How to Choose a Tattoo Design???

Besides reaching the decision to have a tattoo at all, the next big decision is what design to choose. Tattoos can look really cool, provided a lot of thought has gone into choosing your design, and based clearly on the understanding that this is a permanent marking on your body. Removal is expensive, painful and not always effective; thus, it's best to make the right choice from the outset, to avoid tears and regrets later.

Hopefully you won't just wake up and think to yourself, "yeah, let's get tattooed today." If you do, then rethink, and fast. The more planning that goes into your design of choice, the more likely that you will enjoy your tattoo now, into the near future and through to much later in your life.

Avoid making any rash decisions.

Avoid making any rash Decisions . The bad body art comes from making spontaneous Decisions to go and have a tattoo done on a spur of the moment . If you're getting a tattoo Because you're drunk or high , or Rebellious your friends are goading you, then you're getting a tattoo for all the wrong Reasons and the choice you make is Likely to Reflect Lack of this forethoughts . Things you will regret include:

• Any tattoo That looks like genitalia . Think about thats very carefully but not too long Because the answer is simple : Just do not do it.
• Anything misspelled ( Mostly Because you were too drunk or high to notice till later ) .
• Anything to do with high school or college ( you do will realize thats it 's over soon enough , right ? )
• Anything That mars your wedding dress , upstage your honeymoon , or your children gives an odd impression of you ...
• Anything written in a language you're not fluent in. Those Chinese characters Might look sexy until a native Chinese speaker tell you what it Really Mean is " object for sale ", " I like mold for breakfast" or " horny goat "
• Anything with the current squeeze 's name on. It Might feel like the two of you will last forever but if the tattoo has more chances of success in lasting the distance than the pair of you , this is plain dumb . The number one tattoos That artists are asked to cover up , after homemade tattoos , are names . If the person is not dead , or your child , names are Usually not the best idea.
• Anything faddish right now . A band , TV show, cartoon or comic book character you love today May not be something you want to carry around on your skin forever . It Could date you more than your Botoxed skin will ever give away ...

Slow down. 

You have your whole life to look at this tattoo, so some good reflection before getting it makes absolute good sense. Most of all, you will be happy with this design in 5 to 10 years time? Think well forward, too. Is your tattoo going to look good Even When you're old and wrinkled? Chances are, a tribal dragon, or Disney character Hello Kitty will not. 

• Think about how big of an impact the design has on you. If you've fallen in and out of like with other designs like this before, then wait a few years before you DECIDE to get it. 
• On the other hand, if a design you're thinking about is something That represents or has given you hope in a rough time in your life, helped Perhaps you find out who you are, or something along the lines of Those, then it Might be the right choice, as that monumental self-change is going to guide much of the who you Become for the rest of your life.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consider where you want the tattoo.
  
  
     This will have some Influence on the design , Especially if it's an intimate design . For any parts of your body That You show regularly ( and That is a lot of body if you're a bikini or board shorts wearer ) , then That does not leave much space for intimate tattoos That You do not want your grandmother seeing. 
• Consider how it will be Likely That You will need to cover the body area where your tattoo is to go with clothing , or Otherwise , at some point . For example , if you're a female, you will feel comfortable wearing evening wear Such As backless or strapless dresses if you have a back tattoo ?
• Think about future career options. Is a tattoo Likely to be an issue or a liability Even if it's showing with the expected work clothing or uniform ? This May Depend well on what industry you work in the Intendo but remember That with Increased fluidity , people are constantly changing careers , so you May not ever be able to be sure what you'll do down the track. Keep this in mind When Choosing placement of a tattoo.
  
  
  
  
  
  Spend some time refining the design and Choosing one That has Meaning for you.
  
   Do some research first. Head over to the library or a reputable tattoo parlor and look through tattoo design books. What sorts of designs are current, what SEEM to be timeless and what ones would you ever get in a million years ? Some things to bear in mind include:
• Stay away from the art ( known as " flash " ) shown in the studios, except as inspiration. It is better to go with a unique and original design than a mass market design - " flash " is designed by excellent artists then sold to tattoo artists around the country and around the world .
• Are there any artists Particular Whose style really impresses you? What about Their work has Such resonance for you and is Likely to be a classic over the years to come ?
• Writing, in any form or language , Should be thought over twice as long. Check and rechecks the meanings of any words or ideograms of a language you aren't fluent in. Choose quotes carefully . If using writing, also be sure to search for a font you like, or create your own.
  
  
  
  Find a tattoo artist or designer and ask Them to make a custom design for you.
  

  
   Many tattoo artists are also conventional artists, or can at least reproduce a traditional drawing, sketch or painting onto your skin. 
• Most artists will do what you want, but also excel in Certain "looks." Check Their Specific portfolios, and compare the Different styles: old school, new school, naturalistic, Asian, black and white, etc.. If you do not know what style it is you're looking at, ask. Better to know with a giggle, than to be laughed at later with a design That will not come off.
  
  
  
  Try a rehearsal run of the tattoo.
  
  

  
   Use henna to get a temporary version of the design. You will not be able to see Different colors, or Certain looks, but you will be able to judge the feeling of a tattoo. Henna Lasts a week to a month. During this time, use the Opportunity to see how it looks with your usual clothing and how you feel about it as you go about your usual, daily activities. 
• Even if a henna tattoo is out of your price range, try the Sharpie option. Crude but still EFFECT for knowing how it makes you feel to have a bold design Inked onto a part of your body.
  
  
  
  Think before you ink.
  

  
   Think about it a lot. When you are Certain, wait some more just to make sure. Ultimately, a well Chosen tattoo design can be a thing of beauty and a confidence enhancement. A poorly Chosen one done on a Whim can leave you unhappy for all time. Which will you choose Outcome?
  
  
  I hope that i have answered your questions. Next time i will do a blog about tattoo types. Thank You all!
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