How to Choose a Tattoo

If you want a tattoo but are not sure what design to choose, follow these steps to pick a symbol that represents something significant in your life.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Decide why you want a tattoo. You may be looking for a tattoo to represent someone or a specific happening in your life. You may be searching for a tattoo that is fun and stylish. Make this decision before looking for a tattoo.

2. Search through tattoo websites and books for designs that you may like. You can take any of the designs you see and alter them to fit your preference.

3. Look at other tattoos on people. You may not want an exact copy of someone else's tattoo, but this can give you an idea of what the tattoo can look like on skin.

4. Draw a tattoo yourself. You don't have to be an artist to do this. If you have an idea for a design in your head, get it out on paper to show the tattoo artist. The artist can then add details or draw the design over again, but he will have an idea of what you like from your drawing.

5. Get a stencil of the tattoo to put on your body. You can place the tattoo on different areas of your body, change the size and colors of the tattoo before getting it permanently inked into your skin.

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[alannamarie]

on 8/16/2009 Definately helped me!!

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