We tattoo artists are used to answering all sorts of questions. We can understand why you asked some of these questions. We want to slap you in the face with some questions. We’re not here to punish you immediately, are we? We are not here to chastise you but rather to educate you. So, the next time you walk into a tattoo shop, you won’t be tempted to say something stupid.

How Much Is a Sleeve?

This question makes me angry. This is like asking “How much is a car?” in a car dealer. You can see why this is a bad question. This depends on so many factors. Your budget, design, placement, and pain tolerance are all important factors. A full sleeve of tattoos is not something that you can just go in and have. A beautiful tattoo sleeve takes many sessions and hours. So don’t ask again.

You could also look through the portfolio of an artist, choose a piece that you like, and tell them you intend to use it as part of a larger tattoo. Working on it little by little. We like it. (See? Good tattoo etiquette.)

What Are the Options for Pain Relief?

Are you serious right now? Firstly, drunk or high people can be annoying. I don’t think I want to spend all day with you if you are drunk. Let’s also talk about the effects on your body. Alcohol and some painkillers thin the blood. It will affect the entire tattoo. tattoos are painful. you don’t have to be a drug addict to get one. You can develop this by getting tattooed.

Some numbing products can help you ease the pain, especially if your tattoo is in a sensitive part of your body. These creams are typically around 5% benzocaine or lidocaine, and won’t affect the surface of your tattoo. These are better!

What Style Should I Get?

Do you think I’m a psychic? How can I know what you are thinking? What do you think I hear when you say that to me? You don’t take tattoos seriously and should return when you do. You may be inexperienced or have not done much research. These things are fine. We live in a time where you can instantly summon styles and designs. Look up some ideas, look at some portfolios, and then return with an idea.

That’s Expensive!

This is a common one, although not something I hear myself. How much did you spend last night at the bar? Or at your last dinner? That was an experience that happened only once. This tattoo will be with you for the rest of your life. It takes us most of the time to learn a craft we will never stop improving because it’s so awesome! In a clean, sterile, and safe environment, you get a piece of art, that will last forever. It is crafted by some of the coolest people in the world. It’s well worth it. We don’t get a monthly payment from you.

This post was written by J Michael Taylor. J Michael Taylor is an artist and owner of Black Amethyst Tattoo Gallery. Looking for Tattoo shops in St Petersburg Florida? Black Amethyst has you covered! They provide an art-first approach to custom tattooing in a gallery setting.