tatB Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 Are there any rules/etiquette about having a different artist extend an existing 1/2 sleeve to 3/4? I ask because while I am happy with my existing 1/2 sleeve the artist who did the work isn't known for his Japanese work and I would be more comfortable going to a well known artist with more experience adding on to existing Japanese work. ironchef 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diehardonvhs Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 It really depends on the artist, some really do not like adding or continuing other peoples work, whereas others will give it a shot - it depends if what you already have fits the style of the new artist, and if they think it is done well, and will compliment their own work! If it is the koi sleeve you have in your folder then you shouldn't have a problem, it looks really nice, fingers crossed you find a great artist who works in that style who is willing to do it! tatB and ironchef 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-65753 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avery Taylor Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 If you have a half-sleeve, and now you want to bring it down to 3/4 then you will eventually want it down to a full-sleeve. Going from half to 3/4 doesn't give the tattooer much to work with. One of my first tattoos was a 3/4 sleeve, and within a year I wanted to bring it down to full, but it took me nearly eight years to do so. The guys at Redemption are awesome so getting good work won't be a problem for you. tatB, gougetheeyes and ironchef 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-65756 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted May 20, 2013 Author Share Posted May 20, 2013 If you have a half-sleeve, and now you want to bring it down to 3/4 then you will eventually want it down to a full-sleeve. Going from half to 3/4 doesn't give the tattooer much to work with. One of my first tattoos was a 3/4 sleeve, and within a year I wanted to bring it down to full, but it took me nearly eight years to do so. The guys at Redemption are awesome so getting good work won't be a problem for you. 3/4 is definitely the maximum length for me because I like being able to cover up and even with long sleeve shirts a full sleeve would peek out when I extend my arm. Saving full sleeves and hand tattoos for when I'm old and retired... - - - Updated - - - It really depends on the artist, some really do not like adding or continuing other peoples work, whereas others will give it a shot - it depends if what you already have fits the style of the new artist, and if they think it is done well, and will compliment their own work! If it is the koi sleeve you have in your folder then you shouldn't have a problem, it looks really nice, fingers crossed you find a great artist who works in that style who is willing to do it! 100% agree on matching styles. It would bug me if the styles weren't similar and the work didn't flow together smoothly. I'm leaning towards returning to the original artist but have 1 or 2 other artist that I might inquire about their willingness to extend existing work. hogg, ironchef and Avery Taylor 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-65757 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironchef Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 My first tattoo was a 1/2 sleeve and about two years later, I ended up having it extended to 3/4 by the same artist. I'm in the same boat as I have to keep things professional but want to be able to roll up my sleeves without causing unwanted attention. It's great when I can wear baseball shirts with 3/4 sleeves and they are fully covered. I think if you find a good artist, they should be able to incorporate what you want with your existing piece to their specific style. Whomever you settle on, especially if it is a different artist, I'd say have a conversation with them to get your idea and concerns across. I have a front left thigh piece by Henning Jorgensen that's partially finished with background and when I started my back piece in which Mike Rubendall did the lower half, Rubendall was able to seamlessly merge the two pieces together. Granted their styles are slightly similar, but still different enough to tell the differences. I think it will mostly come down to the background (wind bars, water waves, etc.) el_alquimista 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-65766 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted May 20, 2013 Author Share Posted May 20, 2013 My first tattoo was a 1/2 sleeve and about two years later, I ended up having it extended to 3/4 by the same artist. I'm in the same boat as I have to keep things professional but want to be able to roll up my sleeves without causing unwanted attention. It's great when I can wear baseball shirts with 3/4 sleeves and they are fully covered. I think if you find a good artist, they should be able to incorporate what you want with your existing piece to their specific style. Whomever you settle on, especially if it is a different artist, I'd say have a conversation with them to get your idea and concerns across. I have a front left thigh piece by Henning Jorgensen that's partially finished with background and when I started my back piece in which Mike Rubendall did the lower half, Rubendall was able to seamlessly merge the two pieces together. Granted their styles are slightly similar, but still different enough to tell the differences. I think it will mostly come down to the background (wind bars, water waves, etc.) Sometimes reading posts about your awesome tattoos fills me with a jealous rage... cibo, reverend1, ironchef and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-65767 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironchef Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 Sometimes reading posts about your awesome tattoos fills me with a jealous rage... NOOOOOOOOO!!!!! Was not my intention bro! And there's nothing to jealous of dude! I was at the NYC Tattoo Convention this weekend and saw some stellar tattoos. Just wished I had more real estate to fulfill all my tattoo ideas! el_alquimista and tatB 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-65773 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 I will say that with regard to sleeve length that my left arm is tattooed down to my wrist bone and a properly-fitting long sleeved shirt does cover it, even when reaching. Career-wise, I have to work in short sleeves anyway so if visible tattoos are going to count against me, I've already burned that bridge, and it ultimately comes down to your comfort level with visible tattoos, but in normal circumstances full sleeves can be covered with not that much effort. When I was deciding about length I was thinking 3/4 to a couple of inches above my wrist bone for reasons of concealability, but I was also thinking of what I would do to extend the sleeves at a later date, so I went the full length. ironchef, hogg and tatB 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-65774 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted May 21, 2013 Author Share Posted May 21, 2013 My first tattoo was a 1/2 sleeve and about two years later, I ended up having it extended to 3/4 by the same artist. I'm in the same boat as I have to keep things professional but want to be able to roll up my sleeves without causing unwanted attention. It's great when I can wear baseball shirts with 3/4 sleeves and they are fully covered. I think if you find a good artist, they should be able to incorporate what you want with your existing piece to their specific style. Whomever you settle on, especially if it is a different artist, I'd say have a conversation with them to get your idea and concerns across. I have a front left thigh piece by Henning Jorgensen that's partially finished with background and when I started my back piece in which Mike Rubendall did the lower half, Rubendall was able to seamlessly merge the two pieces together. Granted their styles are slightly similar, but still different enough to tell the differences. I think it will mostly come down to the background (wind bars, water waves, etc.) I think your situation is a little easier because both Mike and Henning are considered elite world class tattooers. In my situation I'm looking to extend my 1/2 sleeve by a relatively new/unknown artist to match the length of my 3/4 sleeve by Chris O'Donnell. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-65809 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironchef Posted May 22, 2013 Share Posted May 22, 2013 I think your situation is a little easier because both Mike and Henning are considered elite world class tattooers. In my situation I'm looking to extend my 1/2 sleeve by a relatively new/unknown artist to match the length of my 3/4 sleeve by Chris O'Donnell. Not interested in having Chris extend it or perhaps reaching out to Henning now and try to get an appointment when he comes to NYC in the fall? tatB 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-65872 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted May 22, 2013 Author Share Posted May 22, 2013 Not interested in having Chris extend it or perhaps reaching out to Henning now and try to get an appointment when he comes to NYC in the fall? How did you know Chris and Henning were on my list?! haha There style drawing peony flowers is similar enough to what I already have so I think either of their work would flow well with the existing stuff. But you are right the first step is to reach out to ask if they are interested. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-65882 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killercook76 Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 up to you I had my half sleeve done and connected my chest piece by another artist.. nothing wrong with that.. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-66552 Share on other sites More sharing options...
finegentleman Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Are there any rules/etiquette about having a different artist extend an existing 1/2 sleeve to 3/4? I ask because while I am happy with my existing 1/2 sleeve the artist who did the work isn't known for his Japanese work and I would be more comfortable going to a well known artist with more experience adding on to existing Japanese work. Did you ever extend it? If so, can I see pics? I'm thinking of having RG extend my dragon half sleeve into a 3/4 sleeve. I just want some validation that it won't look awkward/out of place if done professionally. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-110179 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted February 27, 2015 Author Share Posted February 27, 2015 Did you ever extend it? If so, can I see pics?I'm thinking of having RG extend my dragon half sleeve into a 3/4 sleeve. I just want some validation that it won't look awkward/out of place if done professionally. Yes I had Chris odonnell extend it. He added pink peonies, a skull, and background. Flows nicely. You can see the back part of that arm in my backpiece photos. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-110247 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 @BrianH I too wouldn't mind seeing close up pics when you get a chance. I am keen to see how they flow. I am in a similar conundrum with extending 3/4 to full. When I 1st had my sleeves done I had planned to do 1/2 sleeves but 2 weeks before we started the 1st I did a mercy dash to artist to change to 3/4. It was my 1st visible tattoo and I reasoned that what is the difference in someone seeing a tiny bit poking out of a t-shirt sleeve as opposed to seeing quite a bit of art. I choose 3/4 over full as I like the look and concept of the 3/4 size. I now however am struggling to choose between either capping the 3/4 off with mala beads or something similar or just going full sleeves. Decisions decisions. :) Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-110255 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted March 2, 2015 Author Share Posted March 2, 2015 @Shaggy @finegentleman i'll try to take a picture tonight but remind me if i don't post a picture by the end of the week Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-110377 Share on other sites More sharing options...
finegentleman Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 @Shaggy @finegentleman i'll try to take a picture tonight but remind me if i don't post a picture by the end of the week yo. just reminding u. but its cool - u dont have to if its too much trouble tatB 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-111016 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted March 10, 2015 Author Share Posted March 10, 2015 yo. just reminding u. but its cool - u dont have to if its too much trouble tonight after work. i promise. unless i forget again. xcom 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-111044 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted March 11, 2015 Author Share Posted March 11, 2015 I forgot last night but remembered this morning while getting ready for work. @finegentleman @Shaggy sorry it took me so long Cork, hogg and xcom 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-111125 Share on other sites More sharing options...
finegentleman Posted March 11, 2015 Share Posted March 11, 2015 I forgot last night but remembered this morning while getting ready for work.@finegentleman @Shaggy sorry it took me so long Perfect. Everything flows together nicely. Thanks for sharing. tatB 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-111138 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy Posted March 16, 2015 Share Posted March 16, 2015 Thanks for the pics @BrianH Yours are a seamless transition to the new work lower down. Your pics made me chat to my artist on the weekend and he is confident he can extend my 3/4 sleeves to full without no major problems or it looking out of place. Now the big decision do I want full sleeves. :) Cheers Jason. tatB 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-111362 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJDeepFried Posted January 7, 2016 Share Posted January 7, 2016 Hey, @BrianH. Where can I see the pics? Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-122658 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tatB Posted January 7, 2016 Author Share Posted January 7, 2016 Hey, @BrianH. Where can I see the pics? you can see the back of this arm in some of my backpiece progress pics either here on the backpiece tread or on my blog. Fala 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-122660 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJDeepFried Posted January 7, 2016 Share Posted January 7, 2016 you can see the back of this arm in some of my backpiece progress pics either here on the backpiece tread or on my blog. Thanks, @BrianH! That's beautiful work. I'm considering something similar to take my 1/2 sleeve down to 3/4. tatB 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-122661 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hands On Posted January 7, 2016 Share Posted January 7, 2016 while I am happy with my existing 1/2 sleeve the artist who did the work isn't known for his Japanese work for someone not known for his Japanese work, he seemed to do a pretty fine job on the upper half. tatB 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/3766-extending-japanese-sleeves-different-artists/#findComment-122663 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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