The 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 trending in the world of tattooing, which is why most tattoo enthusiasts are getting one, and if you are wondering how to get a custom tattoo design for yourself, this article might help you in doing so.
One way of getting a custom tattoo is by doing it yourself. If you have the skill and talent as a creative artist, you could draw it freehand, just like a professional tattoo designer. Since you know yourself better than anyone else you could design it to your own preference, style and taste.
One advantage of creating your own design is the adaptability of the design, meaning that there is room for any last minute changes. Being open to ideas for your design can bring out more of your personality, since you are setting the mood in every detail of your work. Even better, you are not spending any extra money for your changes because you have not hired a designer.
Then again, being too flexible in your design means you could end up with an inconsistent tattoo image. If this happens, you will not get the unusual and unique design that you can be proud of. So be careful with your own technique; be consistent and focus on what you really want.
On the other hand, if you do not have the skill, or your idea is too complicated for you to draft, what you need is a professional tattoo designer. With their knowledge and experience in creating tattoo images you can be sure that they will provide you with a quality tattoo design tailor made from your ideas. A good tattoo designer knows every technical detail of a design; hence, it will be unique. Remember though, that quality has its price and sometimes this can be very expensive.
There is still yet another option. Tattoo websites like createmytattoo.com offer a marketplace in which customized tattoos by various artists are on display. In addition to this, the website also offers online custom tattoo design contests which you can host, set your own guidelines and post a prize.
This kind of contest is open to all tattoo designers who are up for the challenge to create a unique design based on your specifications. The more artists who join your contest, the more are your choices. All you need to do is to find the best design, award the prize to the designer and you will have exclusive rights to a customized tattoo design at an affordable price.
Getting a custom tattoo design for yourself needs patience, skill, and of course, a budget. Though most quality work is expensive, there are ways to get quality in an inexpensive way. All you have to do is be resourceful, innovative and open to possibilities.
Kristen Dunn is a tattoo enthusiast and professional tattoo designer who has created thousands of thought provoking, elegant, and funky tattoos for her clients. She has a vast collection of custom designs to her credit. Winner of several awards and accolades, Kristen is now a founding member of the world's largest custom tattoo design community at CreateMyTattoo. View her tattoo collection or read more on her blog here.