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paulman · 10-27-2008, 02:22 PM

Ive been wanting to get a tattoo for a long time but could never really pick out anything important enough. I know we have some creative and artistic people on here so I figured Id throw an idea out there and get some opinions, help or advice.
The tat would be going on the outside of my arm and could be as large as from just below my shoulder to just above my elbow. Ive been thinking about doing something with time such as a grandfather clock in black and gray and the phrase "you only live once" wrapping around it. Underneath would look something like 1984-20?? or something of that sort being the year I was born to the potential year of my death.
This would be somewhat of a motivational tattoo to me like when I am in a bad mood or feeling lazy I can look at it and be reminding u only get one shot at life which is the philosophy I live by. Its all up to debate right now looking for suggestions other than the grandfather clock to signify time, a different phrase around it, or something else instead of the dates or question marks. Opinions and Ideas are appreciated.

Doorag · 10-27-2008, 03:23 PM

Sounds like you have already decided.

Just go for it. I have a couple already and will be looking to add another sometime soon. Be warned - they are addictive.

bcityroller · 10-27-2008, 03:48 PM

I agree it sounds like you know what you want - in your shoes I might skip the actual years. Slightly OT I'm searching for a good shop/artist to get my first one done, so if you end up doing it in RI I'd love to get some feedback on who you used and the experience. Everyone I talk to seems to recommend skipping MA shops.

2004Ralli//art · 10-27-2008, 04:56 PM

oooh...tattoos

lol they really really are addicting...but worth it!!! imo just go up to a parlor and someone there should be able to draw up any type of idea you have...all of mine i have drawn except for my most recent one (which is ALMOST done peeling!!!! yay) i had my guy draw up my idea for me bc he does a better job haha

**Ozfazer6** · 10-27-2008, 05:00 PM

I have about 1/2 a dozen on my upper arms.Addictive is the word here ,lol
I also had a feeling of being unbalanced with one on one arm so went to the other then back to the first then back to the second and so on and so on .

**sideshow_downs** · 10-27-2008, 05:14 PM

You already have a good idea. Go into a parlor and talk to the artists and see what they can do for you. Mke sure to see their porfolio and talk to other people who have gotten tattoos there before to make sure they do good work. Dont be afraid to go to a few diffrent shops before you find the one you like.

They are addictive!! I have 14 and cant wait for the next one

Enjoy and have fun

**christod1** · 10-27-2008, 05:22 PM

keep in mind that a tattoo is something personal that will be on you for the rest of your life so do something that you like and expresses you. Not what looks cool or nice because you might not like it in a couple of years and then what? Theirs no rush so think about it very well before you do it. It took me 8 years to decide before I got mine...

**Ozfazer6** · 10-27-2008, 06:08 PM

I wonder if this person regrets this one

**Steph** · 10-27-2008, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ozfazer6

I wonder if this person regrets this one

ewwwww....can you imagine the nurse looking after him in the nursing home, sponge bathes and all?!?!? Sometimes you really need to think!!

That being said, I have 3 tats myself lol but not in places that will stretch or wrinkle

**ms mrdr** · 10-27-2008, 06:23 PM

I agree..once you get get one you want 12...i'm on my third...just make sure it's something you can live with FOREVER~~

10-27-2008, 02:22 PM	#1
paulman Junior Member Bike: shopping Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 31 Thanks: 0 Thanked 10 Times in 9 Posts Rep Power: 9 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Help me design my tattoo Ive been wanting to get a tattoo for a long time but could never really pick out anything important enough. I know we have some creative and artistic people on here so I figured Id throw an idea out there and get some opinions, help or advice. The tat would be going on the outside of my arm and could be as large as from just below my shoulder to just above my elbow. Ive been thinking about doing something with time such as a grandfather clock in black and gray and the phrase "you only live once" wrapping around it. Underneath would look something like 1984-20?? or something of that sort being the year I was born to the potential year of my death. This would be somewhat of a motivational tattoo to me like when I am in a bad mood or feeling lazy I can look at it and be reminding u only get one shot at life which is the philosophy I live by. Its all up to debate right now looking for suggestions other than the grandfather clock to signify time, a different phrase around it, or something else instead of the dates or question marks. Opinions and Ideas are appreciated.

10-27-2008, 05:00 PM	#5
Ozfazer6 Moderator Bike: 2005 FZ6 in Blue Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Adelaide,South Australia Posts: 4,468 Thanks: 4,310 Thanked 2,607 Times in 1,436 Posts Rep Power: 70 Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Re: Help me design my tattoo I have about 1/2 a dozen on my upper arms.Addictive is the word here ,lol I also had a feeling of being unbalanced with one on one arm so went to the other then back to the first then back to the second and so on and so on . __________________ Mick Leo Vince Alloy Cans With Cat Eliminator Pipe / Acumen Gear Indicator / Stebel Horn / Clear Alternatives Smoke Tail Light / Polished Wheels / Dual Headlight Mod / Puig Light Smoke Screen / Pod Light Indicators / Clear Indicator Lenses / Alarm / FS6 sliders / Camera Mount / GPS Mount / K&N Air Filter / 12v Outlet / Givi E30N /15T + Speedo Healer /bixenon projectors with angel eyes,6000k / Shorty Pazzo's / PC3 / 07+ handle bar clamp / Rizoma Grips/Bar Ends PLAY QUESTION OF THE DAY

10-27-2008, 05:14 PM	#6
sideshow_downs Finally Summer Bike: '08 FZ6 - Raven Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 866 Thanks: 631 Thanked 236 Times in 186 Posts Rep Power: 22 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Re: Help me design my tattoo You already have a good idea. Go into a parlor and talk to the artists and see what they can do for you. Mke sure to see their porfolio and talk to other people who have gotten tattoos there before to make sure they do good work. Dont be afraid to go to a few diffrent shops before you find the one you like. They are addictive!! I have 14 and cant wait for the next one Enjoy and have fun __________________ I'm all jacked up on Mountain Dew! 2008 FZ6 In stealth Raven -debadged-reflectors removed-painted windscreen-powder coated pegs and radiator covers-devil exhaust-competition werkes F/E and signals-tcp seat cowl-pc3 pete tune-FZ1 Bars-arrow mid pipe- hel stainless brake lines

10-27-2008, 05:22 PM	#7
christod1 Just a member Bike: Naked 07 FZ6 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rhodes, Greece Posts: 531 Thanks: 218 Thanked 95 Times in 79 Posts Rep Power: 15 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Re: Help me design my tattoo keep in mind that a tattoo is something personal that will be on you for the rest of your life so do something that you like and expresses you. Not what looks cool or nice because you might not like it in a couple of years and then what? Theirs no rush so think about it very well before you do it. It took me 8 years to decide before I got mine... __________________ Life is too short.You got to stop and look around once in a while cause you might miss it. Last edited by christod1; 10-27-2008 at 06:06 PM.

10-27-2008, 06:23 PM	#10
ms mrdr PB4UGO Bike: 2005 FZ6 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NO WHERE Posts: 185 Thanks: 43 Thanked 32 Times in 24 Posts Rep Power: 9 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Re: Help me design my tattoo I agree..once you get get one you want 12...i'm on my third...just make sure it's something you can live with FOREVER~~

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