Tattoo Artist

Tattoo Artist

Tatted Mom

Tucson, AZ

Female, 32

I'm a tattoo artist who underwent a standard apprenticeship under a certified tattoo artist. I am an artist first, tattooer second, which means I put creativity and art into my tattoos, not just the 'you pick it, we stick it' type of tattooer. Apprenticeships for tattooing vary by state, according to the laws. I'm also a trained body piercer, as well. Any questions about the job or apprenticing, I'd be happy to help!

PLEASE NOTE: I will NOT price tattoos. Seek a shop for that.

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Last Answer on May 23, 2014

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I've noticed that some tattoo artists put some kind of clear liquid in the tattoo ink and mix it up before tattooing. Do you know what this liquid is and why they add it in?

Asked by Lynn about 12 years ago

It's water. They add it in to thin the ink out some. Over time, ink thickens in the bottle, so thinning it out makes it cover easier.

is it true a lot of tattoo artists won't touch up another's work? I got tribal work done on my ribcage and the outlines ended up blurring. The original artist is no longer nearby and i would like to ask my current artist to do it-- is it ok to ask?

Asked by rocky about 13 years ago

Ask away. Many artists will touch another artist's work, especially if the original artist is no longer available.

Hi! This may be dumb- my understanding is that most artists won't tattoo the bottoms of feet. unfortunately I really want one there, the tattoo is a cultural reference to the soles. Any advice on finding someone / making it work/ why i shouldn't etc?

Asked by Tee about 12 years ago

Tattoos on the bottoms of the feet and palms of hands don't last long- that's why most artists won't do them. The skin is tough, and because the feet and hands exfoliate skin at a rapid pace, the tattoo does fade more quickly and needs several touch ups in short periods of time.

Do you think that it would be alright for a guy to get a rose on his ribs for a rememberence of his mom?

Asked by Fford over 12 years ago

I think that's perfectly fine. 

I want a full sleeve/left chest Maori tribal tattoo. I provided a photo. A very reputable artist has seen it, taken my deposit, scheduled me 6 weeks out, all is well. My question is, would an artist ever admit they couldn't do a particular tattoo?

Asked by Bruce Gossard almost 13 years ago

A good, honest artist would. I don't do portraits. I wouldn't even begin to do portraits. I've had people come to me, asking for portrait tattoos, and I've pointed them in the direction of a portrait tattoo artist. Every artist has a "style". Some don't mind going out of their comfort zones, some stick to what they know.

I just have a quick question. I got a tattoo today. I am supposed to coach and play beach volleyball on tuesday so just over 48hours. Can I cover it up for the hour or so or should I just not do it? And if it is ok to wrap it what can I wrap it with?

Asked by bellis about 12 years ago

You should not be playing beach volleyball 48 hours after having a tattoo done, especially if the tattoo is somewhere that will exposed to the dirt and sand flying around. 

As a tattoo artist do you register your client's tattoos? My step-daughter has a tattoo is she now registered on a list because she has a tattoo? Is that how the police know if she has a tattoo or distinguishing scars or marks?

Asked by Anita almost 13 years ago

I've never registered a customer's tattoo before. Maybe it's a law in some states? I have no idea.