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| - I got a HUGE tattoo on my back and went to Aaron. He was great - laid-back, friendly, and easy to hang with; I'm sorry to say that Black Line lost him to Red Buddha, a tattoo shop he's opening in Peterborough. PETERBOROUGH??
I like the studio itself - it's clean, bright, and I felt really comfortable there. Although I didn't appreciate the dimwit who booked my appt. He didn't think to offer any suggestions to a new client (although this wasn't my first tattoo). I was being all proactive with questions: A) Should I wear a stretchy black bra in case I'm bleeding? B) Should I wear a black T-shirt? C) Anything I need to buy in advance? D) Do I need to swing by in advance with my ideas? The problem is, if someone is that Type A about things, they wouldn't be working in a tattoo shop - they'd be doing concierge at the Four Seasons. So, if you're a tatt newbie, bring snacks or eat first; wear black; don't make any plans for right after (you may need to go home and veg); be prepared not to move actively for a few days (as you'll be in some pain); wear loose, comfy clothes that you may bleed a bit on; in advance, have Saran Wrap and bandage tape prepared at home; have a friend lined up to apply moisturizer on your tattoo if it's in an awkward place (mine was on my back, so I needed help). Also, if it's a large tattoo, prepare to come in for a few sessions - make sure your artist will be around to finish it! Tattoo artists move around.
I'd return there....there's another artist I have my eye on. We'll see......
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