There are a number of ways to find good artists. The most effective as always is research for that you have to peruse tattoo magazines. While not all tattoo magazines are of the National Geographic quality, the photos will speak for themselves. Some issues highlight specific artists’ works, a good way see the type of work someone does. Use the photos in the magazines to compare with those of the artist you are interested in. These magazines have done a lot to show what is possible.
Some things to look for in magazines:
- Style (realistic, black & gray work, tribal, etc.)
- Placement on your body
- Ideas for images
- Size in proportion to your body
- Artists whose work you like.
- Attending a tattoo convention.
You can approach this one of two ways. You can either go to a shop because someone recommended the artist to you, or you can go in cold. For obvious reasons, you will have a little more information with you if you already know something about the artist. This may make you feel more at ease when going into a shop for the first time.
Body art enthusiasts say the most important aspects of a good result are to:
- Choose an experienced, knowledgeable performer who knows about sterilization and avoidance of infection.
- Avoid infection during the healing process.
With both of those bases covered, healing of either should be non-eventful and the desired appearance should be guaranteed.