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got my hand tattooed by mike wilson yesterday @ the pagoda city tattoo convention. soooo stoked on life right now even though my hands the size of a catchers mitt.

Pin up & black rose last week by Tim Hendricks, photo from his Instagram :D

Sorry for the huge pic, I don't think I posted this but anyway I got this done a few months ago by Jesse Rix in Keene, N.H.

Hey everybody, I found this site through Black Heart in SF. I've only ever been on the receiving end of the tattoo machines and have a few pieces from Ron Wells, Heather Bailey, and Maxime Buchi. This site has been very informative and I've learned a lot from it, especially the interview series. Thanks for having me! Steve

Just got this from Daniel Albrigo at Port City Tattoo in the LBC. https://instagram.com/p/6BfO5NH513/?taken-by=danielalbrigo

Some progression of my nautical sleeve done by Mike Stockings.

I plan on having my three kids represented in a mandala of sorts from John Sultana in Brooklyn. I have some images to show what I like, but I thought I would leave the exact design up to the artist. If that's a mistake, let me know!! And I was thinking of placing it on my upper arm/shoulder area. I'm really open on placement. I do like the idea of being able to see it myself (at least a little bit of it). Thanks for the encouragement, Graeme!

Nice, John does first rate tattoos so you're going to get a great one from him. I hope you'll stick around and share it with us. Me and my wife have gotten tattooed a fair bit at Saved, though unfortunately not currently, and it's a really nice, friendly, warm shop. You'll have a great time, and there are a lot of excellent pre- and post-tattoo meal and drink options around the shop.

Chad Chesko in Boston!

Welcome to Last Sparrow! You've given birth, so I don't think you should worry too much about tattoo pain. We all like to commiserate about it, but if it was really that bad, none of us would have more than one.

I am Dirk. I have decided to start my tattoo process (full body suit japanese style). It is a pleasure to be here and thank you for inviting.

@Blaue Ugh! What a good choice for a first tattoo, congratulations on being wise! John Sultana tattooed me early last year and I had a great time. Saved is a rad studio too. Stephanie Tamez, who is the owner, had a blog back in 2010 that taught me a lot about tattoos when I first started to dive into it. Good luck with your first time under the needle (it will be fine, don't stress about it) and hope you stick around the forum!

Sounds like you've got a great plan. Being open to the artist's design and placement input will make for a much better tattoo.

Jason Louie is an underrated Tattooer who does very nice Japanese work.A few more to check out https://instagram.com/jimfortier/ https://instagram.com/brianmacneil Chris & Bas@ https://instagram.com/goodfaithtattoo https://instagram.com/willself

I don't know if you watch, but on shows like Ink Master I'm convinced the producers tell the "canvases" to cry, whine, and moan throughout their tattoos for the camera. I haven't gotten a tattoo in the spots that are supposed to be the most painful (like the ribs, etc.) but for me upper back, arms, and lower leg were all no problem. We all do have different pain tolerances I guess, but I agree with @Graeme, you have given birth 3x! Tattoos are lower on the pain scale. I love John Sultana's stuff, good choice!

Jeb Riley is a great artist. Also check out Jason Louie at Ironworks also in portsmouth. And Kyle Harrison at Hidden History in Dover NH.

Chris Garver is in NYC though that doesn't necessarily make the travel that much more affordable. Check out Jeb Riley at Hobo's in Portsmouth, NH, Erik Rieth in Providence, RI, Forrest Cavacco in Plymouth, MA, and I'm sure people can suggest plenty of other good local-ish options because there are a lot of great tattooers in New England.

In the process of booking with Chris O'Donnell for 2016...can't wait!

Target and Old Navy have them on the clearance racks right now. :D I totally bought a strapless maxi dress yesterday.

I bought my wife a halter dress (swing-style) from chicstar.com - they have many in all sizes (also strapless), and customer photos modeling them.

My latest, Stephen Kelly from Forevermore in Glasgow. https://instagram.com/p/5-LPXDKydB/?taken-by=fmtglasgow Over the moon with this one, really batted it out of the park.

I'll be seeing Tim Beck in September. This is my first real wait for it appointment. (Not that six weeks is such a long wait!)

just read this whole thread this shop is on my list for the fall leaning towards an appointment with dan or eli but honestly probably would like to get tattooed by any and all of the smith st artists in the future was recently getting tattooed @ electric during a traditional flash weekend event and was right next to bert (and robert ryan) while getting tattooed by sheila marcello which was pretty cool

i always tell people to get the tattoo they want, where they want it. don't let friends or others opinions of size/pain/location of tattoo affect your decisions.