Many good advices so far. Make sure you have a look around at the studio, let them show you their certificate. Ask lots of questions, what kind of ink they use and make sure everything is sterile. Have a look at their work.
My girlfriend went to an artist who didn't use templates, he did it free hand. She got a pixie and one of the arms looks bigger than the other, so I would always go with a template. You can see how it will look like, if it's spelled right and how it looks on the spot you want it.
I usually make up a sketch and they modify it, I go back to have a look at it and then make my appointment.
A good artist will tell you if letters or designs are too small, they are proud of their work and don't want it to come out as a blur or blot.
And they should NOT do it when you are drunk!!!! |