First things first: NAOHOA does not tattoo above the neck (except for the nape of the neck). This is a personal choice and clients will need to find another artist who is willing to work on that area. The only exception I’ll make is for tattoos that represent the client’s ethnic tribe and are a Continue reading
Category: Tattoo Advice
Colour Tattoos on Different Skin Tones
In the tattoo world, our skin is our canvas, Naturally, we all have different tones of said canvas, which can affect how colour tattoos appear after healing. It also influences what colours compliment us and which ones will be less flattering, but that’s a post for another time. . Here’s a mandala I designed for Continue reading
Tattooing Over Scars
This is a topic I didn’t realise needed discussion until a friend pointed it out to me. I noticed that people who approached me for scar tattoos were hesitant and very accommodating if I wouldn’t allow it, but didn’t know why until she enlightened me to this sad fact: Some tattoo artists decline inking over Continue reading
Tattoo Coverups
There are many reasons to want an old tattoo obscured forever. Whether you’ve fallen out of love, changed taste over the years or hold a different view to your past self, there is hope! Many people have approached NAOHOA to give their old tattoo a new lease of life or change of meaning, so it’s Continue reading
What to Expect When Using Saniderm
Saniderm is the brand name of a medical covering that is used as a ‘second skin’ to heal wounds. Other brands include Tegaderm, Dermalize and 3635. At NAOHOA, only Saniderm is stocked and offered as an optional extra. . ✔ Pro’s Low-maintenance – gives peace of mind when going about your day. Doesn’t stick to Continue reading
What is Tattoo Blowout?
You may have heard this term or even experienced it, but what exactly is ‘blowout’? Read on to find out! First, let’s look into what happens when the skin is tattooed. Here, you can see the layers that make up your skin and what lies beneath. Typically, the ink is deposited in the dermis, where Continue reading
Why Winter is the Best Time to Get a Large Tattoo
Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the ink is so delightful~ Okay, I’m no songwriter, but that’s not what this is about anyway. Ever wonder when the best time to get a tattoo is? Well, it depends on what you want and where you want it. Why Winter? Generally-speaking, Winter is best for large Continue reading
What To Do Before Getting Your Tattoo
Have you always wanted a tattoo but haven’t a clue how to go about it? Or maybe you’ve been there, done that, but want to know faster ways to get your idea across. Here are some simple tips to prepare for your future ink, along with info on how things work here at NAOHOA. Do Continue reading
Getting Your Tattoo
At last, the time has come! Whether you’re in for your first taste of ink, or a seasoned pro, here are some tips to make your session more enjoyable: Prepare For Your Tattoo Appointment Eat a Meal Your sugar level will drop whilst being inked, so be sure to eat some food beforehand to maintain Continue reading
Payment Plan
Longing for a tattoo but can’t afford to pay for it in one go? NAOHOA is proud to be one of very few tattoo studios in the UK to offer Payment Plans, allowing you to pay in affordable monthly instalments. How Does it Work? We’ll have a Consultation as usual, so I can fully understand your Continue reading