What should I not tell my tattoo artist?
Here are some things you should never say in a tattoo shop:
- I Let My Dog Sleep In My Bed With Me.
- How Much For A Sleeve?
- Can You Draw Something, And If I Like It, I Book An Appointment?
- I Am Just 17, But My Parents Approve.
- Can You Hurry Up, Please?
- I Had A Few Beers To Man Up.
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.
Will tattoo artists say no?
Although tattoo artists work with customers on a daily basis, they have the authority to refuse anyone for any reason. In most cases, artists are happy to accommodate but there are a select few tattoo requests that are likely to lead to a rejection.
How do I tell my tattoo artist I want?
What Should You Do?
- Think About What You Want. Your artist will never tell you exactly what tattoo you should get.
- Bring References.
- Say What You Want.
- Listen to Your Tattoo Artist.
- There’s No Such Thing as a Silly Question.
- Voice Your Concerns.
- Don’t Ask an Artist to Copy Someone Else’s Work.
- Don’t Over-Communicate.
Is it rude to switch tattoo artists?
It is not rude, and should not hurt their feelings – because they will want you to be happy/satisfied with whatever work you have done. It is much better for the shop and for the artist to fully support you in your selection of the artist that will be more likely to meet your needs.
Why do some tattoo artists refuse to tattoo hands?
The feet and hands have thinner skin than the rest of your body, and positioning that ink just right takes skill and practice. Just a smidge too deep or too shallow, and you’ll wind up with a blurry or discolored tattoo that screams “mistake”—and it’s one that even the most expert artist can make.
Why do tattoo artists hate finger tattoos?
How do you not annoy your tattoo artist?
Here, a few more things to avoid when getting a tattoo, so that you and your artist can be on the same page.
- Bringing Lots Of Friends. mikhail_kayl/fotolia.
- Asking To Add More To A Design That’s Already Started.
- Copying A Custom Design.
- Distracting The Artist While They Work.
- Asking Them To Draw Something For You.
Do tattoo artists like to talk?
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.
Do tattoo artists always want to do the Tattoo you request?
Believe it or not, tattoo artists don’t always want to do the tattoo you request. Say “I want a…” and cue the secretive eye roll or huff with disappointment because they have to sit for an hour-plus working on something they either aren’t a fan of or find somewhat annoying.
What should you not do when getting a tattoo?
DON’T: Demand tiny changes over and over. Don’t overly art direct your tattoo artist. Changing sizes a million times, moving the stencil ¼” several times around your body, freaking out about insignificant details just to stall or make sure, just one more time, that it’ll be perfect…all of this can be so stressful for your artist.
What if I don’t like the direction of my Tattoo?
While it can be hard to use words to express what can happen artistically, try, and if you don’t like the direction of the art, that’s okay. As long as you’re respectful, you can meet your artist in the middle, and both of you can properly collaborate on your tattoo! DON’T: Demand tiny changes over and over.
Can you meet your tattoo artist in the middle?
As long as you’re respectful, you can meet your artist in the middle, and both of you can properly collaborate on your tattoo! DON’T: Demand tiny changes over and over. Don’t overly art direct your tattoo artist.