Versatile Arm Tattoos For Everyone
August 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The arms are probably one of the least painful places to get tattooed. If you are getting a tattoo for the first time then arm tattoos are a safe bet. The arms are fleshier than most other parts that are commonly tattooed such as the back, wrists, lower back and ankles. This means that the skin is not close to the bone allowing you to experience less pain when getting tattooed.
For both men and women there is an almost limitless possibility when it comes to arm tattoos in terms of design. Depending on the size of your arm you can go as small or as big as you want. The arms are also easy to cover up if you work in a conservative office.
Size
The size of your arm will dictate how big your arm tattoos are going to be. A big design will not fit on a small arm and may have to be scaled down. Choose carefully as some intricate designs will not look good in a smaller size, as you will lose some of the detail or face the tattoo turning into a colored blob over the years.
Design
The great thing about arm tattoos is that you can choose just about anything to go on your arm and it will look great. You can have a small to medium piece that will sit nicely on the upper part of your arm close to the shoulder. Whatever tickles your fancy can go on this part of the arm. Bands that circle the arm can be very attractive and are quite popular.
Whether it’s a particularly eye catching design or an especially meaningful one, the choice is up to you. If you decide to go with a tattoo that extends past the upper part of the arm then the design you choose is important so that the tattoo looks good on your arm. If you are going with arm tattoos that extend from your upper arm to say the elbow then you want something that flows with your arm.
Snakes and dragons that appear to circle the arm are popular because of how the arm is utilized to show off the tattoo. Tattoos depicting fire and water are also popular designs for the arm as both types of tattoos convey movement. There is a possibility that you may want to later incorporate other tattoos on your arm. If this is your intention then let the artist know beforehand.
The Pros And Cons Of Foot Tattoos For Both Men And Women
August 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Foot tattoos are a great and unconventional place for a tattoo. Usually people choose the arms or back to showcase a tattoo. The foot can be a great place to show off a tattoo as it provides a flat surface for the tattoo to lie on. The curves of the foot also make it a great place for tattoos that flow or curl.
Tendrils and tribal bands are just some of the tattoos that would look great on a foot. The best part of foot tattoos is that you can have matching tattoos with your significant other, as a tattoo on the foot can be unisex unlike other tattoos such as lower back tattoos.
Disadvantages Of A Foot Tattoo
Before you rush out to get foot tattoos with your partner remember that it’s not all easy sailing. All tattoos are painful but tattooing the feet and hands can be particularly painful. If this is going to be your first tattoo then maybe you should reconsider the placement. This is because the skin on your foot is right over the bones of your foot and it will hurt more.
Another thing that you have to think about when you have a foot tattoo is that there is a possibility of the tattoo blurring with time. This can happen with any tattoo on any part of your body. However foot tattoos are more susceptible to this and you might have to get it re-inked to keep it looking nice.
The healing process for foot tattoos is also longer and you will have to take extra precautions to make sure that your tattoo heals properly. As with all tattoos you should keep it out of the sun and apply sunscreen when you do have to go out in the sun. You should also try to avoid wearing footwear and clothes that will keep touching the tattoo.
This means flip-flops, even possibly topless flip-flops if the flip-flop rubs against the tattoo. Getting foot tattoos in the winter is probably not a good idea on this point. Keep your feet clean with regular footbaths in warm water and mild soap. Remember not to rub your tattoo and to only pat it dry.
The Upside
Because of the difficult healing process and the pain, foot tattoos are relatively rare. The possibility of standing out from everyone else is particularly attractive to some. It is also a very striking tattoo to have, for women a sexy foot tattoo paired with gorgeous heels can be very seductive. It is also easier to hide a tattoo on the foot when you need to.
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