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jw5150 · Tattoo lover Joined: 23 Jun 2008 Posts: 6

My tattoo artist recently did a huge favor for me. So I want to get him something to show my appreciation.

Are most artist picky about their ink's and things like that?
Anybody have any good ideas for me?

Sylvias · Tattoo lover Joined: 23 Jun 2008 Posts: 46

uv ink! thats what id want lol if i was at tattoo artist status yet

georga · Tattoo lover Joined: 15 Nov 2008 Posts: 2

The last time I saw my tattoo artist I tipped in him with a $50 bottle of tequila. Boy he was happy :0)

mommabird · Posted: Sun Nov 16, 2008 2:37 pm Post subject: Re: Gift for Tattoo Artist

In answer to your question about inks, etc:
YES, they are very picky about them - and they should be. And, if they are not, then I wouldn't use them. Many inks on the market are not very good, some inks even contain little plastic particles and cause irritations, etc. And the comment about the UV inks - many artists refuse to use them.

I wouldn't get anything along those lines, unless you really know the person well and know for a fact what they use. And if you purchase any supplies, then have them sent directly to the artist from the manufacturer/dealer, so that they know there was no contamination along the way.

Personally, I'd find out something they enjoy: bottle of their favorite drink, CD of someone they really like - oh and tips are always good Wink

rowdy · Posted: Mon Nov 24, 2008 7:10 pm Post subject:

Get him a book written by his favourite tattoo artist it should be easy to find out who his fave tattooist is.