The Tattoo E-Book

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Welcome to the Tattoo E-Book. In here you will find everything you ever wanted toknow about the process of getting "inked" -- from how to choose a design, to choosing atattoo artist to post-operative care. We have included a chapter on what to expect when you visit a tattoo studio, whatquestions you should ask of the tattoo artist with regards to hygiene and safety as well asthe top ten signs that you are in the right place. As a tattoo is considered by many to be a rite of passage that marks significantperiods in our emotional and spiritual growth, we have also included information abouthow to emotionally prepare yourself for "the chair." We also provide you with plenty of tips on where you can find inspiration for custom designs as well as suggest ways to create your own custom designs. Unlike jewelry, a tattoo is a personal adornment that you will wear for life and the intention of this e-book is to help you make a decision that you canlive with the rest of your life.Tattoos are also works of art, and for this reason we have also included a chaptersabout the history of tattoos as well as compiled a list of tattoo artists who are considered tothe best in their fields from all over the world, whether their specialty be flames, sacredhearts, Celtic knots, sailor tattoos, Asian symbols, cartoons, manga, zodiac symbols ortribal markings. You will also find creative and practical suggestions for designing yourown tattoo using sites on the Internet.It is the publisher's sincere hope that this guide to tattoos will help you to makeintelligent and inspired choices before you decide to get inked.