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Post by toastie on Apr 20, 2010 10:57:40 GMT -5
The only way that could be more awesome is if your arm WAS a whisk!!!
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Post by theblondette on Apr 20, 2010 18:41:44 GMT -5
omg that whisk is so cool. I've seen baking fans get cupcakes etc, but that's way more awesome!
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Post by stringer on Nov 9, 2010 12:56:16 GMT -5
So, I'm not around these parts much these days, and I do mean to change that sometime, but if y'all will still accept me.. Here's my latest offering. 5 & 1/2 hours, Ami (my girl, as some of you have met) from State Of Art in Swansea (http://statetattoo.net/) was the artist. Turned this:  into this:  I am absolutely chuffed. |
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Post by stringer on Nov 9, 2010 12:58:10 GMT -5
Maaaan, I've been away so long I don't know what works and what doesn't. Hang on, pics coming soon.
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Post by stringer on Nov 9, 2010 13:03:25 GMT -5
Oh wait! It's working now!
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Post by fairysari on Nov 9, 2010 13:38:31 GMT -5
awesome!
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Post by stringer on Nov 9, 2010 13:43:44 GMT -5
Cheers! I'm stoked. And in pain.  |
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Post by missalabamanobody on Nov 9, 2010 15:38:53 GMT -5
naked stringer pic. cool.
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Post by stringer on Nov 9, 2010 16:52:37 GMT -5
naked stringer pic. cool. Don't say I don't spoil you. Also, you can see my freaky chest-hole thing. |
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Post by Rhinovirus on Nov 9, 2010 16:55:54 GMT -5
I love the way the shading came out, those 'eyebrows' came out perfectly. Really good tattoo artist you found there.
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Post by stringer on Nov 9, 2010 16:56:57 GMT -5
I love the way the shading came out, those 'eyebrows' came out perfectly. Really good tattoo artist you found there. Cheers - just so happens to be my partner!  |
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Post by Rhinovirus on Nov 9, 2010 17:08:28 GMT -5
I initally read that as she did the drawing on cardboard, I should have known that as your medium. That makes it all the better! She is great.
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Post by delboydrums on Nov 10, 2010 17:54:58 GMT -5
Love Stringer's picture and Ami's superb inkwork.
On the morning of getting this done, I asked Mr Stringer if he would be taking a break during the impending SIX hours of tattooing....and his reply?
"Only if I get hungry"
Chris Stringer - skinny but tough.
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Post by stringer on Nov 15, 2010 9:43:55 GMT -5
Haha! It's true - I only stopped to have a wee and to eat some Galaxy. Mmmmm.
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Post by bex on Nov 15, 2010 18:29:01 GMT -5
Tough Man Stringer, but thats half the fun right? Being able to put your mind elsewhere and dealing with the pain. Tattooing wouldn't be fun or addictive without the pain. Or is that just me?!
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Post by Deleted on Nov 17, 2010 2:24:38 GMT -5
how much does it hurt? i'm tempted to get a THS tat but i'm not exactly a fan of pain
but Bex, i have heard that from other people
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Post by delboydrums on Nov 17, 2010 5:16:24 GMT -5
All depends - on where on your body, what your pain threshold's like etc
My tattoos on my upper arms didn't hurt anywhere near as much as the one at the base of my neck, but then I'm very good with surface pain (even stitches) but like a three year old with anything internal, like toothache - typical man!.
All I can say is be very, very sure what you want and "it hurts but it's worth it"!
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Post by stringer on Nov 18, 2010 9:30:29 GMT -5
Yeah man, "it hurts but it's worth it" definitely applies! My inner forearms didn't hurt, my inner bicep didn't really hurt so much, and the ribs definitely hurt. Think hard about what you want - I'm still undecided on a THS tat, thought about getting "we make our own movies", but I'm still thinking about it, because you gotta be certain it's what you want!
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Post by bloodystereos on Nov 18, 2010 12:20:45 GMT -5
how much does it hurt? i'm tempted to get a THS tat but i'm not exactly a fan of pain but Bex, i have heard that from other people Well , yeah , it hurts. And, yeah, its worth it. I generally avoid getting things like names of bands , names of girlfriends, etc... as you just never know how you might feel about said band or girl in ten years. But if your sure thats what you want , then go for it ! My first two pieces were on my chest , after that arms and legs are easy peasy. Also keep in mind that picking the right artist is just as important as picking the right artwork. For God's sake don't just walk into some shop and get inked without doing some research first. |
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Post by Deleted on Nov 18, 2010 17:09:02 GMT -5
Yeah man, "it hurts but it's worth it" definitely applies! My inner forearms didn't hurt, my inner bicep didn't really hurt so much, and the ribs definitely hurt. Think hard about what you want - I'm still undecided on a THS tat, thought about getting "we make our own movies", but I'm still thinking about it, because you gotta be certain it's what you want! there's a local THS fan who got at 'There's always other boys, there's always other boyfriends' tat she's now in a stable, loving relationship oops.... |
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Post by stringer on Nov 18, 2010 17:51:12 GMT -5
I'm right there with bloodystereos - and I can't believe I forgot to say - that you need to find a good artist. Do some research, check out their portfolios, their online galleries (if they have them) etc. I mean, it's easy enough for me to spot where not to go because, my girlfriend is a fully professional tattooist - so I've learned a hell of a lot from her. What to look out for, quality of linework etc. Ami's advice: "go check out the different studios' work, their portfolios, in-house and online, and pick the place/artist with the style and quality you think is best - crisp, clear lines, good colour, and mainly consistency in quality work. For example, f you're looking for a graphic tattoo, look for somebody who's good at graphic work. Make sure they have a variety of quality work - they're obviously going to show their best work, so if someone's just showing old-school work, they're probably not that versatile." Ahh, the joys of having a tattooist girlfriend  |
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Post by chipsahoy240 on Nov 18, 2010 21:43:13 GMT -5
so when i turn 18 im getting a stay positive tattoo, but i was thinking of also geting a marionette without the doll and the words "there's strings attached to every single lover"
what do you guys think?
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Post by chipsahoy240 on Nov 18, 2010 22:22:09 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Nov 18, 2010 22:28:03 GMT -5
make them ICP clowns
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Post by chipsahoy240 on Nov 18, 2010 23:34:45 GMT -5
no thanks. id rather not.
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