How to Plan for Your First Tattoo as a College Student
Take Your Time
Make sure you are ready to commit to a tattoo before scheduling an appointment with your tattoo artist.
As a college student, you want to make sure that a tattoo is something you really want since inking your skin is a life long commitment. Once you are sure, spend time picking out your tattoo design.
Choose a Tattoo Design
Pinterest is a great place to find tattoo design ideas, in addition to our online portfolio and our Facebook photo gallery.
Also, make sure you choose something that you are truly passionate about and that is timeless. You don’t want to be stuck with a tattoo you won’t be satisfied with in the future.
Placement of Your Tattoo
The next item you will need to figure out is the placement of your tattoo on your body. This is especially true for college students, as tattoos can sometimes affect future employment opportunities.
Another factor to consider with placement is the amount of pain you will endure depending on where you want it. Some places on your body are more tolerable to pain than others.
Choose a Trustworthy Tattoo Shop
When it comes to how to plan your first tattoo as a college student, it’s necessary to choose a trustworthy tattoo shop. Therefore, make sure to research the tattoo artist you choose.
Tattoo Consortium prides ourselves in being a full-service, family-oriented business. We are the oldest tattoo shop in Bryan/College Station, founded in 1992. All of our artists are professionally trained and our shop is licensed by the State of Texas Health Department.
Bring a Friend or Family Member
Bring a friend or family member to come with you to share your experience and to help come your nerves.
Often times, it is more beneficial to have someone already has a tattoo because they have been through the experience and can walk you through the whole process.
Don’t Get a Tattoo Under the Influence
It is not a good idea to drink alcohol before getting a tattoo. Doing so could be a huge mistake that you are not even aware of.
In addition, many professional tattoo artists will not proceed with the tattoo since alcohol thins your blood and could create an issue in the process.
Schedule an Appointment
Make sure to schedule an appointment with Tattoo Consortium for your first tattoo.
If you are considering a big piece, it is ideal to discuss with your tattoo artist ahead of time. This way you can plan with them before they ink your skin.
These are just a few things to consider when it comes to how to plan for your first tattoo as a college student. Contact us at Tattoo Consortium with the link below to schedule your next appointment with us!
