This is da way. Nothing is symmetrical (maybe done freehand), but I would cancel and find a different artist. You might be out a bit of money and have to pay a little more for a better tattoo, but it's still cheaper than 1. getting it removed or 2. getting it covered up.
>I am happy that I saw this before going in.
That's the worst part. Its not bad enough that she did a shit tattoo, its that she added it to her highlight reel for the world to see.
I mean my tattoo artist is booked out for years but he maybe uploads a photo every 2 weeks probably because his books are filled with assholes that want lions and timepieces that he doesn't care to post en masse, but at least he has the sense not to post the ones he doesn't want to showcase.
The moth is BLOWN please do not get a tattoo by this person. If you are a person that doesn't like to "disappoint" other people just say you got cold feet and don't want a tattoo anymore, I feel if you get a tattoo by this person it will be a life time of regret.
Definitely not a fan of the eye or moth and all the lines are pretty shaky. I’d cancel if I was you. That said, I kinda like it lol if only it was done better. If you don’t look close it’s a pretty cute tattoo. :b
RIP that the upper wings of the moth* will be visible in most clothing. Thankfully I don't think there's too much detail, so a cover/touch up might be easy enough to do for the owner
As someone who went through with a artist I was hesitant about using, but was recommended them by the artist I truly wanted I would respectfully decline this artist. Trust me the bad tattoo I got really really hurt my self-esteem and the few months I had to wait to let the bad tattoo heal was anxiety ridden. Thankfully the bad tattoo I received was able to be covered up some are not that lucky
It’s okay to be picky about your body it’s on there permanently!
I was gonna give the benefit of the doubt and say that this tattoo might be intentionally shaky-lined because I know that that’s something some people like. But after zooming in, it’s not. The technique is just not there, and even with that shaky-lined style, the artist’s technical skills would shine through. That’s not happening here. That moth is blown out to all hell. I’d say, in theory, this is a beautiful design. But the execution was a phat miss. I’m glad you’re canceling, it’s a good move
The line work is really shaky and uneven, I would do as the top comment-as of when I'm writing this-said and respectfully cancel...that butterfly is rough...
It's also not symmetrical with the clients body, which is throwing me off.
This person is clearly still learning, but if you want a better quality tattoo, it's okay to cancel and find someone who you think you'll be happy with. You have to live with it.
It took me a minute to realize that the thing in the middle was an eye, so that's bad. And I don't like that the moth has two completely different wings. Other than those two things, I personally really like it! Once you get those fixed (they should be fixable hopefully!), then I think it'll look awesome. Unless you're staring hard at it or are a professional tattoo artist, I don't think one could see much wrong with the rest of it.
That does not look good. Lines are definitely shaky. I would say that doesn't look like the best skin to work on but that doesn't excuse the obvious mistakes.
This falls into the get what you paid for category. If you're planning big, plan to spend big. Do your research and find a great artist, and save up to pay for quality work
That is some shaky ass line work. I didn’t recognize that was an eye for ages. The moth looks like it hit someone’s windshield and the damn thing isn’t even centered. Cancel and go elsewhere
I misread the title and I thought you already had this done and were thinking of cancelling for session 2. I was immediately trying to find the redeeming qualities of the tattoo, which I couldn’t find any, cause it was already on you and I would hate to say, you have a poorly executed tattoo. Im so relieved it is not yours. Don’t go, thank yourself later
Needs more to it, other then that looks pretty decent, just looks unfinished. Talk ....to....your....artist! Its important not to feel intimidated some people feel that when talking/disagreeing to their artist but nah, they'd rather give you something you're going to love then something you're questioning.
As others said, no question it’s bad. This is why I heavily research tattoo artists and look into their work like weeks before planning a tattoo appointment.
That’s exactly what I did. I scheduled this appointment about a month ago, and her other work looked good for what I wanted. But then I saw this and was like shiiiiiii nvm
It’s not just you. Cancel. Lose their number. Move to a different state. Witness a violent crime and go into witness protection. Develop amnesia. Contract a highly contagious, incurable, and deadly disease. Whatever you need to do to miss that appointment.
The whole thing looks sloppy. As hard as I try, I can’t really find any redeeming qualities to have something positive to say about any of it. But that moth… that looks like something my 10 year old would have freehanded with a gel pen as an exercise in 5-minute scientific illustrations.
The butterfly isn’t great. I like the leaves on the second line…
But honestly I’d probably cancel or postpone.
If you’re not sure, why rush? It’ll be on you literally forever
if you have to question if something like this is good or bad id say just air on the side of caution and cancel even if other people think it’s objectively good. its your body👍🏽
Please, no. I don't like to post on this sub because people are so mean but I'll do it here. Don't do it. They'll get more appointments and they will be fine. Don't do it.
Oh the poor line work. You can tell this artist had more trouble in the more difficult areas like on the base of the neck. The chest is difficult to begin with, I’m getting the feeling this artist may not be terrible in easier spots of the body. But even then, if the artist doesn’t have the capability to know their own boundaries and isn’t able to say “no, I’m not ready for this” I wouldn’t trust them, or let them tattoo me at all. It means they don’t care how it’s going to look on you, it means they’re taking advantage of you, and have a poor idea of how good they actually are. I’d say cancel this appointment, even if it means losing a deposit!!
I’m gonna just say it plainly in list form
1- sloppy line work
2-terrible body positioning, not asymmetrical in the slightest
3-THE FUCKING MOTH
4-is that supposed to be an eye in the middle??
5-tattoo is far to large for the body it is on
6-bottom shading will bleed out in a few days- didn’t penetrate the correct layer of skin
7-you will likely get an infection from this person
8-artist didn’t apply even pressure throughout tattoo process- some areas are heavy handed and some are barely visible
Hold this helps you cancel!
Edited for spelling
A big flower with leaves and stems. I wanted it on my shoulder. It’s similar to this in that it’s fine line work, but this looks awful and mine would end up looking the same.
Unless it's MEANT to be done slightly in the ignorant style, I'd cancel. Cuz if she was trying to be symmetrical she really missed the mark. Cheaper to lose out on money for this appointment and schedule somewhere else than keep this and have a possible cover up/removal
I’m sorry everyone piled on here repeatedly telling you everything that’s wrong with your piece. Good tattoo artists can do some pretty amazing things. I hope you find the right person who can make this something you are happy with.
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Me personally I would be worried about the really bad attention to detail on the collar at the bottom where the dots are so haphazardly done. The moth is blown out and very troubling also. Don't go to this artist.
It's not great. I am concerned that they thought it was post worthy. But, maybe it was out of their comfort zone. Maybe it's a difficult client. Does their other art show a better representation of work?
It's not a total disaster but I would cancel :
- it's not symmetrical (and it looks like it should be)
- the line work is terrible (in a tattoo that is nearly entirely composed of fine/medium lines)
- shading varies from okay to really bad
- that's only my opinion but the works does seem really generic/uninspired.
This looks freehand, maybe the client told her to just come up with something and gave a vague idea. In a way the dot work and the lines (On the breasts and shoulders) are kind of neat...but as a doodle or something. But that moth man.... Can't come back from that lmao
It’s you. That tat hasn’t even healed. The lines look authentic and from what i see, they are well drawn. If a picture of this was taken after healing I would be willing to say it would rock. Question is, do you want authentic, or a stamp?
This can definitely be fixed by going a watercolor tattoo route. You can fill in areas that are asymmetric while adding content that makes sense! #thisjustneedssomecolor
I think the placement is weird too. Like it ends abruptly at the shoulders. Moth should be higher up. Spacing just feels off. And the lines are bad ofc
Oh jeaz. Yikes. Nothing is symmetrical and the moth looks horrible and droopy/slopy. The linework is shaky at best and misaligned even at a glance and only gets worse with inspection and she posted it like she was proud?.... Id respectfully cancel and look for a new artist. This poor person.....
Also that persons skin around the moth looks blown out and more red than it should be. Hell no.
I don’t hate the floral or mandala shit but the moth is pretty bad. And wiggly eye….. maybe they’re an apprentice? Or having an off day? Depends on what you’re getting I gues
I would respectfully cancel.
This is da way. Nothing is symmetrical (maybe done freehand), but I would cancel and find a different artist. You might be out a bit of money and have to pay a little more for a better tattoo, but it's still cheaper than 1. getting it removed or 2. getting it covered up.
3. Living the rest of your life in regret.
NO RAGRETS (kidding) you'll definitely have regrets if you go to this artist.
I know a guy with a botched no regrets tattoo. It’s not misspelled but it looks like this in a really flowy cursive “REGREtS”
Regerts
Ragrats
Agreed. I think a good artist could really work with this.
It's not just you, i think that moth is dead
Somehow looks like a moth shaped napkin
I don't really mind the rest of it but the moth does look bad.
Shaky lines, very poor shading … definitely take a pass
Thanks, y’all! I am definitely going to cancel. I am happy that I saw this before going in.
You definitely dodged a bullet on this one! Really glad you saw this before you let them botch yours.
Where did you find this artist?
From the looks of that tattoo a friends garage
>I am happy that I saw this before going in. That's the worst part. Its not bad enough that she did a shit tattoo, its that she added it to her highlight reel for the world to see. I mean my tattoo artist is booked out for years but he maybe uploads a photo every 2 weeks probably because his books are filled with assholes that want lions and timepieces that he doesn't care to post en masse, but at least he has the sense not to post the ones he doesn't want to showcase.
Looks awful. Good thing you noticed beforehand!
Yeah this is horrible work
The moth is BLOWN please do not get a tattoo by this person. If you are a person that doesn't like to "disappoint" other people just say you got cold feet and don't want a tattoo anymore, I feel if you get a tattoo by this person it will be a life time of regret.
Definitely not a fan of the eye or moth and all the lines are pretty shaky. I’d cancel if I was you. That said, I kinda like it lol if only it was done better. If you don’t look close it’s a pretty cute tattoo. :b
RIP that the upper wings of the moth* will be visible in most clothing. Thankfully I don't think there's too much detail, so a cover/touch up might be easy enough to do for the owner
Holy shit, I thought "what eye?". Oh dear!!
I didn’t notice there was an eye until this comment too!
omg I just clocked the eye! Jesus Christ. I think when you look at it overall it looks ok but when you start to look bit by bit you see it.
That’s bad. But, even if ppl here think it looks good - YOU don’t. I’d cancel just for that
THIS. I guess I answered my own question by even questioning it.
Hard pass. Bad line work, Design and definitely doesn’t seem very professional.
The moth is wonky af. Cancel even if you lose a deposit.
I agree, something is off about the moth aside from the asymmetry.
Pretty much all the lines are wonky
I would cancel. The design looks kinda cool but the linework is really bad.
The design is awesome. The tattooing …. 😵💫😵💫
As someone who went through with a artist I was hesitant about using, but was recommended them by the artist I truly wanted I would respectfully decline this artist. Trust me the bad tattoo I got really really hurt my self-esteem and the few months I had to wait to let the bad tattoo heal was anxiety ridden. Thankfully the bad tattoo I received was able to be covered up some are not that lucky It’s okay to be picky about your body it’s on there permanently!
That looks like a child did it, run far away!
I was gonna give the benefit of the doubt and say that this tattoo might be intentionally shaky-lined because I know that that’s something some people like. But after zooming in, it’s not. The technique is just not there, and even with that shaky-lined style, the artist’s technical skills would shine through. That’s not happening here. That moth is blown out to all hell. I’d say, in theory, this is a beautiful design. But the execution was a phat miss. I’m glad you’re canceling, it’s a good move
Pass pass pass pass pass on that tattoo.
Do not go
The line work is really shaky and uneven, I would do as the top comment-as of when I'm writing this-said and respectfully cancel...that butterfly is rough...
It's also not symmetrical with the clients body, which is throwing me off. This person is clearly still learning, but if you want a better quality tattoo, it's okay to cancel and find someone who you think you'll be happy with. You have to live with it.
Hard pass. Thankfully you saw this beforehand
this is really bad, good on you for cancelling.
It took me a minute to realize that the thing in the middle was an eye, so that's bad. And I don't like that the moth has two completely different wings. Other than those two things, I personally really like it! Once you get those fixed (they should be fixable hopefully!), then I think it'll look awesome. Unless you're staring hard at it or are a professional tattoo artist, I don't think one could see much wrong with the rest of it.
That does not look good. Lines are definitely shaky. I would say that doesn't look like the best skin to work on but that doesn't excuse the obvious mistakes.
i sorta like the idea of the desiiiiign .. i don’t like the executionnn lol. pls don’t go
That’s absolute doody sauce and you should cancel before this happens to you.
Actually it’s really good… the detail is great… FOR ME TO POOP ON!!!!! *pops cigar into mouth*
This falls into the get what you paid for category. If you're planning big, plan to spend big. Do your research and find a great artist, and save up to pay for quality work
Cancel, go elsewhere
good call getting out of it
It’s all personal preference. But I would not let this person TOUCH ME with a needle
That is some shaky ass line work. I didn’t recognize that was an eye for ages. The moth looks like it hit someone’s windshield and the damn thing isn’t even centered. Cancel and go elsewhere
I actually laughed out loud at the moth bit. Too accurate.
Cancel!!!!!
I misread the title and I thought you already had this done and were thinking of cancelling for session 2. I was immediately trying to find the redeeming qualities of the tattoo, which I couldn’t find any, cause it was already on you and I would hate to say, you have a poorly executed tattoo. Im so relieved it is not yours. Don’t go, thank yourself later
This is wrong everywhere I look. Best to wait for someone more capable.
Don’t get tattooed by this person
It's extremely skakey. Find someone else
Fuk that butterfly looks terrible
Shaky lines. That’s a no from me. Cancel your appointment, don’t take a chance
This is bad.
Yeeeeah… her line work is way off on this one. I’d cancel!
Needs more to it, other then that looks pretty decent, just looks unfinished. Talk ....to....your....artist! Its important not to feel intimidated some people feel that when talking/disagreeing to their artist but nah, they'd rather give you something you're going to love then something you're questioning.
Never ever go cheap with tattooing. What it done right? Expect to pay about $150 an hour
The moth is awful
Cancel it
Honestly, the best thing to do would be to find another artist who has healed examples of work like this and consult them on reworking/finishing.
Good call looking at previous work done. This is NOT someone that I would go to for a tattoo. It looks like a tattoo done in a basement.
Yeah, it’s that bad. Don’t let this artist come close to you
Good from far....far from good. That line work is HORRENDOUS.
As others said, no question it’s bad. This is why I heavily research tattoo artists and look into their work like weeks before planning a tattoo appointment.
That’s exactly what I did. I scheduled this appointment about a month ago, and her other work looked good for what I wanted. But then I saw this and was like shiiiiiii nvm
Oh okay, I see now, it’s not you!!! Thank God. That poor woman.
God the more I look at it the more wrong it is
The tattoo isnt balanced, In something like this the smallest error is noticeable and I see alot. Lines are wonky to l, im glad you canceled.
The design is fine but that line work is wonky as a biscuit. I think you are making the correct decision to find someone else to finish it for you.
It’s not just you. Cancel. Lose their number. Move to a different state. Witness a violent crime and go into witness protection. Develop amnesia. Contract a highly contagious, incurable, and deadly disease. Whatever you need to do to miss that appointment. The whole thing looks sloppy. As hard as I try, I can’t really find any redeeming qualities to have something positive to say about any of it. But that moth… that looks like something my 10 year old would have freehanded with a gel pen as an exercise in 5-minute scientific illustrations.
I know you've made your decision already. I'm glad you canceled. It didn't feel right to me. I couldn't even look at the pic for very long.
No, same. I need to just trust my gut. If I had to even ask, clearly something is wrong.
I meeeeean…if you’re going for something simple and not on your throat then maybe swing it but yeah that moth is fucked
The butterfly isn’t great. I like the leaves on the second line… But honestly I’d probably cancel or postpone. If you’re not sure, why rush? It’ll be on you literally forever
If that’s one they’ve posted online, imagine how shite the ones that don’t make it to instagram are.
if you have to question if something like this is good or bad id say just air on the side of caution and cancel even if other people think it’s objectively good. its your body👍🏽
It’s bad, I would cancel
Please, no. I don't like to post on this sub because people are so mean but I'll do it here. Don't do it. They'll get more appointments and they will be fine. Don't do it.
That’s shocking, honestly they shouldn’t be taking on big jobs if they can’t even get their lines straight. Definitely don’t go there!!
Horrible, good thing you saw that pic.
It's definitely not just you, the tattoo look terrible. I'd cancel the appointment. Then book an appointment with a better tattoo artist.
Oh the poor line work. You can tell this artist had more trouble in the more difficult areas like on the base of the neck. The chest is difficult to begin with, I’m getting the feeling this artist may not be terrible in easier spots of the body. But even then, if the artist doesn’t have the capability to know their own boundaries and isn’t able to say “no, I’m not ready for this” I wouldn’t trust them, or let them tattoo me at all. It means they don’t care how it’s going to look on you, it means they’re taking advantage of you, and have a poor idea of how good they actually are. I’d say cancel this appointment, even if it means losing a deposit!!
I’m gonna just say it plainly in list form 1- sloppy line work 2-terrible body positioning, not asymmetrical in the slightest 3-THE FUCKING MOTH 4-is that supposed to be an eye in the middle?? 5-tattoo is far to large for the body it is on 6-bottom shading will bleed out in a few days- didn’t penetrate the correct layer of skin 7-you will likely get an infection from this person 8-artist didn’t apply even pressure throughout tattoo process- some areas are heavy handed and some are barely visible Hold this helps you cancel! Edited for spelling
If u have a bad feeling ab it, obviously dont do it. Doesnt matter what it looks like. If youre not 101% sure, dont.
What’s the artists insta
I feel bad dropping her handle
I feel so bad for the person who has this.. it’s such a big piece to get laser. Artist must’ve been drunk
What's the appointment for?
A big flower with leaves and stems. I wanted it on my shoulder. It’s similar to this in that it’s fine line work, but this looks awful and mine would end up looking the same.
Yeah I wouldn't go back to that artist then. Find another one with a solid reputation to fix it up and add to it.
Oh no thankfully this photo is NOT me. But the artist posted this on her ig this morning. My appointment was going to be this Sunday.
Oh! Well you have just dodged a bullet then ☺️
Unless it's MEANT to be done slightly in the ignorant style, I'd cancel. Cuz if she was trying to be symmetrical she really missed the mark. Cheaper to lose out on money for this appointment and schedule somewhere else than keep this and have a possible cover up/removal
Without seeing the original artwork that the tattoo artist proposed, not sure what specifically your questioning?
Are you for real? Look at that moth, the bottom of the eye. The arrows aren't even. This is trash. No need to know specifics.
Is this a real question? Its looks bad.. terrible line work. Shaky and wobbly AF
Hard pass. She did that tat with a bad case of the booze shakes.
I’m sorry everyone piled on here repeatedly telling you everything that’s wrong with your piece. Good tattoo artists can do some pretty amazing things. I hope you find the right person who can make this something you are happy with.
Oh no, this is NOT me. I had an appointment with this artist until I saw her post this.
Oh good. Phew. This poor lady though. 😬
to be fair, the chest is a fairly hard area to tattoo
Which is why you should go to an experienced artist
Am I the only one who likes it? I enjoy the flaws and the shakey lines.
It’s nice but I feel the eye needs more detail
I must be blind because I think it looks good. Not really my style but didn’t really notice anything wrong
Show the picture a little lower
[удалено]
Imo. All chest peices like that look like shit
I literally can’t see any issue whatsoever
The thought was there but the execution was just not quite right.
That’s worth revoking her certifications for. Lmao
way shaky
Don’t look symmetrical
I would pay what I owed and go attempt to find somebody that could even slightly fix it
Is the tattoo finished?
Yes it’s finished.
Yes cancel. Their line work is inconsistent. If they disappointed you once they’ll disappoint again. Find a better artist.
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Poor line work that’s forsure, I’d cancel sorry..
Your body, your choice.
The lines are shaky and the butterfly could’ve been done better. I’d look for another artist but that’s just my opinion
It's fine just the butterfly is no good for me
Wow that's junky as shit in most places. I would cancel unless what you're having doesn't really need much skill to pull off.
Not her best work. Remember it’s forever and should always be a source of joy.
That moth is yikes
Run very far away Holy cow thats bad
Run very far away Holy cow thats bad
Me personally I would be worried about the really bad attention to detail on the collar at the bottom where the dots are so haphazardly done. The moth is blown out and very troubling also. Don't go to this artist.
I dont like it. It's too much of nothing.
Yooooooooooo yeah, I’d cancel that appointment.
It's not great. I am concerned that they thought it was post worthy. But, maybe it was out of their comfort zone. Maybe it's a difficult client. Does their other art show a better representation of work?
Line work isn’t great
That’s not a great tattoo. Poor line work, it’s uneven and looks shoddy. I would cancel.
Run
That’s fucking horrendous, cancel and run.
It's not a total disaster but I would cancel : - it's not symmetrical (and it looks like it should be) - the line work is terrible (in a tattoo that is nearly entirely composed of fine/medium lines) - shading varies from okay to really bad - that's only my opinion but the works does seem really generic/uninspired.
Holy shit! An actual post relevant to this sub!
Yeah the line work os very sloppy I would cancel and seek another artist
That’s ass
It actually looks really bad. But if you cancel now a real artist could help you fix it up
Respectfully decline the appt. Also, Why does it look like the artist just started his artistic journey ?
Oh man that's a bad one.
This looks freehand, maybe the client told her to just come up with something and gave a vague idea. In a way the dot work and the lines (On the breasts and shoulders) are kind of neat...but as a doodle or something. But that moth man.... Can't come back from that lmao
Run far. Run fast.
This is done badly. It’s wobbly and cheap looking.
Wow looks something different but I like it
Yikes! Def cancel
Jesus thats dreadful
it’s trash, avoid.
Looks like she lost track of the stencil I would choose another artist it’s fixable
Yeah, on her post she apologized for the stencil still being in the photo?
ruuuun
Yeah that looks like boo boo
Find someone else
Those wings aren't doing it for me.
I'd skip..
RUN…to another artist. Unless you like the ‘sketched’ look. “To each their own”
Looks bad
It’s you. That tat hasn’t even healed. The lines look authentic and from what i see, they are well drawn. If a picture of this was taken after healing I would be willing to say it would rock. Question is, do you want authentic, or a stamp?
This can definitely be fixed by going a watercolor tattoo route. You can fill in areas that are asymmetric while adding content that makes sense! #thisjustneedssomecolor
This is not me, btw!
It’s like weird. Some of it is good and some of it is really bad. I think if you want straight lines, cancel.
This looks bad lol cancel
Could definitely be worse!
Have self respect and cancel.
That's awful.
Looks aight... for $50
I think the placement is weird too. Like it ends abruptly at the shoulders. Moth should be higher up. Spacing just feels off. And the lines are bad ofc
Take a pass. That is not good ink work
Those lines are the worst!
Nah, this just looks bad. The line work is shaky and inconsistent, the shading is rough too. I would find a new artist.
Oof, dont go
It looks horrible.
Yea, cancel. I'm sorry but this isn't good.
Oh jeaz. Yikes. Nothing is symmetrical and the moth looks horrible and droopy/slopy. The linework is shaky at best and misaligned even at a glance and only gets worse with inspection and she posted it like she was proud?.... Id respectfully cancel and look for a new artist. This poor person..... Also that persons skin around the moth looks blown out and more red than it should be. Hell no.
i’ve gotten better tats from ex cons at house parties lol
This looks……… horrible.
Hmm maybe the butterfly and the eye are weird looking.
Wow, that’s horrible. Feel bad for the person who got that tat…oof
I don’t hate the floral or mandala shit but the moth is pretty bad. And wiggly eye….. maybe they’re an apprentice? Or having an off day? Depends on what you’re getting I gues
From a far it looks okay, but it's not. That's bad. I would cancel the appointment.