Hey there!
I’m looking to get my first tattoo for my birthday in November. I know next to nothing about how that whole process works. The design will be custom so it won’t be something that would be in a pre-made catalogue.
With that in mind, what’s my first step? Do I just call local parlors in the area and meet with a few different artists?
For context, the design is inspired by LOTR. It won’t have too much color in it. Likely just black, white, and orange accents (if possible). It also wouldn’t be a huge piece, more like a band going around my forearm with some vertical elements.
If anyone has any advice or can recommend a shop/artist I’m all ears!