A tattoo is a big decision that should be thought about, not a spur of the moment thing. Even though in that moment it seems like a really cool idea to get that "friends forever" or whatever it is you choose, just remember, a tattoo is there forever, sometimes not your friends. I believe though that getting a well thought out tattoo and good reasoning behind it can benefit a person in many ways. The first and most obvious, is that you are able to show the amazing art form that only some people have mastered. Second, is that you're expressing your personality ever day through your ink. And finally tattoos can represent a significant time or event that happened in your life that you want to keep reminded of. If somebody wants a tattoo, I say think about it for awhile, but once your convinced, go for it!
I have many tattoos and every one of them have a different meaning to me. The very first tattoo I got was a design that a friend drew for me that represented my heritage and where my family came from. I remember the artist saying that tattoos are addictive, but of course I shrugged and said that I was only going to get a few. As soon as that one healed I was already thinking of my next one. Here I am a little over 5 years later and most of my upper body is covered with ink. All of my tattoos though have a meaning to me, whether it's that time in my life I don't want to forget or showing the things that mean the most to me, like family.
I have no regrets of any of my tattoos. Every one of them was thought out for a period of time and designed until I knew that that was the tattoo I wanted. I've had the same artist do all of my tattoos because I like the way he presents the art and the time he takes to do all the detail that goes into them. I can't wait to get another tattoo, the only reason I haven't lately is because I haven't designed the exact tattoo that I want.
So in conclusion my advice out there to anyone thinking of getting a tattoo, is to not let anyone else tell you yes or no, but rather think about, and if you want it the next step is preparing yourself for the pain, but trust me it's worth it.
Below are links to 2 major tattoo companies that have had tv shows about them and if you click on them they advertise their shop and products immediately.
http://hartandhuntington.com
http://woostersocial.com
Below is an image of some of Angelina Jolie's tattoos. Even celebrities get ink done.
