Last year, I crunched the numbers and discovered a whopping 40% of NAOHOA clients came here to get their first tattoo! With so many of you about, I thought it would be a good idea to collate helpful information on what to prepare and expect when getting tattoo’ed…also, you voted for this topic more than Continue reading
Tag: Tattoo Advice
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
Keeping A Calm Mind
NAOHOA isn’t just about getting a tattoo, it’s about having a positive, empowering experience whilst marking your body with art that will stay with you for life. It’s natural to feel nervous or even anxious before going under the needle, which is why I’ve compiled some helpful tips you can apply NOW in order to Continue reading
Will It Hurt?
Most common question? You guessed it: “Do tattoos hurt?” In a nutshell: The level of pain you experience will depend on where and what you’re getting, along with your personal pain threshold. Here’s a simple breakdown based on my experience as a tattoo artist: Places That Don’t Hurt (…as much): Outer arm Outer thigh Calves Continue reading
Summer Tips
Wowzers it’s been hot lately! Have you been taking care of your tattoo when soaking up the rays? Here are some helpful tips to get you by this season. 😎 ☀ Plan Ahead… • Get your tattoo at least 2 weeks BEFORE you set off anywhere sunny so it has time to heal. 1-2 months beforehand Continue reading