There is nothing like the feeling of a finished tattoo. For many, it is a new phase in the self, marking the evolution of a single human being (pun intended). That being said, it can be difficult to choose a design or pattern that is unique. It is perfectly normal to have some hesitation when it comes to the permanence of a tattoo.
As such, we have come up with this list of the best tips and tricks to choosing the right design for yourself. After all, you’re going to end up seeing it every day for the rest of your life; it is important that you absolutely love it from the get-go. With no further ado, however, here are these tips:
1. Create a mood board
This is a technique that is used in the field of art and design regularly. It involves gathering imagery in a single board that allows you to create a sense of what you want. Make sure to incorporate colors and themes that you want incorporated into your final design.
It might also be important to gather reference photos of tattoos you appreciate. If you’re commissioning an artist to create a design for you, a mood board will help greatly in the process. In most cases, it might even be the first thing they ask you to do.
2. Take the tattoo of your search
One caveat of looking up other tattoo designs is that you might end up fixating on imagery that is too similar to someone else’s existing work. If you’re hoping for something unique, it might be best to take the word “tattoo” out of your image search. That way, your artist can create a brand new ink from scratch rather than simply replicating a design.
3. Look through the artist’s portfolio
Every artist has different skill sets, and looking through an artist’s portfolio is the best way to get a gauge of what they’re good at—and what design you can expect. After all, portfolios are specially designed to showcase the skills a professional is most proud of.
This can give you some insight into a few decisions. First, if the imagery you see is the direction you want to go on; second, if you can take inspiration from their past work.
4. Decide on placement
The placement of your tattoo is not something you can ignore, as there are a number of considerations related to it. For example, if the particular body part is exposed to frequent motion, your artist might need to do some creative designing and employing other techniques to make sure the ink lasts.
It also helps to consider your lifestyle when thinking about ink. It is an unfortunate truth that there remains some stigma surrounding it, so it is important to think about whether you want your body art to be publicly visible or hidden in some way.
Final thoughts
Getting ink is a lifelong commitment, and as such, you must think about it carefully. As a good rule of thumb, ink should always be a “Hell, yes!”. Anything less should be a no. After all, you don’t want to wake up in the morning with ink that you regret. If you’re looking for a great place to get your beautiful tattoo in Buffalo, send us at Lucky Deville Tattoo Co a message. We are Western NY’s premier parlor and the home of the best artists around.
