Consider location
– Location, visibility, and decision all play important roles when determining a tattoo design. As you begin planning your tattoo, explore your available body and consider these areas, including the shape of each spot. The three-dimensional surface of the body has limitations. It is different from a flat sheet of paper or a computer screen.
– You also need to decide whether you want a tattoo that the whole world can see or just a select few. Semi-private areas include the lower back, shoulders, abdomen, and neck, while high-visibility areas include the face, arms.
– You should prepare a sketch of the tattoo design you want, in that draft design close to the size of the tattoo you want so the artist can visualize your idea more easily.
Get inspired
– Even if you have a theme in mind, it’s still a good idea to get some new ideas before you dive into research. Tattoo magazines, art books, cultural icons, and botanical images all provide artistic inspiration. Sabadin says to browse Pinterest and Instagram to get some ideas for designs that are unique to you—not a copy.
– On the other hand, Sicklinger likes to take inspiration from old photos, illustrations, textile patterns, and the work of a specific tattoo artist you’re working with.
Stick to classic rather than follow the trend
– Remember, no matter how cliché it may sound, a tattoo is permanent. Try not to choose a trendy piece or style. “Not all tattoos have to have a specific meaning, but it’s important to stay true to your own interests, special interests, and beliefs when choosing your design,” says Sabadin.
– Are you currently interested in a piece of pop culture or practicing a new religion? Make sure you have similar passions as a precaution. It is also important to be respectful and avoid getting inked after acts of cultural appropriation.
Draw yourself
– If you have a creative hand, take some time to sketch and let the paper come to life. Instead of opting for a traditional old-school flash tattoo, why not sketch your own? “You don’t have to stick to a perfect drawing, but it’s more important to let your imagination run wild,” says Sabadin.
– After this sketch, you can talk to your tattoo artist to turn it into the final design,” says Sabadin.
Consider the color of the tattoo
Many people choose black tattoos for good reason. Black is basic and looks clean. Black is also the primary color for most cultural tattoo designs. “It’s a good choice for areas of the body that get a lot of sun exposure.
Find the right tattoo artist
Once you have created the perfect Tattoo Design, it is time to find a tattoo artist who can bring it to life. First and foremost, do you like their style of work and does it best reflect what you are really looking to accomplish.
