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Tattoo Process :

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I follow a TON of tattoo artists on Instagram! That’s were I find most tattoos I love. Tattoo artists are, well, artists and that means they will have their own style of art and techniques. I choose artists based on their portfolio. Some tattoo artists can mimic other styles but as an (digital/traditional) artist myself, I’d much rather people come to me for what my actual style is. Like I wouldn’t ask a traditional tattoo artist who mostly deals in black and gray wash to do a pastel anime tattoo.

I suggest you search on Instagram for tattoo artists whose portfolio speaks to you. However, they may not be close to you. I travelled for mine. I’m in Indiana and I planned a big trip going north to Detroit and then Toronto for my recent tattoos.

As for requesting a tattoo, most artists will advertise if their bookings are open or closed. Some will use a form or others will tell you to email them. They will ask you for your idea, size, placement. They may even ask you for photos of that part of your body and even inspiration for the tattoo you want. It’s good to give them images of tattoos they themselves have done that you like. Plus any other reference you have.

After the request is sent, they will confirm the appointment (hopefully if they don’t fill up so fast) and try to lock in dates and time with you. They will also ask you for a deposit, usually 50-100 dollars to secure that time. It’s typically non-refundable to protect themselves for no shows because they will do work/draw up until the appointment. They should have their policy in their forms somewhere.

You most likely won’t see art from them til the day of the appointment. This is for multiple reasons: they are working and you are not the only client they have so they will prep your tattoo closer to the date of your appointment and because they can make adjustments in person on the fly at the appointment. If you love the artist’s portfolio, trust their art ability. It never hurts to ask tho, so if you’re nervous I would suggest asking “when should I expect to see art for my tattoo? What’s your process for when I will be able to review the art?”

Getting tattoos is fun and exciting but also scary because it’s permanent. I always tell people if at any time during the inquiry process, the art review process, the meeting in person vibes, or if you have any doubts, do not follow through with the appointment! You need to feel good when making a big modification to your body!!!

The tattoo artists I went to were all very nice, considerate, accommodating, and easy to talk with. I had a good time with all 3 of them.

They are: Rosie Cole (Detroit), fruitcough (Toronto) and TinyBaki (Toronto).

Oh! And if you like an artist, check out the studio they are a part of! There may be other artists there who do similar-ish aesthetic tattoos there!

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The tattoo process typically involves the following steps:

1. Choose your design and placement

2. Clean the area to be tattooed

3. Apply a transfer of the design

4. Trace the design onto the skin

5. Begin tattooing