Design and preparation
How your tattoo design comes together and what to do before your session to help it go smoothly.
OlyaGuide author · Tattoo artist · 7+ years of experience
Between booking and your session, there are two things to sort out: the design and your preparation. Here’s how to approach both calmly so you know what to expect when you arrive at the studio.
The article on tattoo designs explains the process, how many revisions are normal and how to know when the design is ready. The preparation article covers the day before your session and the day itself: sleep, food, clothing, alcohol, medication and what to bring.
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5.1Your tattoo designHow your tattoo design takes shape, what to send your artist, how many rounds of changes are normal and why images from the internet are redrawn.
5.2Preparing for your sessionSleep, food, clothes and what to bring: how to get ready for a smooth session and prepare your skin for tattooing.