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3 Tips To Bring Your Custom Tattoo Idea To Life

After spending countless hours on the internet looking for inspiration and even asking everyone you know about stunning tattoo designs, you've finally come up with one you really want to have tattooed on your body. However, did you sit down to ask yourself just how exactly you're going to transform that idea into a stunning piece of art on your skin? If you haven't, you're in the right place!

Today, we will help you answer that question by sharing with you some things you must do to ensure your ideas are turned to reality:

1. Find the Right Professional Artist

The most important step is to find a reputable and experienced tattoo artist to help you turn your idea into reality. You need someone who can make your tattoo look unique, and it may require multiple sessions to get it right. A good tattoo artist knows how to do this and so much more. They will know how to bring your ideas to life and keep you happy with your tattoo. Just make sure to hire a tattoo artist whose work is something you like. If they're good at tattooing their style of tattoos and it is something you like and aligns with your ideas, then reach out to them.

2. Get a Consultation

Before you book an appointment with an artist, you need to ask some questions that will help him understand your idea and the message you want to convey through your tattoo. You can't just show him a few photos of what you have in mind, as this won't be very helpful at all. You also can't just tell him or her what you want and what you're trying to convey, as they need to visually see your ideas.

During your first meeting, you and the artist should discuss the following:

Timeframe for your tattoo.

What you would like to have tattooed.

The size of the tattoo.

The placement of the tattoo.

The style of the tattoo.

The color scheme.

The artist's minimum price.

Also, don't be shy and ask the artist any further questions you may have!

3. Bring Examples and Inspirations for Your Tattoo

When you're going for a consultation, think about what you want and bring some images with you that show your ideas. You will want to bring them to the consultation, ideally printed out and organized into a folder. That way, the artist can go through them quickly and easily in order to get an idea of what you want. It is also a good idea to bring your initial ideas, as well as your thoughts on how you want your tattoo to look. This way, the artist can see what you're looking at and try to recreate it.

In some instances, you may find that an artist doesn't use photos in the consultation. In this case, you'll be expected to come prepared with your ideas drawn out on paper or a diagram to show the artist. If you find yourself in this situation, remember to make sure your drawings are as clear and detailed as possible. This way, the artist will be able to look at them and understand what you want. It is also a good idea to take some digital photos of your drawings and bring them with you to the consultation as well.

Conclusion

So, are you ready to make your dream tattoo a reality? If you're interested in learning more about your ideas, don't hesitate to take that step. Just be sure to choose the right artist and always bring examples and inspirations to your consultations! That way, they get a good idea of what you have in mind and can offer you the custom tattoo you've always wanted.

Certified Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Colorado offering stunning, high-quality tattooing services to help bring ideas to life. If you are looking for the best tattoo artists in Denver, reach out to us today!