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tattoos. If there are healed photographs of tattoos like the one you want in their book, you can be sure they're capable of doing what you want done. Try to find an artist who specializes in the style you like, especially if you're getting bigger work or custom work done. Most artists get into a "zone" while they are working, and being interested in the art involved usually speeds up the process and makes it more comfortable for you, and less expensive.

A small spontaneous tattoo doesn't require this much research, of course. It's still perfectly acceptable to walk into a tattoo shop, point at a tattoo on the wall, and ask to get it done. If the art is simple any reputable artist can apply it. You should still make sure that you choose a good artist with a portfolio of finished work. Look at their book and double-check before you get worked on. Many artists enjoy doing spontaneously-chosen tattoos, and will even add to or change the art to make it better than what you saw, or more personalized. You can usually ask the receptionist which artist would enjoy working with you. You may have to wait a bit longer for someone you'd be more comfortable with, but it makes a big difference in your ability to sit still and be calm.

The night before:

1.Don't drink heavily. If it will make you hungover, it will thin your blood the next day.
2.Get to bed on time. It may feel like christmas eve and be hard to sleep, but the rest will make you less fidgety the following day.
3.Check your funds. Make sure you have enough to cover the cost and a tip. Make sure you'll have enough left over to eat something or buy bottled water or any incidental snack you might want while you get tattooed.
4.if you have an appointment, call the shop and verify the time. Artists are human and can make mistakes, so make sure you know exactly when you are supposed to be there and how much it will cost.
5. For a spontaneous tattoo, all these are true. Don't decide to get tattooed after a night drinking; if you've been up all night; if you are using drugs; or if you aren't sure you have enough money. Call the shop the night before and ask if anyone can take walk-ins the following day. They may even make room for you.
6.Make sure you have any art reference or doctor's notes you will need. Also, check your ID or driver's license and make sure it's not expired! If so, some studios allow you to use your passport, but it's better to know ahead of time!

The day of:

1.Pack a small bag with; bottled water, walkman or

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