Light reading on the topic of "Consultations / Appointments"

And so, you wanted a tattoo.

Let's take it in order
1: Finding a tattoo artist.
I'll throw you an example right away - when you buy a phone/refrigerator/headphones, etc., you try to choose, find out what's better, what suits you best, right?
I would say that you need to do the same here, but no, you need to be responsible, because this is for life! And a great option would be to scour YouTube in search of basic info, look at the profiles of tattoo artists, usually they tell you about something themselves). And the next right thing to do is to look for someone who will make you beautiful.

There is everyone on Instagram who is not there (it's your fault), so just look for them). Search by your city, country, and beyond. Choose by style, if you don't like anyone, then look for someone over the hill, but that's another story.
I'm talking only about masters of the middle level and above. The level does not mean the number of years (believe me). Remember that if you want b&w realism or graphics, it's better to look for someone who practices it on a regular basis. Someone who does everything in a row will not do something specific perfectly...

2: Have you found the right one?
Are you convinced that his works envelop your heart with a warm awe?)
Well, it's time to find out what kind of fruit he is.
Check out his posts, read what he writes, scroll through the most recent ones. There may be informative information on how to contact him (some people find it more convenient to communicate via email), there may be a live chat so that you can get to know him in absentia, there may be healed works, which will be an ideal option for you (because we can fully appreciate the tattoo artist by healed works), and so on.
Does he draw...
Yes, it's important for guys (but not for realists, but they draw too, of course).
If there are no guidelines for recording (and if there are, we follow them), we write to him/her, and directly to the director)

3: Personal opinion - each of us is a human being, and everyone should respect each other!
A tattoo artist is not on a mission and f*cking around is not part of their job.

There are times when tattooers do not have free time at their disposal to answer you right away, and often it is for the good to give you enough time to discuss your future beauty. So be a little patient. And if you are treated like a piece of shit during the conversation, without any argument and without giving you any information you want to know, then I'm sorry

4: According to the point above, you can understand that I am saying that you should not be afraid or shy, even if you just want to know something). A tattoo artist who respects himself and his work will be responsive and friendly. So if you just have a question, you can write without any problems, but if you have gathered your thoughts about your beautiful, but still future beauty, then listen)

My advice is based only on my experience, so it's purely personal)

What to write?

First, greet the person)
People often throw stones in our garden that we are crazy, but very often we are not even greeted... sorry, but such disrespect on your part leads us to this.

1. describe your idea: collect your thoughts and put everything you have in a pile) without hiding any details, everything is important)
Do you want a waffle with wings with chocolate syrup dripping down it? Then write it all down)
Do you want a tiger? Describe the details in the same way, in what pose, whether only the face/face or with a butterfly on the nose)
Everything is important)

2. if you have examples of essays/works already done/examples of style/art/sketches/photos - send everything!
Just remember, if you go to a tattoo artist who makes ornaments, it's not a given that he will make you a watercolor. Just ask yourself this question before you write to him)
But if you have all the puzzles in place, and you have chosen the right one and go to him for the same thing, for his style and individual tattoo, then you have hit the bull's eye. Usually, even after all the ideas and examples, I invite you to a personal consultation. Why?
Well, first, it is necessary and important to understand whether we will get along on the project itself. Will I be interested and will I be able to fulfill what you want?

Often people write to a tattoo artist based on the fact that they are a tattoo artist.

Therefore, with some works and ideas, I can redirect you to someone who will do it better, because the other one practices this style/technique all the time.
Everything came together, we understood each other, and the next step is a personal consultation.

We meet in the studio, drink tea/coffee, chat, get to know each other, and discuss the future sketch, location, etc., but all this happens much more constructively and in more detail than online (that's why we meet in person). All the puzzles are put together again?) We discuss the timing of the sketch, and we just have to wait)

Therefore, with some works and ideas, I can redirect you to someone who will do a better job, because the other one practices this style/technique all the time.
Everything came together, we understood each other, and the next step is a personal consultation.

We meet in the studio, drink tea/coffee, chat, get to know each other, and discuss the future sketch, location, etc., but all this happens much more constructively and in more detail than online (that's why we meet in person). All the puzzles are back together again?) We discuss the timing of the sketch, and all that remains is to wait)

Remember that the tattoo artist will do what he sees, how he does, in his own style and manner of execution. If you need it like someone else's, then you should go straight there so as not to waste your time or someone else's)

A few tips in conclusion:
1. It is a good sign if the tattoo artist draws a tattoo.
A tattoo is for life! It's your skin, your body, your beauty, your style, and your health! Do not skimp on yourself at least


2.The disappointment of low quality will last longer than the joy of a low price!

Choose carefully)
Trust the person you choose.
Respect each other.
Arigato