Thinking of getting a new tattoo

[Wahnie]

I've been thinking about getting this on my upper arm in plain black ink. The rest of my family all have tattoos, but this will be my first. What do yall think? Yeh or neh?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/AKGuitarist/opeth_gr_1024.jpg

[gspsonny03]

I'm not a tattoo person, so guess that's where I'm coming from. Guess I'd also have to know what the tattoo stood for. Does it have a special meaning, that sort of thing and when I say that I mean does the drawing mean something?

[gd357]

Depends... If you think you'll be able to look at it in 40 years and say, I'm glad I got that, then go for it. If not, don't. BTW, one of my cousins got an armband inked in a few years ago, and he's already wishing he hadn't.:rolleyes: It's all about how you'll look at it later. JMHO

Oh, and as far as placement goes, that would be about ideal. That way, if you want to cover it up a t-shirt will cover most situations - not so easily done if it's on the forearm.

gd

[Dan Morris]

Quite a few guys got them during Nam. Most that I run into
wish they didn't. I stayed slick.
Dan

[Rocky Raab]

The only tattoo that I'd consider would be across the center of my chest. It would read:

Organ Donor
Open Here

[colonyfirearms]

Almost everyone I know who have a tattoo wish they had never got one.
It is there until they bury you.

[Niteowl]

Whanie,

If you want it,then by all means do it. I had my 1st done in the Marine Corps,that was over 25 years ago,it has faded some but still looks good. Tattoos have come along ways from the days of the Hells Angels,they no longer mean that you are a hard core biker gang member. I have over the years added a few more, most recently last year an Eagle and the American Flag on my left inside forearm. Everyone of my Inks has a personal meaning for me, and I plan on at least a couple more before I am done. The next one I will travel to Florida to a tattooist that specializes in portraits, they look like actual photographs. I'm gonna have my father and 2 younger brothers put on my chest(my brother below me just passed on Dec 27th) So you can see I do them because they are special to me,and If someone is offended by them,then I guess they should not look at them, but I have never had anybody say anything derogatory to me about them. IMHO....FWIW ;)

[Lycanthrope]

Works in a goth way with "Opeth".

Looks kinda girlie on its own, though.

[skeet]

Too many down sides to tattoos. Always has been but you don't hear the horror stories of all the things that can (and do) happen. Somewhat like body piercings. You never hear the bad things that happen to some. I know personally of two gals who lost parts of their ears from having their ears done one too many times:(

[Classicvette63]

Knew a girl that had one on her thigh. It read, "you must be so big to ride this ride.":D

Two guys were bragging about their manhood. One said, I have "welcome aboard" tattoed on mine. The other replied, I have "welcome aboard the U.S.S. Constellation" on mine.:eek:

Seriously, what upside is there to getting it? There's only downside IMO. In some situations and come a certain time in your life it is going to be a big pain the butt. They are expensive and painful to remove, kinda like an ex-wife.:D

[rubicon]

Ive got some ink and it isnt a big deal these days----but---if you are going to do it make sure you think it through first. If you want it to be seen keep in mind the sun fades it and your peers will see it. If you should ever need medical attention in the area of your tatoo it is more difficult. Names are a no-no. I doubt if most of these people with asian writing and tribals even know what they are. Check out the artist, if he screws it up other artists will probably not want to fix it. But most of all remember it is not a part of you forever, but it will be there for the rest of your life.

[Andy L]

Never a good idea. You will regret it sometime and its too late.

[Wahnie]

Originally posted by Lycanthrope
Works in a goth way with "Opeth".

Looks kinda girlie on its own, though.

I concur, that would look neat, although I'm not really into the gothic culture. I've seen some guys who did get the full name, but I would never get a band name tattooed on myself, even a band that has been as influential in my life as Opeth. The "O" is part of the band logo, true, but I look at it as more of a symbol representing my love for all metal and beautiful tribal-esque tattoos.

I've actually been thinking about a tribal tattoo for a several years now, but I have not found any that really fit the image in my head, which is best represented by the "O" symbol. Something simple, yet intricate as well. I can see the design clearly in my mind, but not clear enough that I can draw it out. Does that make sense?

This is definitely not a decision I'm going to make lightly. Its one I've been contemplating for a number of years because as has been said, this is something I'm gunna be sporting the rest of my life. I still have a few things I want to get done before I get ANY work done, so I'm not gunna just run down to our local tattoo parlor and get it slapped on next payday.

I do, however, have a place and artist picked out. I won a contest at a concert awhile back for $200 worth of free work from the most respected tattoo/body modification parlor in Alaska. The artist I've chosen is a friend whom I have known for almost 4 years now and I've come to greatly respect his work. There are no time constraints with the $200, so there is no rush.

Originally posted by Rocky Raab
The only tattoo that I'd consider would be across the center of my chest. It would read:

Organ Donor
Open Here

I about choked on my pepsi when I read that. :D

Thanks for all the input, guys and gals! :)

[rickjordan]

I have one tattoo I got when I was 21 and I will get my second one next week. I am now 37. I weighed 240 pounds eight months ago and through hard work and excellent will power, I have lost over 50 pounds. The tattoo is a reward to me for losing the weight and feeling and looking better about myself. As far as wishing you hadn't gotten a tattoo later, I have never wished I didn't have mine. I put a great deal of time and effort in finding tattoos that I won't feel bad about having- ones that have meaning and value to me and I am always proud to have on my arm. Pick something that is important to you and you will always be proud of them.

[buckhunter]

My kids got them. So did I back in "68" when in the Navy. Its now the prettiest blue blod I ever saw. I consider my tat one of the things in my life I should have never done. However to each their own.

[Swift]

I got one while in the Navy in 86 ...and no I wasn't drunk. Mine has meaning to me and I do NOT regret getting it in the least bit.

Do what makes ya happy! ;)

[bigkevmorgan]

go for it you only live once i got 2 one in memory of my dad ,the other is a big ole gator rebel bandanna shooting dbl shotgun gun it reads hoosier born but cajun bred .never regretted gitting both of them , i was raised verry strict conservatist,just check the guy or who ever but check his sterlizer and the whole cleaning ordeal!!!!

[rattus58]

Remember that its on for life, and its color sometimes fades
They come in many size and shape, from chickens to the ace of spades
It marks you sure for all to see, and sometimes only private
And should you ever put her name, you'll want someday to deny it

Some are nice and some are gory, some are full of sex
Some are red and some are blue, and some seen when you flex
A rooster tail or dark green dragon, one with flames for breath
Unless they cut your arm right off, its with you until death

But some are cool and some are not, and some demand respect
Some are fanciful, some are dreams, and some you'd not expect
A tat is purely personal, and comes sometimes with pain
Just remember for all time due, it won't come off in the rain

Aloha.. Tom

[Wahnie]

^*Wipes a tear from his eye*

Originally posted by bigkevmorgan
go for it you only live once i got 2 one in memory of my dad ,the other is a big ole gator rebel bandanna shooting dbl shotgun gun it reads hoosier born but cajun bred .never regretted gitting both of them , i was raised verry strict conservatist,just check the guy or who ever but check his sterlizer and the whole cleaning ordeal!!!!

Haha, that reminds me of a tattoo my buddy Redneck has. Its basically Elmer Fudd having sex with a sheep that says, "Proud to be from West Virginia". :p

Yeah, the guy who is doing it owns the most respected tattoo parlor in Alaska. He has been tattooing for over 30 years and usually has a three month (or more) waiting list. I feel confident he will do me right, especially on something simple like that symbol which I am sure will not test his skills in any way, shape or form. :D

[Mike Moss]

Tatto's turn me off. It's bound to offend someone and who does it impress?

[Wahnie]

Originally posted by Mike Moss
Tatto's turn me off. It's bound to offend someone and who does it impress?

I'm not trying to impress anyone, but there are equally as many people who enjoy tattoos as those who are offended by them. I honestly don't know why people take offense to whats on my body. Its all good if someone chooses not to tattoo their own bodies, but to be offended because I chose to is just wrong. It certainly doesn't make me a bad person.

Two weeks til my appointment. :D

[Tennessee Elkman]

Go for it! The day I find a drawing of a shed elk antler that I like I'm headed down to get it put all the way around my arm. Sailfish or Marlin sketch just above it. Make yourself happy. Don't take our option.

[Wahnie]

^My mother has a tattoo like that. I love western style tattoos like that. I've always thought a rugged cross with a vine or barbed wire armband would look nice as well.

[rubicon]

Wahnie, If you are going to do it get an idea and talk to your tatoo artist. They will draw something for you that is one of a kind.---- Much better than something out of a book of flash.

[Wahnie]

Well, I got it last night. It wasn't nearly as bad as I thought either.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v107/AKGuitarist/tattoo011.jpg

[Tennessee Elkman]

NICE!:D

[rickjordan]

I think it look great! They obviously did a good job- enjoy!

[Andy L]

See how you like it when your 50. How bout 60?

Just not a tattoo guy. Never understood putting something that permanent on my body. Women with tattoos really turn me off. Lots of these young girls nowdays with the "bullseye" on their lower back. Lets let them explain that to their kids and grandkids someday.

Good luck to ya Whanie. Im just afraid you will wish you hadnt done that someday. They dont look nearly as kewl when your skins saggin. Or when you change your life and make it to the boardroom. Gotta make sure you wear long sleeves.

Thats all I got to say about that. ;)

[Niteowl]

That looks very clean whanie,if you are happy and content with it thats all that matters. To coin an old saying" those that mind don't matter and those that matter,don't mind" someone who would take offense to a tattoo on your own body is a person who I could care less if they were my friend or not. My friends are chosen by "who" they are not by what they look like or how some think they should look like. Now if the tattoo was derogatory to women or people of color,or something that society deems as offensive to the general populus,then I would agree to not having it visible for all to see,but by no means would I shun that individual. Just my 2 cents.....:cool:

[rickjordan]

I'm with you Nite Owl- if someone judges me by some ink on me- it is your loss, not mine. Funny how no person has ever told me to stop changing their tire or helping them because I have tats. I also don't ever plan on being in a boardroom- no offense to people who do but I like to think a lot of the people on this site are like me and actually do work for living.

[Wahnie]

Yup, I really don't care if someone doesn't like it. It doesn't change who I am. I'm a good person and I work hard. To judge someone like that is simply wrong, in my opinion.

Andy L, who looks good with saggy skin anyways? Old is old and those with tattoos still look old only more colorful. :D

[TreeDoc]

Your boyfriend will love it.

[Wahnie]

Originally posted by TreeDoc
Your boyfriend will love it.

Very uncalled for, dude. :mad: