How To Choose The Right Tattoo Design For You

Choosing a tattoo is a different experience for each individual! Some people ink like there is no tomorrow and choose their designs on a whim and others love to have a personal story and meaning to each design. When choosing the right tattoo design, we have some helpful steps that you can take to make sure that you are choosing the right tattoo for you.

Decide Why You Would Like A New Tattoo Design

Knowing why you would like to add a new tattoo design can really help you decide what the design will be. Taking into consideration the area you would like the tattoo to cover could help you work out what artwork would look good on you and that particular body part. Talking to your local tattoo artists will really help with this research. Browsing our website gallery and google images can also help you discover what your personal taste is too! Simply start to research where people commonly get tattoos on their bodies and see what shoes out to you. Many people love to have their tattoos as seen as possible by others and therefore choose an area like their arms while others like to keep their tattoos hidden somewhere like their stomach, especially if it is a tribute tattoo or artwork that represents or is linked to something personal.

Research, Research, Research!

We can not say it enough, research is key! Once you have a video idea of where you would like your tattoo placed or know what kind of theme you would like the tattoo design to fit into such as a flower or an inscription, then start to research! You may think that the right tattoo design will shine out to you instantly, while this can be the case this is not always accurate for everyone and therefore any thought put into your design will help guarantee that it is the right tattoo design for you.

For example, if you are looking to get an inscription in a foreign language it is always good to research the phrase you desire and make sure that it is spelled correctly and represents the correct message.

Imagine Future You

Sometimes looking into the future can be the answer! You may want to consider life choices such as career, location, etc when choosing a suitable tattoo design. For example, If you see yourself living in a very hot and sunny country within the next few years, you may want to consider that you place your tattoo design somewhere that is not exposed to the sun consistently, and therefore it will protect the tattoo from fading.

Start To Narrow Down Your Ideas

Now that you have gathered a place you would like to apply your new tattoo and what kind of size you are looking for, it is time to refine your ideas. Firstly, knowing the style of tattoo that you would like is helpful. Once you know what general area of ideas you are thinking about, you can start to save some examples that you really like which will narrow down your choices. As you look through more detailed examples of what you would like you will start to refine your ideas further, choosing between colors and details.

If You Are Stuck, You Can Always Design Your Own

If you still can not see any examples of what kind of tattoo design you would like, it might be time to get an original! If you are talented at drawing then you may be able to do this at home. If you have plenty of ideas but are not sure how to get them down on paper, collaborating with a tattoo artist will be your port of call. Our tattoo artists are always open to your suggestions and will take the time to sit with you to make sure that your design is what you want it to be.

Ask Advice

Still completely stuck? If you have always been intrigued to get a tattoo but have no idea where to start or you are an ink pro but you are stuck with how to fill a space, ask for advice! Our tattoo artists are always available for questions and will gladly point you in the right direction, helping you choose a design that is right for you. We would even recommend that you ask advice from those that are closest to you, such as friends or family as they will know you very well and might be able to suggest some personal designs that you will love!

Consider Maintenance

If you are not one for much fuss when it comes to your tattoos there may be areas that you will want to avoid. If you tattoo areas of the body such as feet, hands, and face, these tattoos will require touch-ups and attention to keep them looking fresh. After you have had your new tattoo created, you will need to make sure that you prioritize healing and therefore these areas of the body can be troublesome.

Always Take Your Time When Choosing The Right Tattoo For You

The best advice that you can receive about how to choose the best tattoo design that is right for you is to give yourself as much time as you need. Often, when we are confused about what to do or what idea would be best, these things become clear to us over time. Allowing yourself enough time to properly research your design and design that details such as colors and placement is correct will save you a headache down the road. Gathering examples of your ideal tattoos is a great place to start.

If you are looking for a tattoo shop in Philadelphia with skilled artists and a friendly atmosphere, check out Oracle Tattoo Gallery. Whether this is your first tattoo or your twentieth, It will be a fantastic experience. Schedule a consultation with us today to learn more!