Ink: The Not-Just-Skin-Deep Guide to Getting a Tattoo
Aug.09, 2009 in
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Review
… must-have for every tattoo shop
great recommendation to give to those thinking of beginning their body art journey. — Tattoo Magazine, July, 2005
For anyone who’s ever considered getting permanently pigmented and indelibly here’s the ultimate initiation into the tribe of the tattooed. From Stone Age man to urban hipsters, and from distant shores to the nearest mall, tattoos continue to lay claim to new territory, displaying a dizzying array of personal creat…
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August 9th, 2009 at 8:32 am
1.0 out of 5 stars
Wasn’t what I thought it was
This wasn’t what I thought I was getting. I sent it back. I wanted a book with ideas and pictures.
August 9th, 2009 at 8:57 am
I bought this book and read it cover to cover before I got my first tattoo (three weeks ago at age 35). I wanted a tattoo, but I had two problems: I am afraid of needles and I like to know what is going to go on – no surprises.
This book answered all my questions about health, safety, cost, tipping, and the million other things that I was unsure of going into this new territory. Having read this book (about a week before I got my tattoo) enabled me to have a relaxing and enjoyable first tattoo experience. I was able to walk in to the tattoo shop already knowing how it would happen, step by step.
I would highly reccommend this book to anyone who is considering their first tattoo. The information on choosing a design and location are very helpful (in addition to all the things I mentioned above). I would say this is a ‘must read’, especially if you are nervous about the whole process. This takes the ‘mystery’ out of getting a tattoo.
In addition, the information about the history of tattooing, and tattooing in other cultures is quite interesting. There is also a good bibliography and list of helpful websites in the back of the book.
Even though I already got the tattoo, I still pick up the book and read sections of it. It is interesting to read now that I have been inked. I’m sure that I will read it again before getting my next tattoo. (I’m already working on a couple of ideas!)
August 9th, 2009 at 9:30 am
I have several tattoos, including large ones that required multiple sittings. I would like to think I know pretty much all there is to know about getting a tattoo, but man, I learned so much from this book! It is well written, easy to read and full of funny facts and trivia that I had to share with anyone that would listen! I would suggest this book to anyone, from someone looking to get their first tattoo to veteran tattooees and even tattooists. (Okay, I am making up words I think…) GREAT BOOK!
August 9th, 2009 at 10:29 am
I bought this book together with the Tattoo Encyclopedia. Even though they’re by the same author, they’re very different! This one is absolutely everything you need to know when you actually get your tattoo – from how much it will cost to how to keep from getting an infection. It’s totally readable and fun and is packed with factoids and pictures! Use the Tattoo Encyclopedia first and then this one.
August 9th, 2009 at 10:38 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
RECOMMEND TO EVERYONE!
My mom got this for both me and my boyfriend (who is a tattoo artist and we will be opening our own studio this winter) we both read it cover to cover and we both recommend this…
August 9th, 2009 at 11:04 am
4.0 out of 5 stars
For beginners
It’s a fine book if you really are nervous about your first, but if you already have one much of the text will be unnecessary.
August 9th, 2009 at 12:52 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
A good way to think before you ink
I wish I’d had this book before I got my first tattoo. It covers pretty much everything anyone would want to know, and is well written and fully illustrated.
August 9th, 2009 at 3:43 pm
4.0 out of 5 stars
A good start
This is a good place to start before getting a tattoo. We get a lot of people in our shop who just come in and basically point at something in a book.
August 9th, 2009 at 5:07 pm
4.0 out of 5 stars
Insightful and down to earth.
I was a bit skeptical at a book with this type of format and approach but it was amazingly well done.
August 9th, 2009 at 6:35 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
yes everything you need to know
This book is fun and easy to read. I would recommend anyone who has infinite questions about getting a tattoo to read this book first.
August 9th, 2009 at 8:05 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good resource
Very informative and easy to read book. Her advice matched my own tattoo experience exactly. I had a great tattoo experience but wish I had read her book before making my first…
August 9th, 2009 at 8:35 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great start
Honestly, for people like me, who have thought about a tattoo for years, not seriusly enough to do it, but not with so little importance that the idea is forgoten fast, this is a…
August 9th, 2009 at 10:51 pm
5.0 out of 5 stars
An excellent first book about tattooing
I had just gotten my first tattoo when I noticed something strange inside of me shifting and wanted to understand.