expect to hear back from the artist right away. Sometimes, it could take weeks or even a month or two for artists to get back to you about scheduling a tattoo appointment.
Beside above, how do I ask for a tattoo consultation?
Setting Up a Consultation
You can do this by calling, emailing, or just stopping on by the shop. The consultation is a scheduled time for you to come in and talk to the tattooist about exactly what you want to get tattooed. Bring any references you might have with you to the consultation.
Can tattoo artists copy a drawing?
Can Tattoo Artists Copy a Drawing? While tattoo artists can technically copy a drawing and use it for a tattoo, it’s not considered best practice legally, professionally, or creatively.
What do I say in an email tattoo?
Be polite and straight to the point in your email. Tattoo artists don’t have much time between their tattooing work to spend time answering emails, so keep it short and provide them with useful information. Provide information like the style, colours, size and location that you want the tattoo.
What do tattoo artists hate the most?
- Tattoo artists hate when clients don’t trust the process, schedule something immediately after their appointment, or go to the beach right away.
- Showing up intoxicated or not listening to your artist’s suggestions will make the tattooing process unpleasant.
Do tattoo artists hate copying?
Tattoo artist, Timothy, explains, “One thing that most tattoo artists hate is being asked to copy someone else’s exact tattoo”. It’s not just that they’re concerned about copyright laws, [but] copying someone else’s design is completely unoriginal.
What do I do if my tattoo artist messed up?
If your tattoo artist messes up your tattoo the first thing you must do is inform them of their mistake and ask that they or someone else in the studio attempt to fix it by using more ink to highlight, embolden, or add a detail that covers the mistake.
Is it rude to ask a tattoo artist how much they charge?
It is definitely not rude to ask. It isn’t rude of them to charge you and you should absolutely have a ball park idea of how much you are going to be spending. There’s nothing wrong with asking what the hourly rate is, and for a rough estimate of how long the tattoo will take.
What should you not tattoo?
10 Tattoos You Should Never Get
- Names of a new boyfriend or girlfriend. …
- Crude jokes or images. …
- Spontaneous tattoos. …
- Fad tattoos. …
- Offensive or hate tattoos. …
- Tattoos that predict the future. …
- Tattoos that you don’t spell check. …
- Tribal tattoos if they aren’t part of your culture.
Can I shower with a peeling tattoo?
Yep. It’s fine if your tattoo gets a little wet, but it shouldn’t be submerged in water or left under running water for long periods of time. Keep time in the shower to a minimum, and be gentle to avoid irritating your newly tattooed skin.
What is a tattoo blowout?
Tattoo blowouts occur when a tattoo artist presses too hard when applying ink to the skin. The ink is sent below the top layers of skin where tattoos belong. Below the skin’s surface, the ink spreads out in a layer of fat.
What is tattoo etiquette?
Tattooing requires intense concentration. Some artists love to gab while tattooing but others prefer to be quiet. Let the artist take the lead or ask them what they prefer. Do bring a book to read or movie to watch provided you can do it without moving. Do let your artist take the lead on whether or not to talk.
Can I change my tattoo design last minute?
If you have changed your mind about your initial design, it is always best to bring in your new design or idea to work with your artist. Let him understand your new idea/design. He may charge you a bit for his time for the new design but it is in best interest of both of you to have a tattoo you both like.
