First timer's tattoo checklist

Before you get your tattoo, make sure that the following items have been completed. Feel free to copy this list and use as a guide.

ARTWORK:

[_] Has the artwork been selected? (Read Choosing The Right Tattoo)

[_] Have you decided on the style of your tattoo? (Read Choosing The Right Tattoo)

[_] Is it in a style your artist is capable of doing? (Read Finding An Artist Or Shop)

[_] Have you decided where to place your tattoo? (Read Where To Put The Tattoo)

[_] If artwork is supplied by you, is it clean and approved by the tattoo artist? (Read Finding An Artist Or Shop)

[_] Do you have art samples (magazines clippings, pictures) to show the artist? (Read Finding An Artist Or Shop)

[_] If the artwork is to be done by the tattoo artist, is (s)he aware of it and prepared for it? (Read Finding An Artist Or Shop)

[_] If the artwork is to be done by the tattoo artist, have you approved the final draft? (Read Finding An Artist Or Shop)

[_] Have you selected an artist or shop? (Read Finding An Artist Or Shop)

[_] Are they known to be reputable? (Read Finding An Artist Or Shop)

[_] Have you browsed through the artist's portfolio? (Read Finding An Artist Or Shop)

[_] Have you settled on a price for the tattoo? (Read How A Tattoo Is Priced)

[_] Have you discussed and been shown their sterilization procedures and equipment? (Read Sterility And Your Health)

[_] Do you feel comfortable around the shop or artist? (Read Finding An Artist Or Shop)

[_] Are you wearing comfortable clothing that's not constricting around the tattoo area? (Read Tips For A Better Tattoo Experience)

[_] Are you rested, taken a shower and eaten a good meal? (Read Tips For A Better Tattoo Experience)

[_] Make sure you do not use alcohol or aspirin based medication. (Read Alcohol And Getting Tattooed)

[_] Do you have your money to pay the artist? (Read Tips For A Better Tattoo Experience)