by Derek | Mar 24, 2020 | Body Art
Getting a tattoo is a big decision and requires proper consideration in choosing the parlor or the artist. Even if your decision is in jest, your choice of artist or the studio shouldn’t be made lightly. In order to get the best tattoo in the safest way possible, it is important to give due thought in making the decision about your choice of the studio. Here are the things to consider before choosing a tattoo parlor. The Artist’s Experience and Capabilities When getting a tattoo, it is important to inquire about the artists working there. You can check tattoo parlors’ websites to know more about their artists. Use online searches to your advantage here. Use keywords with your location to search for local tattoo parlors and find a link to their websites. For instance, use keywords such as Raleigh tattoo parlors or something similar to get good search results for this location. Reputed tattoo parlors mention artists’ profiles on their websites. You can check them to know more about an artist’s style, experience, and capabilities. It will help you to choose an artist who specializes in the kind of tattoo you want. You can also check a sample of the artists’ work on the websites or the parlors’ social pages. Checking the portfolio of artists is a great way to see if you connect with their artistic style. Perhaps it will help you to change your mind about the kind of tattoo you want after noticing something more striking than what you had in mind. Perhaps you will be able to get more clarity of the ink pattern you... by Derek | Feb 11, 2020 | Body Art
Getting inked is all the craze right now and it is easy to see why. You get to choose your own personal (and permanent) way to express who you are, with a work of art. The flipside to this is that since it is a permanent, one wrong line and it stays with you forever. Therefore it is so important to do your research before you get a tattoo done. Here are step by step instructions on how to go from clueless to inked! STEP 1: ASK FRIENDS AND FAMILY If you know someone personally with a tattoo you like, talk to them about their journey to getting the tattoo. -Where did they get their tattoo? Would they recommend that place for your first ink? What kind of research did they do before getting inked? Do they know other places you should look into? Have they looked into Raleigh tattoo places? Are there any valuable lessons they learned from their own mistakes that you can consider before you get your first tattoo? What is the story behind their tattoo? These questions not only help you understand the world of tattoo art but is a great conversation piece! STEP 2: LOOK AT REVIEWS ONLINE If you do know someone that was helpful in giving you their opinions or reviews, make sure to check those places out! If you are not fortunate enough to know someone who can help you through this, the internet is a great place to start. Look up tattoo parlors with the best reviews. In either case, always remember, it is just a ‘review’ or one person’s... by Derek | Nov 8, 2019 | Body Art
Piercing Shops When you’re thinking of getting a body part pierced, all you need to do is type in Piercing shops near me on Google and voila! A list of piercing shops within drivable distance presents itself, and lo, you have the answer to your problems, although wait! Is that really the only thing you need to do? What are the other potential risks you’re facing when putting your body through this procedure? What are some factors you need to consider apart from the “piercing shops near me,” Google search? If you’re considering getting piercing and nervous about all the risks you’ve heard from other folks, fret not, for you’ve come to the right place. The truth is that almost 49% of women and 19% of men in America have piercings all over their bodies (not limited to the earlobe): it is quite a popular gesture. Back in the day, women got their ears pierced so that they could display a wider range of jewelry, but with time, things have changed. Women and men are now increasingly getting their bodies pierced all over: from eyebrows to noses, from tongues to navels, and let’s not forget genitals- it’s almost become a sign of artistic expression. Risks & Complications of Piercings So how do 49% of women and 19% of men go about making this decision? Do they consider all the risks and complications that may follow post the procedure? No, which is how we learn about the risks and complications, to begin with! The truth is that so long as you get your piercing done by a trained professional, you’re... by Derek | Sep 10, 2019 | Body Art
Finding the best tattoo artists in Fayetteville NC can be tricky if you do not know where to start. There are various things to look for when picking the best artist. Tattoos are for a lifetime, so choosing an artist is a decision that you should not take lightly. Take enough time and pick an artist that you will be comfortable with. Before getting started to make sure you have confidence in their abilities. The first thing you can do is start your search from an online resource. There are sites that help you to search for your local area or an area of your choice and provide results for tattoo artists and parlors. After shortlisting some of the tattoo parlors, then you need to consider the following factors to help you find the artist of your choice. Online Reviews and Word of Mouth The first step you should take is to ask around. Speak to your family members or friends who got inked. Also, ask them to ask their family and friends too. A perfect place to start is getting direct advice from people. If they had a good experience with a specific artist, then you must contact that artist for more information. Even if a particular artist does not excite you, it is still worth asking as you can get information about bad experiences and artists to avoid. When searching online for artists you can get good insights into their previous experiences that are displayed on the site. Follow the artists on social media you are interested in and read the reviews as well as comments. Message...