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ucubed

03-19-2009, 08:55 PM

So I have this design for a tattoo. It's going across my back, probably right above my shoulder blades and it will be fairly big. I want some comments/feedback/critiques for you artists or for anyone else that has an opinion. http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn119/ucubed/n2055381_55218505_3894133.jpg

That is the basic design where the C X T will be bigger than the rest of the letters. The only color that I have planned is white in the Yin Yang and I'm open to suggestions. I plan on getting this done within the next month, before May and the sooner I get a finalized idea from everyone I'll take it to the artist.

Also I want to add the aum symbol, however I have no where to put it. I am thinking of taking out the gender symbol and putting it as an O, however I haven't the slightest idea how to make it so that it's simple. I was thinking it would be enclosed in a lotus flower (something similar to http://media.independent.com/img/photos/2007/06/30/Aum_05.jpg), however that will probably be a little bit too much for the whole design. Anyways, comment away!

P.S. It seems like some people can't make it out. It says coexist

piperman

03-19-2009, 09:14 PM

Thats nice, I like it. coexist with religous symbols, for the most part, cool.

TheJ

03-19-2009, 10:06 PM

I like it.

It's like this t-shirt
http://media.vintagecotton.com/shirt/209/coexist01M.jpg

I've also seen it on bumper stickers.

lightning9191

03-19-2009, 10:23 PM

That's pretty cool.....but I'd make each symbol a different color. I think the contrasting colors would make it pop a little more:2

leasingthisspace

03-19-2009, 10:39 PM

I think it looks cool.
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s15driftking

03-20-2009, 07:22 AM

deff. a cool meaning and idea/message... but just think for a minute about how publicized and whored-out that design is. remember, tattoos last logner than most marriages.

Don Fernando

03-20-2009, 07:36 AM

Also I want to add the aum symbol, however I have no where to put it. I am thinking of taking out the gender symbol and putting it as an O, however I haven't the slightest idea how to make it so that it's simple.

I wouldn't do that, I like the idea of a gender sign in the 'coexist' theme, as men & women have to live next too eachother too.

loki

03-20-2009, 07:54 AM

just make sure this is something you will want on your body forever. not something that 10 years later you're going to go "oh **** why'd i do this"

mmblz

03-20-2009, 08:14 AM

how about this instead:

;)

IBQTEE1

03-20-2009, 08:15 AM

Do you have any other tats on your body? I think keeping them in gray and black tones would look great. :tu

TripleF

03-20-2009, 08:21 AM

Gotta agree with mmblz!!! :tu

rizzle

03-20-2009, 08:36 AM

My advice Kevin...don't do it.

Nabinger16

03-20-2009, 08:36 AM

Gotta agree with mmblz!!! :tu

A little smiley is a bit drastic change from the original idea. :D

leasingthisspace

03-20-2009, 08:38 AM

how about this instead:

;)

I am a dork, I looked at this like 6 times think the image didn't load.:rolleyes:

mmblz

03-20-2009, 09:22 AM

A little smiley is a bit drastic change from the original idea. :D

the smiley wasn't part of my "design"
:D

i've made my joke, now I'll butt out of your thread - carry on!
:tu

Scottw

03-20-2009, 09:34 AM

My advice Kevin...don't do it.

:tpd: I wouldn't. It's cool today but are you going to be happy with it down the road.

JKim

03-20-2009, 09:54 AM

Caution with using white... White washes out the first on me and looks blotchy. It's different with different people however.

marge796

03-20-2009, 10:00 AM

My advice Kevin...don't do it.

I agree buy some sticks or a new humidor. I would guess this won't be a cheap endeavor? But I do like the design.

Chris

:2

ucubed

03-20-2009, 11:07 AM

Its a that I liked when I saw the bumper sticker back in high school. I wanted the symbols before the shirt came out and its different anyways.

To those who say don't get one, its been something I've been wanting for a long time and I still want and I know all consequences of one. The message isn't going to change...ever, so why not having something that lasts.

This is going to be my first tattoo, and I have 100 dollars off certificate. As for the color, I think black and white will make it nicer then color. White should be ok on my skin, I've done some reasearch, but I'm going to talk to the artist anyways.

As for the gender symbol or aum. See I wanted soming more along the lines of an lgbt symbol, however I figured aum would be a bit better, I dunno.

Thanks everyone....MORE

rizzle

03-20-2009, 11:41 AM

i've made my suggestion, now I'll butt out of your thread - carry on!
:tu

Fixed. And :tpd:

s15driftking

03-20-2009, 12:09 PM

check these!

http://www.mytattoosucks.com/

sorry for the T-jack

pnoon

03-20-2009, 12:10 PM

check these!

http://www.mytattoosucks.com/

And this helps the OP how?

JKim

03-20-2009, 12:14 PM

My most recent from 2002 and my favorite...

There is a little bit of white shading in the left two eggs... You can see what I mean by fading or washing out over time.

ucubed

03-20-2009, 12:22 PM

My most recent from 2002 and my favorite...

There is a little bit of white shading in the left two eggs... You can see what I mean by fading or washing out over time.

I see what you mean. However, as long as it stays relatively uniform I'm ok. It's a free fill in for the first year anyways, so if it fades after the first go I can get it reshaded. I think some white will be better than skin color since it is a Yin Yang, it's suppose to be black and white =P

I have enough sticks, no need for a new humidor since I still have space in my cooler....no don't send any sticks.

JKim

03-20-2009, 12:29 PM

One other bit... when it's healing stick to lotion, lubriderm or vaseline intesive care over the tattooed area. Neosporin and vaseline can strip out colors including white.

ucubed

03-20-2009, 12:33 PM

One other bit... when it's healing stick to lotion, lubriderm or vaseline intesive care over the tattooed area. Neosporin and vaseline can strip out colors including white.

Yup, that's what I hear and those are the directions listed on the tattoo shop's website and that's what I've researched. I already have every I needed. I figured I'd get this done too before I hit the beaches and what not since I can't be in the sun or have it soaked for 7-12 days supposedly =P

LooseCard

03-20-2009, 12:47 PM

Take a Test Drive (http://www.tattoojohnny.com/perfect-tattoo.asp)

Ever sisce I discovered this, I have contemplated my variations.

Yes, I'm still tat' free.... someday.

I know that I plan to 'test drive' whatever I chose, before I get it perm'd.

houdini

03-20-2009, 01:03 PM

deff. a cool meaning and idea/message... but just think for a minute about how publicized and whored-out that design is. remember, tattoos last logner than most marriages.

:tpd:

BC-Axeman

03-20-2009, 01:17 PM

Don Fernando

03-20-2009, 01:33 PM

To those who say don't get one, its been something I've been wanting for a long time and I still want and I know all consequences of one. The message isn't going to change...ever, so why not having something that lasts.

If you really want it, then go for it. I waited 5 years before I got my tattoo, I have it for 15 years now, never had a single regret.

ucubed

03-20-2009, 01:42 PM

My daughters got tats so they could be different, like everybody else. Now one has a tramp stamp and the other has a constant reminder of her ex blazoned across her shoulders.
I think if you like the "COEXIST" design you should see if you can incorporate it into a background design artistically, instead of just a sign looking thing.

I'd rather have it as a word, since A LOT of people, sadly, scratch their head and wonder what it says. I think the message would be pointless or, less powerful if it were incorporated into something much larger, unless the larger piece had similarities, say Buddha on a crucifix, or that type of thing. Like I said, the message is clear, concise, and it isn't going to change. It's not like an ex girlfriend or a tramp stamp, or some random Chinese phrases you know?

And I will get it Ferdinand, it'll be a waste of $100 dollars since it's expiring in May. This time it actually forces me to go out and get it done. I appreciate all those comments about don't get it, or stuff like that, however it's already set that I'm going to get one. What I'm looking for like the title entails is some feedback of the actual design, and not "I wouldn't get it", or get something else sort of thing. Sorry if I'm coming off prude or anything of the sort, but I think we are going off topic of the actual thread. Thanks :tu

WildBlueSooner

03-20-2009, 03:05 PM

jledou

03-20-2009, 04:20 PM

It's not like an ex girlfriend or a tramp stamp, or some random Chinese phrases you know?

I do like the message and although I don't do tats all the power to you if you want to. Always wanted to take my friend around that speaks Chinese to have him jokingly tell people with the randon chinese phrases that what it realls says is ... "I like birds" etc. thought it would be a great joke. That being said at least the message is clear and means something to you.

Good luck and remeber the only thing constant is change.

GoodFella

03-20-2009, 04:26 PM

i vote no kev. 3 of my friends have got large tats on there back as there first. they all dont like them and wish they could do somthing about it, but its so big it hard. it seems a little to commercial for me. not somthing thats means a lot to u.

ucubed

03-20-2009, 04:41 PM

jledou, though I can't read chinese, I do make fun of people with Chinese symbols tattooed on them, and I do tell them the "true" meaning of it, which is quite funny to see them get pissed off, you can't argue Chinese characters with a man who speaks Chinese right.

Rob: Unless I become racist or if I'm strictly set on a particular religion, which are highly unlikely outcomes, then I have no real reason to regret it later on. Times change, Religions might grow bigger or smaller, some might appear or disappear, but it will still say something of either the time I live, or the history that has passed. The tattoo is probably only 1 of a few more that I have planned, but all very similar in meaning/ similar in messages being sent. Though it may be commercial and a little to cheesy/corny for some, but it's no less than getting a crucifix, a koi fish, a dragon, flowers, tribals and etc. which are all seen on thousands upon thousands of people (no way am I "dissing" anyone of the sort, just examples of common tattoos).

BC-Axeman

03-20-2009, 04:42 PM

I like the message. I just like art. I think a set of block symbols would look like a sign or a T-shirt. You shouldn't worry about other people "getting it". Your body, your choice.

WildBlueSooner

03-20-2009, 04:45 PM

I like the message. I just like art. I think a set of block symbols would look like a sign or a T-shirt. You shouldn't worry about other people "getting it". Your body, your choice.

:tpd:

ucubed

03-20-2009, 04:49 PM

I like the message. I just like art. I think a set of block symbols would look like a sign or a T-shirt. You shouldn't worry about other people "getting it". Your body, your choice.

A bit confused with the block part of your criticism. I take it that would be a bad thing?

BC-Axeman

03-20-2009, 05:09 PM

A bit confused with the block part of your criticism. I take it that would be a bad thing?
"Bad" is objective. Plain block symbols can carry an artistic sense in their own way. Just speaking my opinion. It's worth it's weight in electrons.

ucubed

03-20-2009, 05:26 PM

"Bad" is objective. Plain block symbols can carry an artistic sense in their own way. Just speaking my opinion. It's worth it's weight in electrons.

Well that's what I was getting at, something more objective =P

Bax

03-20-2009, 06:56 PM

Have you considered talking to an artist to create something for you? I do agree that the Coexist thing is a little played out but there's no reason you can't make it your own.

I've done a few tatoo designs. I do one the way they asked and one the way I would do it. The one thing that all the people have in common is they like my designs better than their ideas.

You're going to have this forever so spend a few extra dollars and have a pro give you something amazing.

Either way, good luck and I hope you enjoy it. :tu

ucubed

03-20-2009, 07:01 PM

Of course I'm going to an artist to get their sketches done, I thought that was a given =P. I'm just here for some feedback, criticisms, and critiques before I go anywhere. I'm planning on going some time early next week to talk to the artist.

As for the coexist thing being played out, I rarely see it and there isn't really a better clear cut message like that. It's not like I've seen this on anyone else before, unlike a simple cross or a nautical star, not trying to hate on them or anything... It is my own really, took a few parts here and there from different designs, and I'm trying to get another symbol added to it.

CBI_2

03-20-2009, 07:08 PM

My wife wants to know if your mom knows about this? :r

ucubed

03-20-2009, 07:14 PM

My wife wants to know if your mom knows about this? :r

nope ahahah!!!!!!

Bax

03-20-2009, 07:25 PM

Here's a couple sketchs I did for some friends tatoos.

The first was a snake wrapped around a dagger. Nice, but changing the dagger to a sword and adding a backround I think makes a better statement.

The second was a simple lions head. How may of those have you seen? But by changing the mane to flames it adds a personal touch.

http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p78/bauxyeux/Timspics008resize.jpg
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p78/bauxyeux/Timspics009resize.jpg

Hit up a local artistor maybe your tatoo guy and let him see what they can do for you.

Bax

03-20-2009, 07:29 PM

I thought your design was the one you were taking to the artist to have done. Not letting the artist design it.

My mistake then. I've seen too many crap jobs because someone thought something looked good and they go to the guy and tell him to ink it.

ucubed

03-20-2009, 07:32 PM

ahaha yea I hear ya Bax, thanks for your concern, but I've had many years of thought and planning and I'm not going to waste it upon my crappy artistic talent that I did in like a minute. I'm not creative enough so I'll be definitely taking it to the artist, that's more of a base outline of what I made to make it easier

LooseCard

03-20-2009, 07:46 PM

I'm thinking softer tones on the leaves, and darker on the ring - so the aum can replace the male/female symbol.

I like the idea, but I would want to test-run it.....

ucubed

03-20-2009, 07:48 PM

I'm thinking softer tones on the leaves, and darker on the ring - so the aum can replace the male/female symbol.

I like the idea, but I would want to test-run it.....

That's exactly what I was thinking Loose on the aum, I'm writing everything down to take to the artist so the final product should be better

BC-Axeman

03-20-2009, 08:43 PM

Well that's what I was getting at, something more objective =P
Doh! I meant subjective.
Sounds like you have a good plan.

Jay Hemingway

03-20-2009, 08:46 PM

i wouldn't do it..

ucla695

03-20-2009, 08:57 PM

Gotta agree with mmblz!!! :tu

I see them on Prius' out here in CA. Good for now, but who knows what the future will bring. :2

chippewastud79

03-20-2009, 08:59 PM

Start smaller. Honestly, getting something to cover your entire shoulder area is a hell of a leap into tattoos. If you are happy with your tattoo, don't worry about what other people think. I realize you want something that means something to you, but start it a little smaller :2

ade06

03-20-2009, 09:05 PM

Sorry, but I'm not a big fan of the design, especially since you are planning to make it so big. It reminds me of some of the tattoos I’ve seen on my parents’ hippie friends from CA. I’m sure they were cool back then, but now… not so much.

TheJ

03-21-2009, 12:51 AM

I highly recommend doing what I have been doing lately. For years I've wanted more work done, but couldn't really settle on design, themes, and placement.

I had my girlfriend take some photos of me without my shirt from different angles. I then took my designs on Photoshop and essentially tattooed them on me. You can try aviary.com if you don't have Photoshop. Aviary even has a great tutorial on the subject.

Most of the time I would see that the size, placement, or design didn't look right immediately. Others I would come back to every few days and eventually think no way or yep, I'm gonna get this one. Heck, send me a pic of bare skin where you want it and I'll give you a quick sample. Keep in mind today was day 3 of a 9 day work stretch so I can't guarantee a quick turn around.

You are obviously passionate about the design and meaning so I say go for it. I know you don't see it often, but here in the panhandle I see it multiple times a week. Granted I'm no idiot so I immediately picked up "coexist" the first second I saw it. I really don't know how anyone other than an imbecile would have to ask what the design meant. Just my 2 cents.

Don Fernando

03-21-2009, 12:38 PM

Granted I'm no idiot so I immediately picked up "coexist" the first second I saw it. I really don't know how anyone other than an imbecile would have to ask what the design meant.

Thank you for calling me an idiot and an imbecule.

ucubed

03-21-2009, 01:13 PM

LOL Ferdinand.

Well I've done placement stuff already and I enjoy it where it is, just size is going to be what I'm working on. Like I said I'm going to be going to the shop and talking to the artists early this week to talk about design placement and such, it's all just a base outline.

As for something smaller, I have many other things I want to get, I haven't had the time to plan it out. I really am not worried about regretting it later. Past, present, future, it's always going to be relevant. Thanks for all the concern and feedback, how about we start to have a little more critiques on the actual design since I'm pretty set on getting it =)

Sure it might be a hippie thing, but I don't understand how it doesn't mean anything today. I don't understand when you say it's not cool today. How is coexisting not cool? Maybe I am a pacifist or something beats me, is the message really that outdated? I highly doubt that it's going to be irrelevant any time soon, you don't see any 1 religion or something taking over, there is still fighting going on, more so than ever so if anything it's even more relevant today as it was say in the 50's, 60's, 70's.

WildBlueSooner

03-21-2009, 01:23 PM

Ok if you want feedback on the design I think you definitely need to come up with something to make it more your own. Take the basic idea but do something different. I too see the coexist thing all over the the place and it looks so similar to what you have. If I saw that I would be like "oh there is that coexist thing again" but if you could get really creative people would be like "sweet, look how he did that". Unfortunately I am not very creative and cant help you there, which is why I don't have any tattoos myself.

So basically I say you need to come up with something more original that has the same meaning. Just mt two cents.

Don Fernando

03-21-2009, 01:27 PM

Sure it might be a hippie thing

I'm gonna call you 'hippie' during the East Coast trip and E.L.V.I.S. all the time :r

ucubed

03-21-2009, 02:47 PM

I'm gonna call you 'hippie' during the East Coast trip and E.L.V.I.S. all the time :r

Sadly I'm probably one of the least hippies you'll know...well for the most part.

As for the design being similar, indeed it is similar to the ones that are out there. However, it's only only my design and I have yet taken it to a professional. Once I do get it sketched I'll repost what they have done for me.

WildBlueSooner

03-21-2009, 02:52 PM

Sadly I'm probably one of the least hippies you'll know...well for the most part.

As for the design being similar, indeed it is similar to the ones that are out there. However, it's only only my design and I have yet taken it to a professional. Once I do get it sketched I'll repost what they have done for me.

True...I know I would need the help of a pro to come up with a more original idea!

TheJ

03-21-2009, 06:40 PM

Thank you for calling me an idiot and an imbecule.

anytime.

WildBlueSooner

03-21-2009, 07:30 PM

Thank you for calling me an idiot and an imbecule.

"Can you feel the love tonight"? ;)

ade06

03-21-2009, 10:34 PM

Please don't be offended by the "hippie" comment. Both my parents were hippies and I've grown up around quite a few. That was just my first impression when I saw your design.

s0leful0ne

03-22-2009, 03:07 AM

kevin's been set on this tattoo for a long time...the coupon just lit the fire under his ass...

my only advice is i wouldnt get it so big...

ucubed

03-26-2009, 01:00 PM

Went into the shop today, had a consultation and it's now in the making =)

LooseCard

04-08-2009, 07:16 PM

So what's the update???

GreekGodX

04-08-2009, 07:18 PM

You have to of gotten it by now! We want pics!

tx_tuff

03-10-2010, 03:45 PM

What ever happened Kevin? Did you get it?

ucubed

03-10-2010, 05:22 PM

lol yes indeed I did get it...I already have essentially 3/4 of the next design...I just need money for it will be a pretty big piece

WildBlueSooner

03-10-2010, 06:31 PM

lol yes indeed I did get it...I already have essentially 3/4 of the next design...I just need money for it will be a pretty big piece

Pics? or is the location NSFW? ;)

tx_tuff

03-11-2010, 12:53 PM

lol yes indeed I did get it...I already have essentially 3/4 of the next design...I just need money for it will be a pretty big piece

I'm new here read this whole thread yesterday and didn't see any updates they why I asked, but I then saw the pic in the "Tattos?" thread. You should also post it here. They did a great job on it!