behind the ear tattoo's...?

Lani

i want to get one behind my ear, but i just want to know how much it hurts...
im thinking about getting stars behind my ear... they'll start big and get smaller as they get closer to the top of my ear... probably only like three our four... what do u think?

Answer
i know two ppl with tattoos behind both their ears. they both said it was nothing painful, but the tattoo gun was just very loud.

the first girl has a tattoo of lips behind one ear and a martini drink on the other side. it symbolizes her clothing line called martini kisses designs. its actually real small and cute.

the second girl has a tattoo of the treble cleft symbol behind one ear and the bass cleft on the other side. she is a musician.

Question about my Tattoo, I hope its not serious trouble.?

funkyramon

Well, I was an idiot and I got a tattoo done in a basement,
sterelized, from what I know. The girl had a proffesional tattoo gun,
and was an apprentice,

The tattoo I got was all black, and it seems to be scabby now, but around the sides.. are a dark blue, is this a bruise.. because I have
had them for almost 2 days? or is this..The ink going under my skin
and ruining it, please help.

Im pretty scared.

thanks.

Answer
Did the person you let do this to you tell you how to take care of a tattoo properly? If it's scabby then it's getting too dry. DO NOT pick the scabs, because that can pull out some of the ink and your design will be messed up. I used Palmer's cocoa butter lotion to heal my two tattoos. It keeps them moist and is great for the skin. Just don't let it stay too wet either, or it can get infected and ooze. You need to consult a professional tattoo artist and show them what you have, so that they can tell you how to fix it. I would go to a tattoo shop with a good reputation and ask them what you can do to save your tat, and your skin, so that it doesn't look horrible after it heals.

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Should i ever get a tattoo?

izziebby

well, to start off...
i want a tattoo on my lower back
like a butterfly, or some stars
but i definitely want it on my lower back

the thing is, that i dont know how much this hurts
people have told me it is extremely painful
i dont want to regret gettting the tatto either
do you guys think its a good idea?

and since this will (maybe) be my first tattoo
and i have no experience
how are tattos made?

thanks for taking the time to answer my question

Answer
The short answer is yes, it will hurt - but not as bad as you might expect.

There are a few rules you can follow to make it hurt less.

1. No alcohol or drugs for 24 hours before, don't be tempted to go for a bit of dutch courage beforehand as this will thin your blood and make you bleed more.

2. Make sure that you have eaten a good meal in the few hours prior to getting tattooed. This is pretty important, I have a lot of tattoos and found that when i had eaten prior to getting them done i felt less pain. also think of things in advance, if your tattoo is going to be on your lower back will your jeans / belt rub off it on the journey home from the tattoo shop? Maybe wear tracksuit pants or something loose.

3. Bring a sugary snack and a soft drink with you, this is another thing my tattooist recommended and it helped me when i was being tattooed for longer periods - has something to do with blood sugar levels I think.

4. The outline is the worst part and that's what they start with, so the first few minutes is usually the worst, after that your endorphins (body's natural pain killers) kick in and it gets easier, don't throw in the towel within the first few minutes because it gets a lot easier as time goes on.

5. I also found that the pain is only there while the needle is on your skin, like when they lift the tattoo gun off you it eases right away, so if there's a particular part that's getting to much for you, just ask the tattooist to give you a short break or move to a different area.

6. In my opinion, the sensation of getting tattooed is different from pain, even though they use a needle its not like being pricked or pierced. its more an itchy burning scratching feeling. obviously its different depending on where you get your tattoo. I find that tattooing over an area where there is a bone close to the skin is more 'painfull' then on a fleshy area, but maybe that's just me.

7. Don't think about the pain too much, it will definitely make it worse, just be relaxed and you will find its a lot easier then you thought it would be. you might even enjoy the whole experience!

8. Above all to prevent future 'mental' pain, be 100% sure of the design you want, maybe get an artistic friend to design it for you or bring your ideas to the tattoo artist and get them to do a custom design for you. It will help if the design has a special meaning for you. Don't pick a design off the wall of the shop! did you ever go out to a club or pub and see somebody wearing the exact same top or dress as you? sucks doesn't it? Well, imagine being on the beach and seeing someone with the exact same tattoo as you, its worse because at least you can change your clothes - that ink is on you forever!

As regards your other questions;

Are tattoo's a good idea?
Well yes, I think tattoo's are a good idea (I have both arms almost fully covered) but they have to be planned correctly. As I've already said, be 100% sure of your design, it's going to be with you for your life. also be sure of the placement - Will you want you tattoo to be visible to others? what about in the future like on your wedding day? I know a few girls who couldn't wear the wedding dress they wanted because it showed their tattoo and they wanted to keep it hidden, try think of these type of situations before planning a tattoo.

How are tattoos made?
They use a machine with a fine needle (sometimes with a few needles) which they dip in ink and then use to draw the design onto your skin. the needle moves back and forth very quickly and it punctures a few layers of skin and the ink is left underneath.

Good luck with it

behind the ear tattoo's...?

Lani

i want to get one behind my ear, but i just want to know how much it hurts...
im thinking about getting stars behind my ear... they'll start big and get smaller as they get closer to the top of my ear... probably only like three our four... what do u think?

Answer
i know two ppl with tattoos behind both their ears. they both said it was nothing painful, but the tattoo gun was just very loud.

the first girl has a tattoo of lips behind one ear and a martini drink on the other side. it symbolizes her clothing line called martini kisses designs. its actually real small and cute.

the second girl has a tattoo of the treble cleft symbol behind one ear and the bass cleft on the other side. she is a musician.

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Henna tattoos on guys?

TJ

Is it considered improper or "gay" for a dude to get a henna tat? Not some flower stuff with swirls and twists, but instead like a normal tattoo design, just with henna?

IE - a skull, a chain of bullets, a gun, a motorcycle, a scroll, Chinese characters, etc. etc.

Answer
No. In general. In specific cultural situations it would be inappropriate, or at least nontraditional, for a man to get henna. For your average westerner looking for a fun design, it's fine. I love doing henna on guys. Girls like flowers and other things that are easy. Guys usually want something more geometric or uncommon, which is a nice challenge. Plus they're a bigger canvas, so you can make huge dragons and battle scenes.

How should I tell if the tattoo shop and artist is good enough?

I would like to get a tattoo for my birthday. It will be my first one. Is there anything I should look out for as far as a decent shop? Also..because I am a girl..I feel there are only few places tattoos would look nice if you are a girl and have a tattoo where is yours? I'd like some ideas of where to put a tattoo.

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Very simple. Any reputable tattoo shops will have their artists portfolios out so that you can look at them. If they don't then they are probably not professional and you should avoid them. Also, look for cleanliness. A good shop is a clean shop. Also a good shop will not have you pay until the tattoo is finished. They will make sure that you have enough money, but not ask you to pay until the work is done. A good artist will always open the needles in front of you, assemble the tattoo gun in front of you, and wear gloves at all times!!. A good artist also is not afraid to tell you that a flash design looks better on paper than it does on skin. A good artist is also not afraid to talk you out of getting a design that you may regret later or be unsure about getting in the first place. The biggest thing to remember is that you pay for what you get. That goes for everything in life, tattoos are no different. So shop around and look at prices. If the price seems too cheap to believe, then you should probably not believe in the quality of it. REMEMBER, TATTOOS ARE FOREVER! As far as ideas and locations go, that's up to you and the artist. A tattoo should mean something, not be just a trendy thing, or something that a million other people have. The best advice I can give you in that area is get something kinda small (not a whole back piece or something large like that) for your first tattoo. Make sure you are able to handle the pain. Also maybe get it somewhere that it can be hidden in case you don't ever plan on getting any more. If you like getting tattoos as much as I did then you wont mind people seeing other ones you may get in the future. I made the concious decision to get my arms sleeved down. I thought about future jobs I might get and having to wear long sleeve shits forever. I took all that into consideration before I even got my first tattoo.Think long and hard about what you want to get!! Hope I could help! :-)

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how many tattoos do you have?

bmebodymod

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I have been under the "gun" thirteen times. My Tattoos are all of Native and tribal design. They usually shock most people because of there size and design. People usually expect a girl to have little flowers, butterflies etc. My smallest one took an hour and the largest took 8 (done in one sitting) Ink on people!

Good tattoo idea Yo ?

Max

I'm a male and I'm turning 18 in a month and I want to get a tattoo...but I have no idea of what I want. Would be a great help if someone give a an idea, maybe something to be with the fact I'm turning 18 or something like that. Peace

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Your First Tattoo should be small to medium size at first in a place that you can cover with pants or a shirt if you don't know what you want already (this way it can be Hidden for employment or whatnot). It should also not be in Color since some people Decide after they get a Color Tattoo, that they should have stuck with only Black and White, and the Color tattoo is the one they don't like the most. No Color, unless it's something your absolutely sure you want, not a impulsive Decision. Many Shops Have Hundreds of Designs in books when you get ther you can flip through (I assume this is a rite of Passage type thing), so don't get any writing, or anything that represents your age, when you are older you may regret it, wait until you are sure what you want for Tattoo's like That. My buddy and I ditched school when I turned Eighteen and both got Tattoos that day, no Idea what we wanted, but all the High school girls back then dug guys with Tattoos. My buddy got a Scorpion about 4" big in Black and White, he was Mexican/Native American so it fit him well. I got a 4" tall picture of "Marvin the Martian" from Looney tunes shooting a Ray Gun in Black and White, we were in L.A. County. We both Decided on our Right Upper arm. Now I have 14 Tattoos, and want 3 More in U.V. Ink (Shows up in Black light, with a lightly visible outline (Scar like) in all other light. I am an Ex-Paratrooper, so my Social Security Number Means alot to me, so I want to get it (in U.V. Ink) in Barcode form on the Back of my neck, also in U.V., on the Back of my Hands I want to get an Oroboros (U.V., Left Hand, Dragon eating it's own tail represents Reincarnation and the Circle/Cycle of Life), and a Hong of War(U.V.,Right Hand, Two Head Dragon upright with the two heads Fighting/Facing Each other, represents War, and to me the last 10+ years of "Holy" War, From Ghangis Kongs day back in Mongolia and China). I am Ordained Taoist and most My Tattoos have Religous meaning, my Left Arm: ForeArm; (Front) Taurus Constelation Mapped out (also on my right, both at wrist level, For the 12 month Zodiac, my Sun sign and Moon sign are the Same), year of the Rabbit (B-Day in Chinese Zodiac Script), Hexagon/Hexagram (Star of David, I am 1/8 Jewish of French Decent) (Back of ForeArm) Egyptian Ankh with infinity Sign in it (sideways 8, or 2 perfect Circles Joined, wrist level), U.S. Army Airborne Wings (with Green/Olive Drab Parachute Conopy) with Black Beret on it (for Rangers, before the Army switched to everyone wearing a Black Beret), Yin and Yang. Upper left: Tribal Arm Band (all the way around, from one side of my pit to the other), Sign of Aries (the 13 sign Zodiac, modern Zodiac, same as on the right also). Upper Back/Low Neck: Star of Lakshmi, Rub el Hizb (Octogram/Octogon, faded a little so take care of yours, espeacially the first week). Right Arm: ForeArm: (Front) Taurus Constelation Mapped, Year of the Dragon (year I was old enough to become a Chief in Judaism, in Chinese Script, I wanted something Dragon Related but not a cheesy Dragon Picture) and a Penticle (5 Pointed Star, 5 elements, earth, Water, Fire, Air, Heart) (Back, otherside) Sacred Heart (burnt almost completely off, years later) on a Sword shaped like a Crucifix (Color). Upper Right Arm: Peace sign in Rose stems (blurred spikes 20 years later) with amererican Stars and Stripes inside, Marvin the Martian (From Looney tunes, "must Destroy the Earth it Disrupts my View of Venus, Where is that P-38 Space Modulator?".), Sign of Aries.

I put the ones on my left because they represent the Loving and nutureing side of Religion, and the ones on my right (i.e., the Right Hand of God) represent the Wrathful side of Religion, except for Marvin, I still like my Marvin though, I have had it 18+ years, and Looney tunes are timeless, and Innocent.

Oh yeah, if you take in your own Design, be sure to make sure the Artist takes into account that when he Copies it, if he uses a photo copier, it will be Mirror imaged (Reversed), so he has to copy it twice, My beret on my Airborne Wings is on reversed, because I didn't notice, and don't be surprised if you have to go in and get touched up after (it's usually free if you go in a week or two after you get it, and get a reciept for proof.

you could go always go the Zodiac route, Besure to read my answer though:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Asts6yFxy_d1QT0hBru1jWDty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20120502052735AAAFQsF

**********No, Girlfriends/Partners names, ever. Check out this Question and my answer, about a Youngster (j/k) with a Tattoo they want to remove but can't afford to, so they want to cover it up, if you want:
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AvuH6vRZtEJC8LXTiOGEiZHty6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20120502032408AACQwwI

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What are some good tatoo design ideas for a 12 year old girl?

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me

I want a cute and feminine tattoo, but i also want it pretty small. also, where should i get it?

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No one in there right mind will give you a tattoo at 12. If you get it that young it will be all faded and look crappy when you get older because your body is still growing. my step mom got one when she was 15 of a rose on her boob and she hates it now and wishes shed never gotten it. my little brother got one of a yin yang on his arm when he was 14 and now it looks sooo tiny on his big arm. they were both not done at a tattoo shop just with a friends tattoo gun. they will not look good. they will look like jailhouse tattoos.

What do I need to be a certified tattoo artist? Training, college, liscences, etc. Actually doing it or design

rezruf

I generally have wanted to do game graphics and programming. However a recent thought has struck me. I seen one girl in college that wanted to be a tattoo artist and recently the idea struck me that it might be a neat thing to do. I just want to know what I have to put into it and what I could get out of it.

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you really dont need anything.. all you need is great artistic ability... lots of tattoos.. a chill attitude and an artist to take you in as an apprentice..
Generally apprenticeship is 1 year.. there is NO PAY.. and you cannot tattoo ANYTHING for 6 months.. that means done get your own gun..
Just get to know some of your local artists.. Once you are on good terms, ask about apprenticeship.. If the first says No.. go to another.. They always need apprentices.. and depending on where you live.. there may be a good stock of tattoo shops!

Best of luck!

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Tattoo ?

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FreyaWhite

I'm getting a tattoo for my 17th birthday(Yes I do know you have to be 18)
And I have no ideas of what to get at all. The idea of choosing something that has to stay with my through my life is daunting.
Ive googled tattoo designs but nothing good comes up. So any ideas?
Im looking for something artistic. Im a girly girl. Nothing too big. Any ideas?
Also would I be able to design my own and hand it in to the tattoo artist?

Answer
Ask yourself why do you feel that you have to get a tattoo, when you have no idea what you want, and you're not sure how you feel about having one for your whole life. What's your hurry? Someone holding a gun to your head?
Really, it is a good rule of thumb, to not get a tattoo, unless you have an image/idea that you thought of yourself, always related to, or just 'knew' that it was right for you. If you have nothing in your head, please don't just grab something, just to do it. There are a lot of other good ideas for your 17th birthday gift.
If you 'just have to do it' .. well my advise would be to go for a flower. (unless you hate them..) but they age well, there is a huge variety or shape, style, color, and size. They can be placed anywhere and go with anything. When you are old, you will still love your flower.
So, now you think, look, search, (if you really want one). Or wait,.. there is no hurry.
Here is a good source site:http://tattoo.about.com/
Here are a few tattoo worthy flowers:
http://goldencrownpetals.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/images/yellow_lily.362222054_std.jpg
http://www.powersthatbe.com/island_treasures/hawaiian_oils/graphics/at_hibiscus.jpg
http://www.bluehawaiiweddings.com/images/hibiscus_pink11.jpg
http://www.urbansoftwear.net/large/blue-flower.jpg
http://www.eyesontheprize.org/img/iris_nobg300.jpg
http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r169/JLP517/orange-flower.jpg
http://fine-art-prints-store.com/images/15300-red-rose.jpg
http://dpnow.com/galleries/data/500/2007-03-15-purple-flower-2-.jpg
Make sure that you find a well established, experienced, licensed artist, and that way you won't be looking for a cover up tattoo, or laser removal within 5 years.
Good luck with your decision.

how many tattoos do you have?

bmebodymod

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I have been under the "gun" thirteen times. My Tattoos are all of Native and tribal design. They usually shock most people because of there size and design. People usually expect a girl to have little flowers, butterflies etc. My smallest one took an hour and the largest took 8 (done in one sitting) Ink on people!

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What do I need to be a certified tattoo artist? Training, college, liscences, etc. Actually doing it or design

gun tattoos designs for girls image

rezruf

I generally have wanted to do game graphics and programming. However a recent thought has struck me. I seen one girl in college that wanted to be a tattoo artist and recently the idea struck me that it might be a neat thing to do. I just want to know what I have to put into it and what I could get out of it.

Answer
you really dont need anything.. all you need is great artistic ability... lots of tattoos.. a chill attitude and an artist to take you in as an apprentice..
Generally apprenticeship is 1 year.. there is NO PAY.. and you cannot tattoo ANYTHING for 6 months.. that means done get your own gun..
Just get to know some of your local artists.. Once you are on good terms, ask about apprenticeship.. If the first says No.. go to another.. They always need apprentices.. and depending on where you live.. there may be a good stock of tattoo shops!

Best of luck!

What do gun tattoos represent when on girls abdomen?

Meowllo

Ex: http://www.google.com/search?tbm=isch&source=mog&hl=en&gl=us&client=safari&tab=wi&q=gun%20tattoo%20on%20women&sa=N&biw=320&bih=416#i=5

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The link doesn't work - just takes me to the google homepage.

It doesn't really mean anything - just that it's what the girl wanted done, and where she wanted it done. Not all people put a large amount of thought and sentiment into their tattoos, and that will be their burden later in life.
But it's also not anyone's place to speculate what an individual's tattoo means. If they wanted the world to know, they would make it known. I don't tell everyone what my tattoos mean, because a lot of them are deeply personal and carry painful memories. That said, I'm not an idiot who gets guns on my abdomen. I get custom designs - drawn either by myself, my husband, or my tattoo artist - and each little detail, and the placement of the tattoo tie into the sybolism of it.

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Should i ever get a tattoo?

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izziebby

well, to start off...
i want a tattoo on my lower back
like a butterfly, or some stars
but i definitely want it on my lower back

the thing is, that i dont know how much this hurts
people have told me it is extremely painful
i dont want to regret gettting the tatto either
do you guys think its a good idea?

and since this will (maybe) be my first tattoo
and i have no experience
how are tattos made?

thanks for taking the time to answer my question

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The short answer is yes, it will hurt - but not as bad as you might expect.

There are a few rules you can follow to make it hurt less.

1. No alcohol or drugs for 24 hours before, don't be tempted to go for a bit of dutch courage beforehand as this will thin your blood and make you bleed more.

2. Make sure that you have eaten a good meal in the few hours prior to getting tattooed. This is pretty important, I have a lot of tattoos and found that when i had eaten prior to getting them done i felt less pain. also think of things in advance, if your tattoo is going to be on your lower back will your jeans / belt rub off it on the journey home from the tattoo shop? Maybe wear tracksuit pants or something loose.

3. Bring a sugary snack and a soft drink with you, this is another thing my tattooist recommended and it helped me when i was being tattooed for longer periods - has something to do with blood sugar levels I think.

4. The outline is the worst part and that's what they start with, so the first few minutes is usually the worst, after that your endorphins (body's natural pain killers) kick in and it gets easier, don't throw in the towel within the first few minutes because it gets a lot easier as time goes on.

5. I also found that the pain is only there while the needle is on your skin, like when they lift the tattoo gun off you it eases right away, so if there's a particular part that's getting to much for you, just ask the tattooist to give you a short break or move to a different area.

6. In my opinion, the sensation of getting tattooed is different from pain, even though they use a needle its not like being pricked or pierced. its more an itchy burning scratching feeling. obviously its different depending on where you get your tattoo. I find that tattooing over an area where there is a bone close to the skin is more 'painfull' then on a fleshy area, but maybe that's just me.

7. Don't think about the pain too much, it will definitely make it worse, just be relaxed and you will find its a lot easier then you thought it would be. you might even enjoy the whole experience!

8. Above all to prevent future 'mental' pain, be 100% sure of the design you want, maybe get an artistic friend to design it for you or bring your ideas to the tattoo artist and get them to do a custom design for you. It will help if the design has a special meaning for you. Don't pick a design off the wall of the shop! did you ever go out to a club or pub and see somebody wearing the exact same top or dress as you? sucks doesn't it? Well, imagine being on the beach and seeing someone with the exact same tattoo as you, its worse because at least you can change your clothes - that ink is on you forever!

As regards your other questions;

Are tattoo's a good idea?
Well yes, I think tattoo's are a good idea (I have both arms almost fully covered) but they have to be planned correctly. As I've already said, be 100% sure of your design, it's going to be with you for your life. also be sure of the placement - Will you want you tattoo to be visible to others? what about in the future like on your wedding day? I know a few girls who couldn't wear the wedding dress they wanted because it showed their tattoo and they wanted to keep it hidden, try think of these type of situations before planning a tattoo.

How are tattoos made?
They use a machine with a fine needle (sometimes with a few needles) which they dip in ink and then use to draw the design onto your skin. the needle moves back and forth very quickly and it punctures a few layers of skin and the ink is left underneath.

Good luck with it

Henna tattoos on guys?

TJ

Is it considered improper or "gay" for a dude to get a henna tat? Not some flower stuff with swirls and twists, but instead like a normal tattoo design, just with henna?

IE - a skull, a chain of bullets, a gun, a motorcycle, a scroll, Chinese characters, etc. etc.

Answer
No. In general. In specific cultural situations it would be inappropriate, or at least nontraditional, for a man to get henna. For your average westerner looking for a fun design, it's fine. I love doing henna on guys. Girls like flowers and other things that are easy. Guys usually want something more geometric or uncommon, which is a nice challenge. Plus they're a bigger canvas, so you can make huge dragons and battle scenes.

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