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- How You Can Take Advantage of Tattoo Design Contests? - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2012 from Kristen DunnTattoo design contests are very popular among the younger generation. A custom tattoo design contest is an opportunity for a tattoo enthusiast to find a unique tattoo design. They can host a contest and post a prize for the winning design. This kind of contest is open to all artists who are up ...
Views: 752(1 vote) - 10 Top Tattoo Tips for Winning Tattoo Design Contests - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2012 from Kristen DunnThe dictates of fashion and trends are the key drivers for the considerable increase in the number of marketplaces for tattoo designs. These marketplaces help to host tattoo design contests, and are hosted by the customer who wants an exclusive or unique design for his tattoo. The client ...
Views: 565 - 3 Benefits of Henna Custom Tattoo Designs - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Kristen DunnThe latest buzz in the tattoo industry is custom tattoo designs. With every passing day, more and more people are going in for tattoos. While some of these people have them done purely out of curiosity, others are into it as a serious hobby. The satisfaction people derive from having a tattoo ...
Views: 3532 - 3 of the Fastest Ways to Get Your Custom Tattoo Design - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Kristen DunnDo you desperately want to show off a beautifully crafted tattoo on prom night? Are you eager to impress your girlfriend with a fantastic eye-catching tattoo? For a quickly acquired tattoo, you could try any of these three methods: 1. You have the choice of going to a regular tattoo studio ...
Views: 482 - 3 Things You Should Never Ignore While Getting a Custom Design Tattoo - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Kristen DunnThe art of tattooing has been used since the dawn of time. In earlier days, tattoos served as a symbol of a tribal clan, a sign of bravery, spirituality, a symbol of lineage and in other cultures, as an adornment to make you more attractive. There was a time when this form of artwork declined in ...
Views: 658 - 3 Top Tips for Acing Tattoo Design Contests - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Kristen DunnSince time immemorial, artists have used the human body as a canvas for creative expression. This creative platform presents many opportunities, so it’s natural for the number of tattoo artists to be increasing every year. As they increase, these artists must infuse their art with fresh ideas. ...
Views: 693 - 3 Ways to Avoid the Horror of a Messy Custom Design Tattoo - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from Kristen DunnIn earlier times, tattoos were sported by sailors, gangsters, outlaws and rough people, but today, tattoos are considered high fashion by the cream of society. Tattoo designs vary to suit the personality of the wearer, and portray a slice of their lives. If you want to get an exclusive tattoo ...
Views: 573 - 3 Ways to Lose Money on Your Next Custom Tattoo Design - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Kristen DunnTattooing is a form of artistic and emotional expression, and, because it is permanent, should be thought about very carefully. Before anyone decides to have a tattoo, they should spend a lot of time researching the subject in great detail. Even then, it is possible to make an expensive mistake. ...
Views: 514 - 3 Ways to Lose Money on Your Next Tattoo Designer - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Kristen DunnIf the world is full of opportunists, you’re sure to find an equal number on the internet. In fact, you might be pleasantly surprised to find that the internet has double the number of opportunists than those we meet in our daily lives. If you are fanatical about tattoos, you will experience ...
Views: 560 - 4 Easy Ways to Get Custom Tattoo Designs for Less Money - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Kristen DunnIf you’re prudent with money, then obviously you have a very sensible attitude towards your finances. Those who are financially aware always look for ways to save whenever they spend any money. Considering the current global economic situation and the way prices keep on rising, it’s not ...
Views: 804 - 4 Facts Your Tattoo Designer May Be Hiding from You - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Kristen DunnHave you ever wondered that perhaps your studio tattoo designer hasn’t given you the complete lowdown about having a tattoo done? The tattooing world is leaping forward with the help of technology, and it could well be that the tattoo designer of your choice is lagging behind. You should be ...
Views: 555 - 4 Ways Expert Tattoo Designers Do Tattoo Designing - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Kristen DunnTattoo designs are in great demand these days; perhaps people are taking to them more because of the prevailing lifestyle and fashion trends. Tattoos are often worn to improve one’s image and physical appearance. This means that tattoo artists and designers have excellent opportunities to show ...
Views: 592 - 5 Simple Steps to Grow As a Tattoo Designer - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Kristen DunnMore and more people are being attracted to tattoos as an art form. Now, there are perhaps thousands of people wanting to become professional tattoo artists. However, sadly, not everyone can achieve their dreams. Most people usually launch their tattooing careers by using a basic tattoo kit ...
Views: 767 - 5 Super Hot Trends in Custom Tattoo Designs - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Kristen DunnOne off-putting thing about the tattoo industry is its leaning towards trends set by celebrities. There’s probably nothing wrong in copying their custom tattoo designs, but it’s foolish for people to think that because a certain celeb has a tattoo done on her thigh, it’s high fashion for every ...
Views: 894 - 5 Things You Must Confirm to Before Getting Yourself Tattooed - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Kristen DunnAll your emotions—laughter, sorrow, cheerfulness and worry—are expressed on your face. As you age, these emotions are etched in lines on your skin and are known as age marks or wrinkles. They are a record of the life you’ve led and, according to skin specialists, the more wrinkled your skin is, ...
Views: 562 - 5 Things You Must Not Do If You Want to Win Tattoo Design Contests - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Kristen DunnOften, if you want something really badly, you do all it takes to achieve it, much like taking part in a contest. If you want to win a custom tattoo design contest, follow these tips: 1. Your desire to win: The most important and basic part of going all out to win a tattoo design contest is ...
Views: 521 - 5 Warnings from Tattoo Experts - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Kristen DunnLaughter, sorrow, cheerfulness and tension show on your face, and this is normal for everyone. Over time, your skin can become lined or wrinkled. These lines are an indication of the life you’ve led. The more wrinkles on your face, the more emotions you’ve experienced. Tattoos are widely ...
Views: 611 - 7 Things Not To Do If You Want To Win Tattoo Design Contests - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2012 from Kristen DunnThe trend these days for those who want to be inked is to use the services of a custom design contest rather than have a design made for them on an impulse. By doing so, your custom tattoo designs can be seen by third person angles and interpretations which serve to give it an extra ...
Views: 605 - Are These Custom Tattoo Design Myths Costing You Money? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Kristen DunnIf you want to get a tattoo done, then surely you’ve been considering custom tattoo designs. Are they really expensive? This thought must be dogging you as you decide not to assume the responsibility of being a tattoo artist, even though you’re considered a good artist. Similarly, you want to ...
Views: 733 - Are You Being Lied to About Prices of Tattoo Design Contests? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Kristen DunnThere’s a wide price range of online tattoo design contests, with some being affordable and others more expensive. This variety in prices can be confusing—after all, how do you decide the best price? If pricing is an issue for you, here are some valuable parameters to help you along: Personal ...
Views: 675 - Are You Missing These Four Hot Trends in Custom Tattoo Designs? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Kristen DunnInitially, tattoos were seen as an art form, but with the passage of time, they have become part of our modern lifestyle. People, in general, are attracted to this art form and derive a great sense of satisfaction each time they either wear or make a tattoo design. A tattoo could be ...
Views: 717 - Black and White vs. Colored Custom Design Tattoos - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Kristen DunnThe most challenging part of the process of selecting your own custom tattoo design is to choose an appropriate color theme. Simple but effective black and white tattoos can look as stunning as colored ones, but if you still can’t decide which one works best for you, read on for some useful ...
Views: 6149 - Choosing Between Traditional Tattoo Sites or Tattoo Design Contest Sites - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Kristen DunnIf you run a Google search on the net for a tattoo, you’ll get pages of sites with varying information. To make the right choice, you must know the intrinsic differences between traditional tattoo sites and design contest sites. Your ultimate choice will largely depend on your objective for ...
Views: 730 - Differences Between Custom Tattoo Designs and Traditional Designs - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Kristen DunnFor centuries, tattoos have been part of our culture. The designs used in the past are now considered traditional, and are extremely popular. However, there are people who prefer to have custom design tattoos that show a glimpse of their personalities. So, what are the differences between ...
Views: 1060 - Do You Know the Pros and Cons of Studio Tattoo Designers vs. Online Tattoo Designers? - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Kristen DunnThere’s just one thing in common studio tattoo designers have with online tattoo designers—they’re both artists. So, if you’re wondering which one is best for you, you must study the pros and cons of each. But first, let’s examine studio designers. Studio designers—pros: The first advantage ...
Views: 676 - Do You Know the Pros and Cons of Tattoo Design Contests? - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Kristen DunnFor centuries, tattoos have been regarded as body art which serves as a form of self-expression. Tattoo designs abound on every subject imaginable, so to hold a design contest can bring in innumerable ideas. Wouldn’t that be great? However, if you’re thinking of hosting one yourself, you must be ...
Views: 580 - Easy Ways to Get Tattoo Designers for Less Money - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Kristen DunnSeveral studios in the United States provide tattoos at affordable prices. In such studios, therefore, you should take care when looking for a good custom tattoo design. People looking for tattoo designers often want a cheap deal, but a cheap deal just for the sake of it isn’t the best route to ...
Views: 540 - Five Trends in Custom Tattoo Designs - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from Kristen DunnTattoos are a visual representation of one’s personality. People opt for a variety of traditional tattoos, though there are a few that form the hot styles in custom tattoo designs that will lend credence to your efforts: Japanese designs: Japanese designs are a hot new trend in custom tattoo ...
Views: 665 - Freelancing from Home – Think about Tattoo Design Contests - by Submitted on May 13, 2012 from Kristen DunnA good way for tattoo designers to sell their designs is to work freelance from home. Consider entering tattoo design contests and send announcements to fellow designers to get them to take part. After this, send announcements to tattoo artists to look for clients to take part in the contest and ...
Views: 769 - Have You Ever Wondered What A Custom Design Tattoo Is? - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from Kristen DunnIn days gone by, tattoos were used to decorate the human body, and to depict a symbol of status in tribal clans. Today, however, tattoos are still a form of body art, but now serve as a personal expression of a new genre. Unlike before, designs can be chosen at random because they look good; ...
Views: 641 - How Can You Improve Your Looks With Custom Tattoo Designs? - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Kristen DunnToday, a tattoo is one of the most complex works of art. The artwork itself holds a different meaning for each person. However, tattoos are not just body art or a means of expression; they have become a part of the ever changing evolution of today’s younger generation. It epitomizes a sense of ...
Views: 966 - How Does The Tattoo Marketplace at a Tattoo Design Contest Work? - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Kristen DunnWearing a tattoo has become the latest ‘in-thing’. With the industry becoming popular among today’s younger generation and the business of tattooing being widespread in every corner of the world, finding a first-rate tattoo artist is a struggle. However, with the emergence of online tattoo ...
Views: 920 - How Much Does A Tattoo Design Contest Cost? - by Submitted on May 18, 2012 from Kristen DunnNow that you are aware of the existence of tattoo design contests, the next thing you may want to know is how much it costs. Although the cost of a design varies, websites that provide the marketplace for these contests set a minimum prize amount, generally starting at $35. The key thing to ...
Views: 806 - How Not To Choose a Custom Design Tattoo - by Submitted on May 20, 2012 from Kristen DunnWe get it that you love tattoos; you are the type that is expert on tattoo designs and information about this art. However, sometimes being an expert does not free you from making mistakes in choosing custom design tattoos. You know by now that permanent tattoos will last as long as you do, so ...
Views: 713 - How Not To Make Any Mistakes with Your Next Custom Tattoo Design - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Kristen DunnIf you are a person who loves tattoos or are just a beginner in the tattoo world, you will certainly want the best custom design tattoo. Although there are a wide selection of custom tattoo designs, choosing the one for you can be confusing. Here are some tips and ideas that you might find ...
Views: 725 - How Tattoo Designers Can Gain Worldwide Popularity - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from Kristen DunnTattoos have become a worldwide means of the younger generation expressing a statement. The increasing demand for tattoos has reached a pinnacle in the industry and in its acceptability to society; thus, the increase in tattoo parlors and artists. Despite global competition, a tattoo artist can ...
Views: 777 - How to Avoid Custom Tattoo Design Mistakes - by Submitted on May 23, 2012 from Kristen DunnGetting a tattoo is not only a commitment, but also a responsibility to yourself. If you are planning on getting one, do not just settle on traditional designs; consider being inked with your very own custom tattoo design. A tattoo is regarded as a personal thing, as it will be part of your ...
Views: 1048 - How to Avoid Overpriced Tattoo Designers - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2012 from Kristen DunnFor centuries, people have been improving the way they look. Jewelry, clothing and other accessories have always been used for this. In earlier times though, tattoos served as a symbol of belonging to a tribal clan, as well as showing your bravery, rank in society and your devotion to a ...
Views: 2838 - How to Avoid These Three Mistakes If You are a Tattoo Designer - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Kristen DunnTattoo art has definitely found its way to our social culture, traditions and way of life. There is definitely a thrill to look at an art form which makes use of the body as a canvas. The success of having a good tattoo is not only on the design itself but with the artist or designer who have ...
Views: 716 - How to Create Great Custom Tattoo Designs - by Submitted on May 28, 2012 from Kristen DunnWith body tattooing getting to be the vogue among the younger generation, the body itself has become a canvas which tattoo enthusiasts use as a medium to make a statement to the world. Tattoo art may have to keep up with the times, with various styles and designs that have more meaning and ...
Views: 711 - How to Design Your Own Tattoo - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Kristen DunnTattoos are not only an intricate form of art; they are also a manifestation of self expression. Like a picture, a tattoo speaks volumes. That is why it is important that you choose one that has a significant meaning for you. Although there are many tattoo designs available, these images may be ...
Views: 1081 - How to Get a Custom Tattoo Design for Yourself - by Submitted on May 30, 2012 from Kristen DunnThe popularity of tattoos with the younger generation is unprecedented. People have different reasons for wearing them. Since it reflects a person’s individualism and personality, tattoo designs range from the simplest image to a more complex and detailed artwork. Custom tattoo design is ...
Views: 1214 - How to Get the Best Tattoo Designer for Your Next Tattoo - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Kristen DunnTattoos can speak a thousand words, and they are a popular form of making a statement among the younger generation. Do most tattoo enthusiasts get more than one tattoo on their body? Sometimes! Are tattoos an addiction? No, it is just a way of expressing more than one opinion. So, if you already ...
Views: 724 - How to Get the Best Tattoo Designers for Your Next Tattoo - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Kristen DunnIt seems like yesterday that you had your first tattoo, and you had a hard time finding the best artist to ink your skin. Well, that was before, when tattoo artists could only be found in tattoo studios or parlors. Today, online tattoo designing is offered on internet websites. Here, you can ...
Views: 698 - How to Get the Perfect Custom Tattoo Design - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2012 from Kristen DunnGetting inked is a personal endeavor, and tattoos last a lifetime. So, you should find a tattoo image that is fitting and expresses your individualism. Finding the perfect custom tattoo design is not as hard as you think. Unlike before, when getting the perfect image and the best artist consumed ...
Views: 867 - How to Host Your Own Custom Tattoo Design Contest - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from Kristen DunnIf you want to find the right custom tattoo design for you, the best way to do it is by hosting your own tattoo design contest. In planning your own contest you need to have a definite theme for your tattoo. In this way, you can provide specific details about the kind of tattoo image you want. ...
Views: 1163 - How to Improve Your Custom Tattoo Designs - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Kristen DunnFinding a tattoo design is easy. There are a wide selection of tattoo designs in magazines, books, tattoo designers’ portfolios, and of course, online tattoo galleries and marketplaces. However, finding the best design to suit you is quite tricky, which is why custom design tattoos are now a ...
Views: 2833 - How to Make a Custom Tattoo Design Stencil - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Kristen DunnUnlike before, when not many people had tattoos, today, tattoos serve as a fashion statement for the younger generation. Tattoos have become part of a lifestyle, in which some people like to show what they call their eccentricity to the world, which is why custom tattoo design has become the ...
Views: 2363 - How to Make a Unique Tattoo Stencil to Win a Contest - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2012 from Kristen DunnToday creating custom tattoo design contests are common. If you are someone who would like to participate in a contest, you have to create your design with a stencil. The success in making a tattoo stencil lies in the groundwork and detail of the stencil. Why a stencil? Using a stencil lets you ...
Views: 684 - How to Make Money Designing Custom Tattoos - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Kristen DunnIf you are the creative type, you could make money designing custom tattoos. How? You could build your own website and showcase your talent, so that you can attract customers who want you to do their designs. The other way is to join sites that stage custom tattoo design contests, or sign up to ...
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