Im getting something small done but need the tattoo artist to draw some extra details... does he do that on the day of my appointment or is this a long process? First tattoo - very confused.. I know I could just call and ask but I dont want to sound like an idiot.. help?
2007-10-29 13:27:14 · 16 answers · asked by Mandy 3 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Tattoos
My brother works at a tattoo parlor. Here's what they do:
1) tell them what you want
2) they will sketch it out (on the same day) of what the tattoo will look like
3) if you like the sketch, they will then tattoo it onto your body.
**all of this happens on the same day(:
2007-10-29 13:30:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
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Im getting something small done but need the tattoo artist to draw some extra details... does he do that on the day of my appointment or is this a long process? First tattoo - very confused.. I know I could just call and ask but I dont want to sound like an idiot.. help?
2015-08-19 07:23:55 · answer #3 · answered by Cinnamon 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For something small, they will do it on the spot/while you wait... they will talk the whole design over with you. Keep in mind that you won't be able to make it too small, as your skin streches over time etc. They especially won't do any tiny text.
If they're a very busy parlour, you'll most likely have to go for a coffee or go back the next day before it's done and you'll have to pay a deposit on your work so that they're not wasting their time if you decide to chicken out!
Oh and the actual tattoo, if it's small and just black and white, can possibly only take 20 mins (very bearable!), but if you're getting it coloured etc, could take up to about an hour. (This is just a vague guess based on tatts I've had done.) Some artists who are very experienced will be able to work very wuickly, especially with a small & simple design.
2007-10-29 13:36:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
If your tattoo is small it will all be done in one sitting. Be sure you go to a good tattoo artist. Spend the extra time and efort to get there and pay him or her because this is something you will have for life. Good artist will paint you correctly and the colors won't bleed or run. If you go to someone who is just learning or doesn't have good equipment you could end up with problems. I had a rather large tattoo on my back with a few details and it only took a couple of hours. If yours is small, it should only take maybe an hour and you will be done. You can take nearly any photo or drawing to an artist and he can transfer that to your skin. If it is small he can enlarge it if it is big he can reduce it. They will put a "transfer" image on your body which is kind of like on of those water based tattoos you could wash off as a kid. Then they will take their tattoo needle and trace those lines. It feels like someone scratching your skin rapidly with sharp nails, but as the gun moves along that area just feels "red" like a sun burn. That feeling lasts for about a day ad a half. Make sure to follow the instructions that come with your tattoo. Mine were don't go swimming in a pool for a couple of weeks and avoid sunlight on the area and a few other things. Take care of it when it is fresh and it will look great for a lifetime.
2007-10-29 13:37:20 · answer #5 · answered by j l 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually, the tattoo artist will charge you a deposit and make a consultation appointment to draw what you would like to have done, and that money would go to your tattoo price. I would worry more about cleanliness and his level of professionalism before I worried about the actual tattoo. Also, if it has a lot of detail it will take longer to do, plus you don't want it to be too small or else it will look strange.
2007-10-29 13:38:13 · answer #6 · answered by Derby Girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He/She probably going to finish your whole tattooo the day of your appointment. Usually bigger and more detailed tattoos take up sessions. If yours is small I'm sure it shouldn't take that long to finish it up.
I totally understand with the whole "first tattoo" thing. I was very afraid of things like, the pain, healing process, tatto process, what do I need to use to heal my tattoo, blah blah blah. All that good stuff.
Make sure you pay close attention to your tattooist when your tattoo is done because he/she will give you very important information how to take care of your tattoo and what are the "dos" & "donts".
GOOD LUCK!
Mstine
2007-10-29 13:33:46 · answer #7 · answered by Mstine 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
got the inside of both ankles tattooed (over the ankle bone itself) and it hurt a lot for about a day after, even moving my ankles hurt. That's about the most painful tattoo when it came to healing. I have a lot of tattoo's, in all of the places people say are very painful to have tattooed and they've all healed with no pain, but those two hurt like a *****.
2016-03-20 01:46:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lol a small tattoo will probably not take very long. It can't be too detailed and stall be clear, so they artist might want to make it a little bigger. Don't worry about sounding stupid just find an artist you like and go talk with him or her!
2007-10-29 13:30:14 · answer #9 · answered by kitmandoo22 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Everywhere works differently. Some places you can go in and get one done there and then, some you have to book a time. I had to book a time for mine.
But you can take your picture and/ or ideas with you and discuss them. Ask for an estimated price, and then they should either
A) draw up your design and do it there and then
or
B) keep the design/ ideas and give you a time to come back and have it done.
Even if you go in and ask about it, if you don't feel ready to have it done that day, just ask if you can come back tomorrow =)
2007-10-29 13:38:33 · answer #10 · answered by sparkle 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋