It's a big commitment to have tattoos.Figuring out which design to ink onto your skin is only the beginning.Once you've found the perfect piece of art, you need to decide where it will go on your body.It's important to place on a growing thing such as your skin.Think about what you want the tattoo to look like, as well as how much pain you can tolerate.
Step 1: You can visualize your tattoo by breaking your body up.
A piece is a canvas.These pieces are broken up by your body's joints.The top of your thigh is a canvas.Take each canvasses into account for placing your tattoo.The top of your arm to your elbow is called a half-sleeve, while your entire arm from the top to the wrist is a fullsleeve.You could ask for a quarter-sleeve, which ends mid-bicep, if you were interested in a smaller arm piece that would be covered by a short-sleeved shirt.A back piece goes from the bottom of your neck to your buttocks.Understanding where these pieces traditionally go will help you tell your tattoo artist what you want.You can figure out which designs work best in each place by breaking up your body into sections.Where tattoos can go is where you're looking for the best small and large areas.
Step 2: Large, detailed pieces are placed on large sections of your body.
It's nearly impossible to do a very detailed design in a small space.A larger area of your body is needed to make a detailed design work.For a large design, such as a portrait or a character, choose areas of skin that are easy for your artist to access without making you contort yourself.
Step 3: You can put small designs on smaller parts of your body.
You can pick a lot of smaller areas for symbols.You can put one on your wrist or hand.You could even prefer a more playful placement.Try behind the ear, around a finger, or behind your ankle.The forward helix can be found on your ear or inside of your lip.
Step 4: You can choose a location based on your tattoo's shape.
You should look at the design of your tattoo.Is it long or thin?Is it straight?Is it square or round?Different shapes look best on different parts of your body.A long, thin tattoo can look good down your spine, forearm, or leg.They look great going down the sides of your stomach, but keep in mind that their shape can change as you gain weight or have a baby.Some designs can be wrapped around a limb, such as a tribal band.Choose an area that will allow the artist to complete the design evenly, such as the upper forearm, bicep, or just above the ankle.
Step 5: Don't take up a lot of space for a small tattoo.
Many people regret taking up a large portion of their tattoo-able space with a tiny tattoo in the middle.You might want to get a large tattoo that covers the whole thing.If you get a small symbol in the middle of your shoulder blade, you can't have a larger tattoo there unless you cover it with a completely new design.
Step 6: As you get older, pick a location that you will still like.
Think about what will happen to your body when you get a tattoo.Are you always going to like that tattoo?When you're in your 20s, think about how you will feel later in life.It is possible to place a tattoo that is not susceptible to aging.If you are on your stomach, you're less likely to gain weight on the backs of your shoulders.The stretch marks from having children may obscure the tattoo completely.It is possible that your shoulder blade is a better option.If you're not likely to gain much weight in your wrists or feet, they may be a good option.Even if your feet swell or get bigger, tattoos are usually the same shape.
Step 7: If you want to be able to easily see your tattoo, you should get it on the front of your body.
Some people love seeing their tattoos all the time, while others don't.You can see it without a mirror if you place it somewhere.You can only see it if you look in a mirror.Pick a place that you can see without a mirror but that is covered with clothing for an in-between option.
Step 8: You can hide or reveal it depending on your outfit.
If you want to show off your tattoo, place it in a place where people can see it all the time.You can hide it by picking a different piece of clothing.Pick a place where you can hide it.If you have a tattoo on the trapezius muscles between your neck and shoulders, you can wear a collared shirt or a shirt with a low neckline to show it off.You can do this with tattoos on your thighs, upper arms, back, and feet.
Step 9: Try a "peekaboo" tattoo.
These tattoos are placed in areas that are not very visible to the casual observer, but may reveal themselves as you move, such as behind your ear, inside your lip, or on the inside of your upper arm.You can try your upper chest, lower back, collarbone, and ankle joint.
Step 10: There are tattoos in the sun.
The sun speeds up the process of tattooing.If you want a tattoo with a lot of color, it's best to place it where it can be hidden.The sun won't be able to get to it as much, keeping it from fading as quickly.The beauty of your tattoo can be affected by the sun's effects on your skin.You should use a broad spectrum sunscreen to protect your skin.
Step 11: If you need to hide your tattoo for a job, place it in a discreet place.
It's easy to hide a tattoo if you put it somewhere that is easily visible.The torso area is a good place to hide a hidden tattoo.The upper thigh, shoulder blade, back, and side are usually hidden by professional clothing.
Step 12: For the least pain, aim for the thigh or bicep.
These two places may be a good choice for your first tattoo.They are less painful because of the muscle.The back of the shoulder is a good choice.If you have a low pain tolerance, you may want to skip the inside of the upper arm.
Step 13: For pain in the lower to mid-range, consider the calves or shoulder.
These areas provide a lot of strength for the needles to hit.They have a bit more bone than the thighs, but they still have more cushion than other areas.The wrists are slightly more painful than the other ones.
Step 14: There are areas to avoid to decrease the pain.
Your feet, hands, ribs, knees, and elbows are all going to be more painful.If you get a tattoo in one of these areas, it's likely to hurt more.You don't have as much flesh between the needle and the bone in these areas.To set your pain tolerance at a high level, you might want to start with these areas.
Step 15: Discuss your pain tolerance with your tattoo artist.
The tattoo artist knows which areas hurt the most.Ask the artist about good places for you to get a tattoo if you're sensitive to pain.