How to choose a tattoo for yourself?

You won't surprise anyone with the presence of tattoos on the body now. These wearable pictures are becoming very popular. Many people are starting to think about applying them to their body. This applies not only to young people and adolescents, but also to older people. Today we will talk about how to decide on a sketch, what to look for when choosing, how to choose the right style, color and size.

A tattoo is an image that will remain on the skin for life. That's why the picture should be liked, associated with a specific person, suit him in character. Drawings on the body are usually done in the hope of standing out, emphasizing their style, individuality or belonging to a particular subculture or community.

Correctly selected symbols serve as talismans... Before stuffing yourself with a tattoo, you should understand that the desire to make such a drawing should not be spontaneous.

This decision must be balanced. In this case, many factors must be taken into account, ranging from the characteristics of the procedure itself to the state of human health and his pain threshold.

• One of the factors influencing the decision is the state of health... Not all people can get a tattoo. There are certain contraindications for the procedure. Skin diseases, diabetes mellitus, and allergies can be barriers to this.Before going to the tattoo parlor, it is advisable to visit a doctor and make sure there are no contraindications.
• Of no small importance is the pain threshold, which for each individual person may be different.... It is desirable that the first tattoo be small. A large type of tattoo is done for a rather long time, sometimes several stages are required for this. In addition, the healing period of a large drawing is longer than that of a small inscription.
• If a positive decision was made, you should definitely make a tattoo in a good salon with an experienced master... In this case, you should not chase after cheapness, otherwise the result may not be entirely expected. A professional craftsman, in turn, will be able to bring ideas to life and make a beautiful inscription or drawing that will bring joy and inspiration.

The underwear image should correspond to the character of the person. To understand how organic the tattoo will look, it is advisable to pass the test by choosing one option from the five figures presented in the form of a square, rectangle, triangle, circle and zigzag. The data obtained will help you make your choice.

• People who have chosen a square for themselves are purposeful and responsible individuals. They are used to getting things done without stopping halfway. They are more suited to options in the form of inscriptions reflecting their life credo.
• For individuals who pay attention to a rectangular figure, drawings with a geometric pattern that have a sacred meaning are more suitable. Such people are inquisitive, they strive to study and learn a lot, they are looking for their place in life.
• The person who chooses the triangle has the makings of a leader. Such people constantly set goals for themselves and try to achieve them. For them, the best option would be a tattoo with the image of animals, predators.
• Vulnerable and empathic natures are more likely to choose a circle. They are more suitable for a tattoo using the watercolor or linework technique, which are distinguished by their lightness and simplicity.
• Creative people usually pay attention to zigzags. It is better for them to use drawings made in the new school technique, fill mandalas, abstraction, made in color.

An important criterion for making a decision is a person's own opinion. And also important are the reviews of people who have done a similar procedure, reading the relevant literature, watching videos. It is advisable to consult with relatives, parents or elderly people about this. Some of them may be very negative about such procedures for their religious or other beliefs.

To choose the right tattoo for yourself, you should take into account some of the nuances. First of all it is necessary decide on a sketch, style, size, shape and location... Such a drawing should have a certain meaning and be of great importance for the customer.

There are several dozen styles that allow you to display all the nuances of the image. It is rather difficult to choose which one is better or worse, because each person has his own opinion and preferences. The sketch should harmoniously complement the personality and not stand out from the concept.

The most interesting options are listed below.

• Engraving... Such work is usually done in black and white. Plots with biblical characters, mythical animals, monsters are popular.
• Works performed in technology realism... Body drawings in this case are not just beautiful pictures. The master puts all his skill level into them. This is a technique with a clear execution of the picture, as closely as possible to the original. That is why the appearance of the work will directly depend on the level of the master, his professionalism.
• Lettering... This technique is represented by letters or numbers applied to the body.

When choosing a style, it is important to discuss all the nuances with the master. Regularly working with clients, tattoo artists try to find contact with each of them, to feel the mood. A dialogue with a professional will allow the client to quickly decide on the choice of style, color content of the picture.

In addition, numerous catalogs with samples provided in salons will help with this, allowing you to choose an interesting option. Also, a small tip can be the rating of the most popular options, which are regularly carried out by many tattoo parlors.

When choosing a color palette, keep in mind that:

• the presence of red will give purposefulness, but it should be applied in doses, not using more than 30%;
• using a yellow tone will allow you to put your thoughts in order, but oversaturation with this color can lead to anxiety;
• blue and purple colors will help balance the nervous system, relieving stress;
• green is considered a symbol of stability, which is why this shade is very often used for tattoos.

Before stuffing a body image, you should decide on the size of the image. In this case, the position of the drawing itself plays a significant role. Considering that the skin begins to lose elasticity over time and becomes flabby, it is recommended to choose a place that will be less prone to age-related changes over the years.

Craftsmen recommend starting with small drawings or inscriptions. It can be a name, signature, initials or letters with additions in the form of hearts, stars, flowers or a crown. Your neck, collarbone, or wrist is a great place to sketch. Various inscriptions, patterns, floral motifs will look good here.

The first tattoo can be either in the form of a drawing or in the form of an inscription.... The choice of the picture depends on the personal preference of the client.

A good option would be to use an aphorism or a quote with meaning for a tattoo. The text can be filled in any language. Options in Russian, Latin, Chinese or Japanese, Arabic script are preferred. When choosing hieroglyphs, it is important to know how to spell a word and its translation correctly... Changing a curl or character can result in complete distortion of the text.

When choosing a picture, you should know what a certain symbol means, although many put their meaning in such worn sayings and pictures:

• an eagle stuffed on the body will symbolize a proud person;
• the image of an owl is considered a symbol of wisdom;
• a tattoo in the form of a bee will indicate the eloquence of a person, his diligence;
• a fish tattoo will indicate the sexuality of the owner of the picture.

One of the more popular images is the Rose, this flower is considered a symbol of passion.

When choosing a place for a body image, they are guided by its shape, as well as by how painful the area of ​​application is considered. Men and women perceive pain differently. It is generally accepted that the former tolerate it better due to the high testosterone levels. That is why men often fill large colorful pictures, choosing more painful places that are located close to the bone.

Painful areas can also include:

• stomach;
• shin;
• Feet;
• breast;
• lap.

The craftsmen in the salon highlight the following as the most popular places for drawing a picture.

• Legs... This includes the thighs, ankles, and shins. More often, tattoos in these areas are done for themselves and their loved ones, and not for strangers.
• Neck... In this area, digital or alphabetic characters, hieroglyphs, bar codes look good. Inscriptions are made on the side of the neck or on the back of the head.
• Back... This is a very good place for painting. The large space allows you to use the back as a kind of canvas for painting. This part of the body can be painted in different styles using a variety of shades.

When applying a tattoo to a brush or palm, remember that in these areas it will fade and wear off faster. When making a tattoo for the first time, these nuances should be taken into account.

Having decided to make a wearable image, it is advisable to think over all the pros and cons. Useful tips will help you quickly decide on the choice of a sketch, style, color filling, as well as the place of application. Going to the salon, it is advisable to have a ready-made idea.

For optimal results, it is important to choose a good master by familiarizing yourself with his work. This will allow you to understand how his vision corresponds to the desired image.

A high-quality image must meet certain criteria:

• the drawing must be proportional, have volume;
• the image should be kept in a certain color scheme using shadows, half-shadows;
• lines should be clear, no spaces, flaws are allowed.