In Loving Memory Tattoos Part 2

In our last post on In Loving Memory tattoos we talked about some of the resons behind these tattoos. We mentioned that they are one of the tattoo designs that people typically dont ever regret getting and that they can help the healing process. By creating some living memory or symbol that reminds you of the person you will start to feel a little better and begin the healing and letting go process. We also talked about some design options such as a portrait, text or symbolic design. In this article we will talk about gathering ideas, refining the design and choosing a tattoo artist and some typically places for getting such a tattoo.

Gathering Ideas:

One of the most important parts that we mentioned before is to take your time with designing such a tattoo. Don’t feel rushed to just go out and get the design done or pick some silly flash off the wall. This is a powerful and meaningful tattoo that is deigned to help you heal after the loss of a loved one. So choosing the design and working on developing it is also part of the healing process. It will give you a chance to remember important things about the person. The best way typically to get ideas is to try and not thinking about it to much. It is best to get the idea that you want such a tattoo and then just put it in the back of your mind. Then one day when you are doing something else you will often think of some creative ideas that will work perfectly for the tattoo. Give the process time and allow your mind to wander. This is how artists and many creative people think. When you feel pressured to make a decisions or to come up with a design you are shooting yourself in the foot.

Refining the Design And Choosing The Artist

Being able to choose a good quality professional tattoo artist and working with them to refine the concept of your design is just as important as the above step for gathering ideas. Again you don’t want to rush it. Spend a good deal of time at the tattoo stores around your house. Start to find a store you feel comfortable in and try and look for artists that seem like a good match for you. Try to find someone that will listen to your ideas and be willing to incorporate what you want into a design. Not all tattoo artists can do this many of them are good at doing flash tattoos but designing from scratch or doing portraiture work takes a really proficient tattoo artist. Again you don’t want to rush the process. Find a store you are comfortable in and then find a artist that is will to work with you. This will ensure the quality of the overall design and guarantee that you get the design you have your heart set on.

Typically Places

There really are no typically places for such a tattoo and where you decide to get your ink done should really be up to you, your body and the design you are getting done. Talk with your tattoo artist about some suggestions for good places. In fact you will want to find the place before creating the design to make sure the design can fit in that space. One of the most common places to get an in loving memory tattoo is the shoulder. Other options might be the upper or entire back if you want a very large piece. Some people also choose to do a complete memorial sleeve tattoo design. The front chest area can also be popular since it is close to your heart. Of course you could always do something very different and get a foot of calf tattoo design.

Again whatever design and placement you choose for your in loving memory tattoo make sure you treat the whole thing with an easy going nature and don’t rush the job. Allow yourself time to explore different possibilities and this will also help with the healing process.

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