Sunday, February 28, 2016

Interesting Saturday


My Saturday was very interesting. I had spent the night before drawing away to get ready for my first tattoo. My client sent me a few pictures for ideas and wanted a tree that forms a circle. My thoughts immediatly went to a traditional Celtic image so that's what I drew up for her. She actually had something idffrent in mind, so we had to scrap that idea. At first I was frustrated (not showing it to my client, of course!!) but I remembered that it wasn't me this was going on for eternity. I'm really pleased with what I created. This is just the first session, which I'm glad for, because I'm not confident in color and shading just quite yet. I can't wait to see how this will turn out, though!

My second tattoo of the day did not go so well, like at all. I failed miserably and the only saving grace is that my lines were so light that I can go over them. I was doing a tattoo on my client's arm and when I got to the outside towards the back of her arm, the skin was just not taking the ink. It was so frustrating and I couldn't figure out what to do. My coworkers were all busy so I did what I could, wrapped her up, and scheduled her to come back. I was so embarrassed, but it was certainly a lesson. My boss was nice and we had a talk about where I am and we scheduled some more lesson time.

Saturday, February 27, 2016

Henna-Inspired Flower Burst





My best friend, Rachel, sat in the chair again for me last night! I'm not overly pleased with how it turned out, though. I was oddly nervous to do it and was using a shader (11 Mag) that I still haven't gotten used to and even after this one am still not feeling. I know it will come with time, but I really want to be awesome NOW!

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

Mother/Daughter Infinity Symbols

These clients wanted something similar, but not identical. I think it was a wonderful choice and they turned out really well!

Sunday, February 21, 2016

Work Sketch

Beginnings of a mandala tattoo I'm designing for a client. I'm not going to be the one tattooing it, unfortunately, but the practice is worth it. I can't wait to see the final product!

Saturday, February 20, 2016

Phoenix Feather Tattoo


So, my boss wanted me to tattoo myself as a way of learning how to tattoo and honing my skills. My idea for this was a phoenix feather. I could use improvement, but for my 3rd tattoo, I'm really happy with the results!

Bohemian Heart Tattoo

I had my first walk-in! A friend of mine drove 45 minutes just to see me! I was so amazed that someone would want my art permanently painted onto their body, let alone drive all that way to let me practice on them!!

It was awesome catching up with her, too. One of the things I'm really loving about my new career is that you get the chance to really connect with someone on a deep level. If you think about it, it's really like a therapy. You're in just enough pain where your raw emotions are showing through and you're talking with someone who's in the middle of creating art so they're in a very open state of mind. It's truly an amazing experience!

Beautifully Broken but Forgiven Tattoo

My first script tattoo! I'm very proud of how this turned out, and I plan on doing lettering on my thigh sometime next week. This tattoo meant a lot to my client, it's her personal motto and beautiful words to live by.

Funny side note: I chose the font without realizing that the client already had a tattoo on her wrist, but it turned out to be okay because the two styles are so similar!

Thursday, February 18, 2016

Tiny Lotus Tattoo





My best friend, Rachel, was my first official appointment. She wanted a tiny, simple lotus on her foot. I was really nervous because, from experience,. I know how painful a foot tattoo can be. She was good though and toughed through it. She's really happy with the results, as am I!

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

First Tattoo!


My first tattoo!! Well, the outline for it. I still have another session before it's done, but I did it! My model was my wonderful life-mate, and he was a real trooper. This was his first tattoo as well, and he didn't flinch or complain at all! Can't wait to do more today!!

Friday, February 12, 2016

It's Official!


So, yesterday I got my official tattoo/body piercing license from the county and began my training right away. This has been a dream of mine forEVER!! And finally, with the support of my wonderful husband, I can finally begin the best chapter of my life. I cannot wait to share with you what I create!

Friday, February 5, 2016

To The Moon & Back

I wanted to make a Valentine's gift that wasn't pink or red. I also needed to work on lettering, so it's a win win. Seriously, your significant other will love this mug for Valentine's Day.

Thursday, February 4, 2016

Rose Bush

A simple little design. I'm quite pleased how this turned out, it's rather cuter than I thought it would end up being. You can see this design on many different products here.

Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Eye of the Tiger

Exciting news! All of my hard work seems to be paying of because.... Drumroll, please.... I got offered a tattoo apprenticeship!!! So if you're ever in the Chautauqua Region, please come see me for awesome body art! I'll also be sure to post photos of my work, I cannot wait for this awesomeness!!!!!!!!

Also, this tiger looks cool on a hoodie. Don't believe me? Check it out, here!