ocdcollector Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 I currently have a full sleeve foodog tattoo which I dived into without much thought. People are telling me its decent and I should not put so much thought into it, but I'm terribly obsessed with its 'perfection' Hope to get some comments on how I can improve on it.. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hogrider Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 What is it that you don't like? If you can't define the problem, you probably can't come up with a solution. That's a nice tattoo, I'd leave it alone. IMHO you are more likely to make it worse than better by screwing around with it. The best thing you can do is use this as a lesson to put more thought into future tattoos, if you are unsatisfied with this one for some reason. bongsau 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-136980 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gingerninja Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 Hey there...when did you get the tattoo? It obviously took more than one sitting, right? Did you have doubts all along? I think it's a great tattoo. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-136982 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SStu Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 Yep. Looks to be pretty well done. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-136983 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 On 11/2/2017 at 12:27 PM, ocdcollector said: I currently have a full sleeve foodog tattoo which I dived into without much thought. People are telling me its decent and I should not put so much thought into it, but I'm terribly obsessed with its 'perfection' Hope to get some comments on how I can improve on it.. Expand it looks great, like was said, leave it alone and plan the next one, and remember "tattooing/tattoos" is not a "perfect" art form, imperfections help make it what it is. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-136984 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baby J Posted November 2, 2017 Share Posted November 2, 2017 From what I can see, you have a very nice piece of artwork. If it was on my body I would be happy with it. If you feel that it doesn't "pop" enough, add color.. You've got a beautiful tattoo that your artist poured his heart into. Remember, imperfection is beauty!! Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-136985 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocdcollector Posted November 3, 2017 Author Share Posted November 3, 2017 hi guys i am very thankful for the positive comments. i know it is decent as a few have said.. i guess a part of me just wonders if it can be better.. very indecisive.. like tattoo has been progressing over the years and mine being recent, i could have done so much better. has anyone ever felt this way? Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-136988 Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottyg Posted November 3, 2017 Share Posted November 3, 2017 @ocdcollector It's really really common to feel some of what you're feeling with a new tattoo--looking for perfection. but if you're really ocd that's not a problem we can help you with.... lol Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-136989 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SStu Posted November 3, 2017 Share Posted November 3, 2017 You have a great tattoo, but if you want only the premier highest tattoo artwork it certainly can be obtained - but you'll have to be very committed to persistence, long waits, (likely) repeated travelling and high dollars. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-137002 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocdcollector Posted November 4, 2017 Author Share Posted November 4, 2017 thanks once again for the polite replies. i understand what you guys means and i really mean it from my heart when i say, you guys have made me feel so much better than i have felt for the past few days. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-137017 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Hey,. I go through the SAME doubts and fears into and after every appointment I have had. I know I love great tattoos and think there is nothing more aesthetically appealing to me than great placement and art choice/work. HOWEVER, my view of myself and my choices I grade on the sharpest curve. I may actually have OCD and for this reason I need incubating time after a tattoo to get used to it, let it set in, accept that I have made a decision that is permanent and that's very remarkable in and of itself for someone who even has difficulty with deciding what to eat. Part of my problem is also that I romanticize and love the experience of being in the shop, waiting for the drawing like a groom about to meet his wife in an arranged marriage, the smell of the cleaning solvant, the initial shocking burn and then relaxation that washes over me during the session and after. I as a coping mechanism for indecisiveness I can be rather impulsive. Not always a characteristic I end up happy about. All in all, from what I see, your tattoo, the skill with which it was created all look great. You may just be psyching yourself out, which I can relate with. :) Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-137021 Share on other sites More sharing options...
InkIncShow Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 On 11/3/2017 at 12:35 AM, ocdcollector said: hi guys i am very thankful for the positive comments. i know it is decent as a few have said.. i guess a part of me just wonders if it can be better.. very indecisive.. like tattoo has been progressing over the years and mine being recent, i could have done so much better. has anyone ever felt this way? Expand No, I have never felt this way. In so many ways, its not even your tattoo and your need for perfection is probably going to just stress out your artist and result in a worse tattoo. Plus, one day you will be dead and this thing wont even exist anymore. Just enjoy it while you can! Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-137215 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongsau Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 no such thing as a perfect tattoo...and tattoos that people think are 'perfect' generally suck! your tattoo could be better...and it will be better in 10 years after it's been lived in for several years ;) you did good. don't overthink it. get more tattoos. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-137216 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongsau Posted November 22, 2017 Share Posted November 22, 2017 I like the Daruma below the kneecap. Eyes[edit] A daruma doll with one eye filled in for wishing "The eyes of Daruma are often blank when sold. Monte A. Greer, author of Daruma Eyes, described the "oversized symmetrical round blank white eyes" as a means to keep track of goals or big tasks and motivate them to work to the finish. The recipient of the doll fills in one eye upon setting the goal, then the other upon fulfilling it. In this way, every time they see the one-eyed Daruma, they recall the goal. One explanation how this custom started says that in order to motivate Daruma-san to grant your wish, you promise to give him full sight once the goal is accomplished. This practice might also have something to do with the "enlightenment", the ideal attainment of Buddhism. This custom has led to a phrase in Japanese translated as "Both Eyes Open". Referring to "opening" the second eye, it expresses the realization of a goal. Traditionally, the Daruma was purchased as a household, and that only the head of the household would paint in the eyes." - Wikipedia Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-137217 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocdcollector Posted November 24, 2017 Author Share Posted November 24, 2017 (edited) i thank everyone for their kind words. i was thinking of adding a little geometrical into this sleeve, how do you think that would play out? also for the cherry blossom, i have opted for red, giving it slight highlights. would appreciate some advice! Edited November 24, 2017 by ocdcollector Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-137231 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SStu Posted November 24, 2017 Share Posted November 24, 2017 not sure where you would incorporate the geometrical, but a small amount of non-bright color accents won't hurt the presentation, if you want it. Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-137233 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocdcollector Posted November 24, 2017 Author Share Posted November 24, 2017 On 11/24/2017 at 3:54 PM, SStu said: not sure where you would incorporate the geometrical, but a small amount of non-bright color accents won't hurt the presentation, if you want it. Expand was thinking of a little geometrical on the background area, on the ‘wave’ like parts! thank you for your opinion on the color! Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-137236 Share on other sites More sharing options...
SStu Posted November 25, 2017 Share Posted November 25, 2017 On 11/24/2017 at 4:06 PM, ocdcollector said: was thinking of a little geometrical on the background area, on the ‘wave’ like parts! Expand Personally I think that'd make it way too busy. scottyg 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.lastsparrowtattoo.com/forum/t/7879-tattoo-advice/#findComment-137247 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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