Tattoo - Help Fishoholic Choose

[fencer]

So some of us had brunch today with Ms L. We all agreed that she needs more excitement in her life, maybe a new direction. The first thing to do was to get her a tattoo and Ms L thought that might be interesting. We need you canreefers to make some suggestions. Some of the ones that came on the table:

1) A Canadian Flag
2) the Phrase " Suck You " with the Rolling Stones Trademark
3) No Mas

You Get the idea...but keep n the bounds of civility or the mod police will shut us down

SPS frag(s?) prize for the best idea(good or bad) ....gotta get it at the reefers meeting:mrgreen:

Location of Tattoo...TBA later or where appropriate

MODS: This is okay with Fishoholic...check with her too

[Leah]

:lying: DO NOT HANG OUT WITH REEF GUYS!

Oh Laurie what have they talked you into? Run girl. :behindsofa:

[The Grizz]

I have a few tat's now and looking to get another soon. I have a 6" scorpion on my right calf, and eagle on my left shoulder blade and a mid-evil battle axe maltese cross with a willie g. harley skull in the middle. Looking to get a grizzy bear head on my left calf, as if it was ripping through my skin. All my tat's have a very definite meaning in my life, so with that said fishaholics tat should be her MOST favorite or most wanted fish. I would love to see a Volitain Lionfish tat all fanned out.

[pelle31]

"2) the Phrase " Suck You " with the Rolling Stones Trademark" I like this one but I'd replace the
'S" with an "F" :)

I have a couple ideas for a new Tat but I'm keepin them to myself,cause thats just how that goes:)

[Lance]

fowlr Right on the small of her back above her butt. (Sorry Laurie I couldn't resist):mrgreen:

[DiverDude]

Ummmm.... I don't know the lady in question -and tats are very personal things- but in keeping with a reefy theme, how about something like "Salty!" or "I Sin on the Salty Side". Perhaps with a fish with an oversized tongue licking the 'y'. Or hey....use the Rolling Stones lips with "Salty" underneath !

If you want to go on the nerdy side, simply tat her ideal water parameters somewhere !

[Seamazter]

The canreef logo?
http://canreef.com/images/logo_small.gif

[kien]

why not keep it simple and just give yourself a tat of a King Angelfish :)

[noirsphynx]

How about a tat of Fireflight the fu man chu? Nice color and salty theme.

[fishytime]

So some of us had brunch today with Ms L. We all agreed that she needs more excitement in her life, maybe a new direction.
You Get the idea...but keep n the bounds of civility or the mod police will shut us down

Laurie does need some more excitement in her life:wink:

fowlr Right on the small of her back above her butt. (Sorry Laurie I couldn't resist):mrgreen:


what does FOWLR stand for in this case Lance *said in a caveman type voice* "Focus On Womans Lovely Rear' :mrgreen:

[Lance]

Laurie does need some more excitement in her life:wink:



what does FOWLR stand for in this case Lance *said in a caveman type voice* "Focus On Womans Lovely Rear' :mrgreen:


No. "Fishies Over Waistline of Laurie's Rump"

[whatcaneyedo]

What is her favorite fish? I had a picture of my volitan lionfish turned into a tattoo in 2008.

http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh109/whatcaneyedo/pic-2.jpg

[fishoholic]

:lying: DO NOT HANG OUT WITH REEF GUYS!

Oh Laurie what have they talked you into? Run girl. :behindsofa:

:lol: Wayne, Steve (from little oceans) and I had brunch today. I mentioned how if I ever got a tattoo I'd want a maple leaf or Canadian flag. Needless to say the conversation went into a whole new direction with (lets say) "interesting ideas" of what they would tattoo on me :lol:


Laurie does need some more excitement in her life:wink:



what does FOWLR stand for in this case Lance *said in a caveman type voice* "Focus On Womans Lovely Rear' :mrgreen:

No. "Fishies Over Waistline of Laurie's Rump"

This is were I thought the tattoo ideas would lead :lol: and since I could use a good laugh, and this is supposed to be more fun then serious, keep the "interesting" (but appropriate for this forum) ideas coming.

[fishoholic]

What is her favorite fish? I had a picture of my volitan lionfish turned into a tattoo in 2008.



Cool lionfish tattoo.

why not keep it simple and just give yourself a tat of a King Angelfish :)

My king angel (pic. in avatar) is my fav. So while it's a great idea for a tattoo I think I'd just barely be able to handle a small maple leaf on my arm, never mind a whole multi coloured fish.

[Lance]

Laurie, I think a little "Nemo" on the ankle or back of the shoulder would be kinda nice.

[lockrookie]

you could do a couple of theses on your back....

http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af103/lockrookie/images.jpg
or
http://i998.photobucket.com/albums/af103/lockrookie/Seahorse-Ranch--336721.jpg

[The Grizz]

What is her favorite fish? I had a picture of my volitan lionfish turned into a tattoo in 2008.

http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh109/whatcaneyedo/pic-2.jpg

That is SWEET dude, it is like someone actually read what I posted to a thread I replied on :lol:

[The Grizz]

Cool lionfish tattoo.



My king angel (pic. in avatar) is my fav. So while it's a great idea for a tattoo I think I'd just barely be able to handle a small maple leaf on my arm, never mind a whole multi coloured fish.

OH come now Laurie, if I can do 3 fairly large tat's you can do a little one, as I have a MAJOR HUGE phobia of needle's.

I would suggest you put it just above your ankle, you will hardly feel it.

[lastlight]

Good thing you're a saltHead already. I nearly had a cichlid needled into my skin about 10 years ago. I'd be regretting that a whole lot right about now.

You into Roy Orbison?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMXET24aY7s

[bvlester]

how a bout a TAT of (one more fish)

Bill

[fishoholic]

OH come now Laurie, if I can do 3 fairly large tat's you can do a little one, as I have a MAJOR HUGE phobia of needle's.

I would suggest you put it just above your ankle, you will hardly feel it.

I'm not scared of needles, one single needle poking you in the arm doesn't even hurt, however one little needle poking you many many times in the same spot over and over again, I think would hurt....a lot! Somehow, from what my friends who have tattoo's tell me, I will definitely feel it. Also years ago I watched my friend Jay get half of his arm tattoo, and while he was trying to show that it didn't hurt, every time he flinched you could tell it did.


Good thing you're a saltHead already. I nearly had a cichlid needled into my skin about 10 years ago. I'd be regretting that a whole lot right about now.

You into Roy Orbison?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oMXET24aY7s

:lol: Nope, but now I want to watch Waterboy, it's been awhile since I've seen that movie.

If I ever got a tattoo I want to make sure I wouldn't regret it 10-30 yrs from now. I know I wouldn't regret a maple leaf or Canadian flag.

However after seeing the lionfish tat. and thinking about what Dawn said about getting a tat. of my fu man chu, I can't help but think that would look cool, but I'm not sure I could handle the pain of a larger tattoo.


Edit: meant to say I would not regret a maple leaf/canadian flag :redface: oops!

[kien]

I don't care what anyone says, it hurts like a SOB.. :lol:

[lockrookie]

just get a henna tattoo lasts for a little bit and fades away my wife gets one done every summer.

[fishytime]

I'm not scared of needles, one single needle poking you in the arm doesn't even hurt, however one little needle poking you many many times in the same spot over and over again, I think would hurt....a lot! Somehow, from what my friends who have tattoo's tell me, I will definitely feel it. Also years ago I watched my friend Jay get half of his arm tattoo, and while he was trying to show that it didn't hurt, every time he flinched you could tell it did. However after seeing the lionfish tat. and thinking about what Dawn said about getting a tat. of my fu man chu, I can't help but think that would look cool, but I'm not sure I could handle the pain of a larger tattoo.

actually the needles they use for the most part are clusters of pokeys....to maximize coverage:lol:.......

no sugar coating it...... it hurts.....buts thats kinda the badge of honor:wink:

[Pazil]

The thing that typically goes well with tattoos is.......












































Regret...:lol:

[lastlight]

Lol guitarist in my brother's old band got a tat of the band name around his arm. They broke up the following day I'm not kidding. FAIL.

[fishoholic]

actually the needles they use for the most part are clusters of pokeys....to maximize coverage:lol:.......

no sugar coating it...... it hurts.....buts thats kinda the badge of honor:wink:

Ohhhhh even better lots of little needles all at once :twised:

Lol guitarist in my brother's old band got a tat of the band name around his arm. They broke up the following day I'm not kidding. FAIL.

That would suck!

[fencer]

Doesn't mean you won't do it Ms L .....in the future...Come on Canreefers give her some encouragement

[Skimmerking]

Laurie get the canada flag on your leg like mine you seen it.. remember
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http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e122/asmodeus338/DSC04295.jpg

[fishoholic]

Laurie get the canada flag on your leg like mine you seen it.. remember
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http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e122/asmodeus338/DSC04295.jpg

That is exactly what I want, only I want it on my left arm.

[Skimmerking]

Well that one is on my leg you can't have that

[fishoholic]

Well that one is on my leg you can't have that

:lol: obviously! However I want one just like it.

[The Grizz]

Ok I got it a King Angel holding a Canadian flag by it fin or mouth. :lol:

[reefwars]

Do the full on reef with as much coral and coral as can be plastered that would be cool but would cost a fortune I'm sure lol

[anaitari]

How about a small clownfish with a white maple leaf like one of it's stripes

[fishoholic]

How about a small clownfish with a white maple leaf like one of it's stripes

Hummmm...that's a pretty cool idea. I like maroon clowns, so maybe one of those with a white maple leaf type stripe on my ankle would be neat.

[mark]

How about a small clownfish with a white maple leaf like one of it's stripes

This could be great, one of the strips could be the bar and then the leaf.




Personally though, think nothing wrong with just a leaf :biggrin:
http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h316/das75/DSC00142.jpg

[fishoholic]

This could be great, one of the strips could be the bar and then the leaf.



Ya I was just thinking the maroon clownfish could make a cool looking flag.

Side profile, the maroon body the thin while stripe around it's head then the middle stripe a white maple leaf then the thin white stripe around the tail. Ohhhh.....I like it :biggrin:

Cool leaf tat. Mark. I still love the waving flag like Mike's though, but I also really love the uniqueness of a canadian flag (only white maple leaf instead of red) clownfish which I think would look good on my ankle.

[RedCoralEdmonton]

I like the idea of an SPS covered reef, not too big but having it look like an arm band or a leg band and have it wrap all the way around, sort of never ending....

Steve

[fishoholic]

I like the idea of an SPS covered reef, not too big but having it look like an arm band or a leg band and have it wrap all the way around, sort of never ending....

Steve

Hummmm I seem to remember you having very different ideas at brunch :lol: :razz: This one's pretty good though.

[RedCoralEdmonton]

Ya well its hard to come up with constructive ideas while hanging with you and Wayne....lol....

Steve

[fishoholic]

Ya well its hard to come up with constructive ideas while hanging with you and Wayne....lol....

Steve

Who us? we're innocent :lol:

[lockrookie]

how about the words "always tanked"

[monocus]

i figure after about reading laurie's posts ,i figure she should get one of each fish in the ocean,and if there's room,coral as well

[muck]

You sure you want to go there Laurie... you might end up with a body full of ink... you know... "Just one more..." :twised:

[trinac]

ooh I'd love a half sleeve of a reef with fish!! I already have a half sleeve though and am not getting another one, too diesel for me. Maybe body side or leg though would be good!!

A great spot for a flag tattoo is shoulder blade.

For the ladies, always keep in mind what the tattoo will look like with a dress on... So consider coloring and placement of your tattoo. (my half sleeve is flowers so its good with a dress)

And, Lucky Strike in Edmonton is a fantastic place for tattoos. They do more art pieces than pick something from the wall and tattoo it on, but you'll be sure to get great work done there on whatever you choose to do. All the folks there have portfolio's for you to browse through as well so you can be sure they do a good job. I looked around for quite a while before I decided where I wanted to go... its rather permanent!

Because my tattoo is on the larger side for a girl, a lot of people ask me if I regret it. And the answer is no way! I don't take life THAT seriously, its only skin! Oh, and a lot of people ask me this: what about when you are 70 and have a half sleeve? I personally think I'll have more things to worry about then, or less perhaps, but I am pretty sure I still won't care, plus I'll be a badass old lady. haha

Anyways, think about it well! I think tattoo's are great and I love them, but not something to rush into immediately. It will be a great memory for you always, a piece of art, and a tribute to whatever you choose or not. Some people get tattoos of pizza cause they like pizza. :lol:

[fishoholic]

You sure you want to go there Laurie... you might end up with a body full of ink... you know... "Just one more..." :twised:

I believe the pain of having one done will be enough to not get "one more"

Trinac Thanks for the advice, and location suggestion :biggrin:

[Parker]

A friend of mine's tattoo artist offered to give him a free tattoo if he let him tattoo a supposatron on him. A robot inserting a suppository into his backside. I can see if he will extend the deal to you? :lol:

[fishoholic]

A friend of mine's tattoo artist offered to give him a free tattoo if he let him tattoo a supposatron on him. A robot inserting a suppository into his backside. I can see if he will extend the deal to you? :lol:

Ummmm....that's ok I think I'll pass :lol:

[fishoholic]

So two years ago the idea of getting a tattoo has suck with me. More specifically the idea below I've been wanting.

How about a small clownfish with a white maple leaf like one of it's stripes

So two months ago I was at a friends wedding and her sister-in-law had an amazing tattoo on her leg
http://www.joannatwood.com/g38.html

I asked her who did it and where was it done, and found out Jo ann Atwood from Urge II Tattoo did it. Went to her website and liked her work so I checked out the shop and met with her (2 months ago) and my appointment is tomorrow!!!!!OMG!!!!!!!!!!!

This is the drawing she did, I asked her to change the bottom of the leaf stripe so that it has a bottom to it.

http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii53/Laurie_Morin/Snapbucket/C6443CDF.jpg

I also want her to change the back (front side) fin so it is smaller (more proportionate to the smaller front fin in front) and erase the line over the back bottom fin by the tail. I haven't had a chance to tell her about the last 2 changes I want to make (I've been sick and I lost my voice and was busy) but hopefully if I go in a bit early it won't be to hard to make the changes before we start, they seem like easy fixes.

[cuz]

Thats gonna look awesome!!! Where are you going to put it??

[fishoholic]

Thats gonna look awesome!!! Where are you going to put it??

On my upper left arm, still can't believe I'm getting it done :eek:

[cale262]

That's funny, I was in Urge a few weeks ago getting some work done and Jo was putting a fish on someone else in the chair next to me...

Enjoy.

[noirsphynx]

OMG, that's awesome Laurie! I'm jealous, I want a tattoo. Can't wait to see the finished work!

[fishoholic]

That's funny, I was in Urge a few weeks ago getting some work done and Jo was putting a fish on someone else in the chair next to me...

Enjoy.

:lol: What are the odds of that! That is cool though :biggrin:

OMG, that's awesome Laurie! I'm jealous, I want a tattoo. Can't wait to see the finished work!

I've wanted a tattoo for a very long time now, always wanted a maple leaf or Canadian flag or something like that. Two years ago when this thread was started and the clownfish idea was said I've really wanted it done. Now I'm in disbelief that tomorrow it's actually going to happen!!!!!!! Must admit I'm freaked out about how much it's going to hurt :sad: It's not a huge tattoo so I should have no problem sucking it up and getting it all done in one sitting, I figure it should be around 3hrs worth of work, at $150 an hour I hope it's not much more then that! Here's hoping I can withstand the pain and get it done!!!!!

[Aquattro]

I figure it should be around 3hrs worth of work

how big is this going to be?? 3 hours is a lot of tattoo..

[fishoholic]

how big is this going to be?? 3 hours is a lot of tattoo..

That's just a guess not sure how long it'll actually take. We haven't sized it out yet, she said we'd do that tomorrow. I figure about 3-4 inches long, 2" wide? Not sure exactly.

[Aquattro]

Ok, I just see a lot of artists over quote time for new people.

Here's a fish with a fair amount of detail and color (before the sun:)) and it took just under 2 hours.

http://i221.photobucket.com/albums/dd101/reef_raf/tat1.jpg

[cale262]

Ok, I just see a lot of artists over quote time for new people.



I think they do that because they don't know how well you are going to sit... My last piece on my calf was quoted initially at 4 hrs (6x6") for the black, it only took Rich at Urge about 50 minutes with no breaks while in the same time period, another customer two chairs over from me took about 3 smoke breaks...the clock doesn't stop if you want to call a time out.

Just get a good night sleep, put a good meal down range (stay away from coffee or milk products if you're feeling nervous) a couple hours before and you'll do fine :wink:


...and don't forget the pics.

[Nano]

Yea it won't be 3 hours its small and your arm isn't bad for it. Maybe 1.5 hours to 2

[fishoholic]

Yea it won't be 3 hours its small and your arm isn't bad for it. Maybe 1.5 hours to 2

1.5 to 2 would be way better :biggrin: here's hoping. She actually never said how long it would take (I never asked either) just guessed 3 based on what friends said their tattoos took. I'm getting excited but scared as hell as well :lol: I will post pics of it after it's done.

[dreef]

Don't be afraid..don't worry if it's going to hurt,or how much it's going to hurt.My 15 year old blessing of a daughter got a start on her first a few weeks ago.I'm fairly heavily tattooed on both my arms..and talked to her about it a few times before the day.She's an angel,always at home every night,not running around the streets at night like others her own age.I kept telling her..your not going to die,your not going to bleed to death...and don't cry.I took time off for the event as i wasn't missing it for nothing.It's big and i think you should have a plan right from the start..not like me,here and there..go big or go home.She toughed it out..5 needle outline,and a bit of black shading,the colors going in,in a few weeks.And not one tear :) ribs are hardcore !! and the last flower is close to the groin,made me shudder..

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a79/stock_1/tattoo.jpg

[Aquattro]

ribs are hardcore !!



Oh ya!! Ribs sucks :)

[fishoholic]

dreef that's cool, I'm surprised that she was able to get it done. Most tattoo places have signs in them that say must be "18 or older to get tattooed no exceptions".

My biggest fear is getting started (like having one line drawn) and deciding screw this it's not worth the pain and wanting to stop :redface: However I figure I have $100 deposit invested already, so it is motivation to go through with it :lol:

[doch]

Because my tattoo is on the larger side for a girl, a lot of people ask me if I regret it. And the answer is no way! I don't take life THAT seriously, its only skin! Oh, and a lot of people ask me this: what about when you are 70 and have a half sleeve?

Odd... I've got 40ish hours worth of work done and I don't remember ever being asked if I regret it. Maybe it's because I'm a guy?

I believe the pain of having one done will be enough to not get "one more"

HA! Good luck with that. The pain isn't that bad, especially where you're putting it, and they are addicting! Put the clown in a spot that's easy to turn into a sleeve... pre-planning!!

Good luck with the session... you'll be fine.

Oh ya!! Ribs sucks :)

I really wish EVERYBODY would stop saying this. I want my ribs done... but I'm getting more and more scared by the day.

Next appointment is on the 27th... probably chicken out and stick to a sleeve. lol

[fishoholic]

HA! Good luck with that. The pain isn't that bad, especially where you're putting it, and they are addicting! Put the clown in a spot that's easy to turn into a sleeve... pre-planning!!

Good luck with the session... you'll be fine.



Thanks and funny you should say that as my tattoo artist mentioned the possibility of adding an anemone to it later :lol:

[Aquattro]

... probably chicken out and stick to a sleeve. lol

Well, there are some areas on the arm that hurt more than the ribs :) Do a sleeve and you'll find them -lol

[Aquattro]

My biggest fear is getting started (like having one line drawn) and deciding screw this it's not worth the pain and wanting to stop

I don't think I've ever seen that happen :) Sure, it's uncomfortable in some spots, but not that bad that you'd stop. The arm is pretty easy too, in most spots..

[MarkoD]

http://static.someecards.com/someecards/usercards/1327013056458_5643634.png

This is just a joke, dont have a hissy fit

[doch]

Thanks and funny you should say that as my tattoo artist mentioned the possibility of adding an anemone to it later :lol:

Might as well hit it all at once!

Well, there are some areas on the arm that hurt more than the ribs :) Do a sleeve and you'll find them -lol

I've already got a half sleeve, and some forearm work... I can handle that stuff. Ribs scare me. When he got around the side of my back towards the ribs.... YIKES!!!

I don't think I've ever seen that happen :) Sure, it's uncomfortable in some spots, but not that bad that you'd stop. The arm is pretty easy too, in most spots..

I know a guy that had the outline done on his ribs and called it quits... hurt too much. Upper arm will be no problem though. Feet and ribs are the ones that are suppose to suck the worst, but everybody is different. The inside of my upper arm/bicep didn't bother me at all and some people can't take it in there.

[Aquattro]

http://static.someecards.com/someecards/usercards/1327013056458_5643634.png

This is just a joke, dont have a hissy fit

I would put a bumper sticker on your keyboard if I thought it would stop you from posting ....

[noirsphynx]

Thanks and funny you should say that as my tattoo artist mentioned the possibility of adding an anemone to it later :lol:

That's an awesome idea!

[fishoholic]

I would put a bumper sticker on your keyboard if I thought it would stop you from posting ....

:pound: :spit:

[MarkoD]

I would put a bumper sticker on your keyboard if I thought it would stop you from posting ....

I don't get it.....

[Aquattro]

I don't get it.....


I know....s'ok...

[MarkoD]

Maybe funnier in ecard form?

[Coralgurl]

Good luck with your tattoo today Laurie! I got mine a number of years ago and I just remember it felt like being scratched repeatedly in the same spot for a period of time. My artist was great and if he noticed it bothering me, would stop for a few minutes.

[fishoholic]

Good luck with your tattoo today Laurie! I got mine a number of years ago and I just remember it felt like being scratched repeatedly in the same spot for a period of time. My artist was great and if he noticed it bothering me, would stop for a few minutes.

Thanks I'm heading out in a few minutes!!!!!! EEK!!!!!!!

[MarkoD]

if the pain gets too much, just pinch your leg.

it'll distract your brain from the pain on your arm. true story

[fishoholic]

Maybe funnier in ecard form?


Brad I found one that should help
http://www.stevenhumour.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/funny-ecards-23.jpg

[Aquattro]

Brad I found one that should help
http://www.stevenhumour.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/funny-ecards-23.jpg

That works, thx :)

[Ross]

http://static.someecards.com/someecards/usercards/1345043564187_8986057.png

[fishoholic]

All done!!!!! Did it all with no breaks :surprise: finished in 2hrs. Definitely hurt more in some spots then others and the colour hurt more then the outline but all in all not as horrible as I had thought it would be :biggrin:

http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii53/Laurie_Morin/Snapbucket/8C955792.jpg

[doch]

Nice! Looks great! When are you getting the nem? Lol

[fishoholic]

Nice! Looks great! When are you getting the nem? Lol

When my wallet recovers! :lol: and thanks :biggrin: I have to admit I'm still trying to wrap my brain around paying someone $315.00 to hurt me for 2hrs.

[fishoholic]

Wrap removed and all cleaned up, Dang it's sore and hurts!!!!!!! :neutral:

http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii53/Laurie_Morin/DSC_0160.jpg

[cale262]

Wrap removed and all cleaned up, Dang it's sore and hurts!!!!!!! :neutral:




Looks great, just chase a couple percocet with the rye of you choice and you'll be A_O_K.

[Ross]

Hey Laurie,

Are you intending on getting the bands filled in with white in time?

[Aquattro]

Hey Laurie,

Are you intending on getting the bands filled in with white in time?

I wouldn't bother, white is really hard to do. A little sun and it's gone.

[The Grizz]

I wouldn't bother, white is really hard to do. A little sun and it's gone.

+1 most tattoo artists I know only use white to mix with other colors as it will not last on its own.

Laurie, did they not tell you to keep it wrapped for 24-48 hrs?

Looks great btw. :thumb:

Need to get something going on my 4th tattoo, a grizzly looking like its ripping through my left calf. ( go figure eh )

[fishoholic]

Hey Laurie,

Are you intending on getting the bands filled in with white in time?

The bands were filled in with white, it's red and sore now so it isn't showing very well. Apparently when it heals up the white should "pop" or at least that what my tattoo artist said. After 6 weeks I do get a free touch up so if the white isn't showing too well I'll have her go over it again.

[fishoholic]

+1 most tattoo artists I know only use white to mix with other colors as it will not last on its own.

Laurie, did they not tell you to keep it wrapped for 24-48 hrs?

Looks great btw. :thumb:

Need to get something going on my 4th tattoo, a grizzly looking like its ripping through my left calf. ( go figure eh )

Thanks Grizz. They told me 2-4 hours, so I did for 4hrs I would of been happy to keep it wrapped longer but thought I should do what I was told so I don't mess it up. They said you can wrap again if needed for work but it was better not to. Even Doug said that it's better to let it breathe and heal and not have it wrapped for to long :noidea: Just followed the at care home sheet I was given.

I was warned that the white could fade over time but I wanted the bands white so she did them white.

[DAVE]

Tattoo looks great, nice piece.

[doch]

The bands were filled in with white, it's red and sore now so it isn't showing very well. Apparently when it heals up the white should "pop" or at least that what my tattoo artist said. After 6 weeks I do get a free touch up so if the white isn't showing too well I'll have her go over it again.

You can definitely see that she threw some white in there. The way that you have to look at white is that it will fade and it may turn yellow. Worst case, you have a gold stripe clown!

[fishoholic]

You can definitely see that she threw some white in there. The way that you have to look at white is that it will fade and it may turn yellow. Worst case, you have a gold stripe clown!

:lol: that will work. I'm also fairly white to begin with so I imagine its hard to tell the difference.