Thursday, February 23, 2012

How Not To Choose a Custom Design Tattoo

These days, it is not difficult to acquaint yourself with all kinds of information, tips and latest trends about tattoos. It is there on the internet, can be found in magazines, you can visit tattoo studios or consult professional tattoo experts to have it all. A majority of tattoo enthusiasts prefer to have custom tattoo designs that match their interests and personality. Each individual has his or her own way of choosing custom tattoo designs, so I thought it would be helpful to write this in-depth guide on how to choose a custom tattoo design. It is therefore in the best interest of people to consider these pointers who wish to have tattoo done. While choosing tattoos is a very personal thing, it is interesting to see the range of criteria set by most tattoo enthusiasts.
Take a look at these common mistakes that tattoo hobbyists generally make and should therefore be avoided to avoid choosing a bad tattoo.
1. Friend's Choice
There are a lot of tattoo enthusiasts who choose a design based on a friend's choice. This is probably the worst mistake that any tattoo enthusiast can ever make. At first, you may like the tattoo design, but eventually you'll fall out of love with your tattoo. The reason is that most of your friends may not be aware of your true feelings, your preferences, likes and the reason for you to have a tattoo. Friends can only recommend a design/ designs based on its popularity or convenience of application. But you have to make the final choice because only you know the significance of a design that you desire to have tattooed on your body.
2. "Best Designs" Or "Most Popular Designs"
A majority of tattoo artists/ studios have a catalogue of designs where designs are tagged as "Most popular," "Best Designs", "Bestselling" and "Top Choice". These tags are actually misleading. Like every individual is unique, his/ her taste with respect to tattoo designs is also unique. So always go for a unique or a custom tattoo design that complements your personality.
Designs tagged as the best may look great on paper and on the skin, but there is an increased chance that there will be countless people wearing the same design. Because the design is flaunted as the 'best', many get attracted to it.
3. Beware Of Hypnotizing Sales Talk
This is by far the most common mistake that many people make. They blindly believe in what that tattoo artists tell them about getting a specific design inked on their body. Any artist would want to show off his skills through repetitive designs that she or she is expert in creating. That way they are saved from creating a new design on paper and then on your skin which involves more time, energy and challenges their creativity. So they'll try to convince you to go for a design that is most popular with them. Therefore, discuss your thoughts and share your ideas with the tattoo designer so he or she understands your expectations from a custom tattoo design that you want. If a tattoo artist is adamant and shows reluctance to work with you on a creative new design, move on to another tattoo parlor or just search for one online. Find someone who is willing to work to your satisfaction.
4. Price Factor
If you're getting a tattoo for the first time, you may not have a clear idea of what should be the price of a tattoo design that you desire to have. There are three factors that usually affect the cost of a custom tattoo design. They are the size, the complexity of design, and the tattoo artist. Take note that exceptional designs may come at a price, but there are numerous ways of saving money. Online tattoo design contests offer a variety of creative custom tattoo designs at the most competitive prices. In fact, you can find great designs even at a very low budget.
In conclusion, take some time, do some research, talk to some hardcore tattoo enthusiasts and listen to their advice. It will definitely save you from making a mistake in selecting your tattoo design.

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