Tattoo artist: Boris from Hungary

I was born in Zalaegerszeg, Hungary in 1972 and I still live here.

I created my first tattoos in 1992 by using amateur equipments. In the following two years – besides studying and working – I made tattoos whenever I had the possibility to do so. Then I opened my current studio in 1995 in Zalaegerszeg

I participated in the 1996 Budapest Tattoo Expo first, where I won two awards. I have been taking tattooing seriously ever since.

In the first years I learned the profession alone. I met some tattoo artists in 1996 who accelerated the learning process.

I opened my second studio in Keszthely, Hungary in 1997 where I worked during the summers. In September, 1997 I visited the Barcelona International Tattoo Convention as a spectator and it had a huge impact on me. The following Tattoo Conventions were in Bologna and Berlin then. At all these places I stood behind the back of well-known artists and watched their work, the techniques and equipments they were using. I learned and applied then everything while working.

The 1999 Berlin Tattoo Convention was the first one, which I attended as a participant.

I spend most of my time in my tattoo studio, but also have taken part in the foundation works of the Hungarian Tattoo Association and I am the Provincial Vice President.

What could I write about my work?
I am lucky, because my job is my hobby. I cannot describe my style as I am not committed to any of the trends. I like doing new things every day, I am susceptible to everything new, but of course I need to take the limits of the skin into consideration.

I prefer customer demands with not only visual, but mental content as well. I like customers with own, individual ideas, because they inspire me and let my imagination flow. However, it is very important for me to get enough freedom during the creation.

I consider all of my projects equally important, as each of them is the most important to the person who wears it. Of course there are some, which are really close to my heart. You may recognize them by looking at my drawings and photos.

I prepare each tattoo the way as if I made it to myself, so I create them with a work of art and not only as a piece of work. I do my drawings by being aware of that. The drawings are sketches; they are very precise and work demanding.

If you are interested come and visit me in my studio or at an expo.

All the best till then: Boris
www.boristattoo.com

Tattoo and pain

Tattoo Pain Scale (Yellow would be a rating of 1 on the tattoo pain scale.)
These include the upper arm, forearm, calf, Bum, and Thigh. For a 1st tattoo these are great points to begin your inked journey.


 (Orange would be a rating on the tattoo pain chart of 2.)
These include the centre back, front / side of thighs and shoulders.
This is also not too bad a start for your first tattoo. The shoulders and central back region can be area that require quite a lot of movement. The skin on these areas is much looser meaning it takes longer to tattoo and also longer to heal. On areas that have lots of movement such as these, require more care once a tattoo is completed. Due to the thigh area being quite a dense muscle mass and also quite tight skin, it may tend to bruise the day after. (Red has a rating of 3 on the tattoo pain scale.) These include the knees, elbows, hands, head, neck, feet, chest and back of thighs. Beginners beware of starting at these areas. You would need to be determined to have tattoos here as the high sensitivity would require a lot of mental focus to get you through. The poor quality of skin on both the knees and elbows will result in a very slow tattoo process and nerves are very close to the surface in these areas. This could result in the tattooing being unbearable for any length of time for some people. As with the orange areas these tend to be high movement areas and will require a longer healing timescale. You may find that to achieve a good solid colour, you may have to repeat the tattoo process on these areas. As a side note the chest area on men can be much more sensitive to pain than a woman, yet due to the tighter skin on a male, the tattoo can be completed quicker. (Purple has the highest rating of 4 on the tattoo pain chart.) Areas include hips, ribcage, stomach, back of knees, armpit, inside of elbow, nipples, lips, inside of thighs and genitals. Are you really sure you want to get that tattoo? As these areas can elicit crying, half finished tattoos or even the customer passing out. This could just be more than you may be able to handle. All of these purple areas are considered by most to be the most painful areas to be tattooed. The stretchy or thin skin over bone are slow to tattoo, some of these may require multiple sessions to achieve solid colour and smooth shading.
Healing can be just as painful as receiving the tattoo and may require a few days off from your regular activities. tattoo pain chart Tattoo Pain Chart some useful tips when getting a tattoo:  Women are your more sensitive the week prior to and during your cycle. Plan around those dates to have the best experience possible when getting your tattoo. Use lotion everyday on the area to be tattooed at least 1 week prior for healthier skin and better results. Do not go out in the sun at least one week prior to being tattooed (including tanning beds) This drys the skin and if peeling occurs could damage the tattoo. Consider what you will wear for 2 weeks while healing if your tattoo is in an area like the foot, waist, shoulders or chest. Shoes, waistbands, belts, underwear, and bras can all damage tattoos if you do not plan ahead. Find comfortable clothing that will not touch or rub during this time.
Always eat a good meal before being tattooed and drink plenty of fluids.
Be sure to get a good nights rest before your appointment.
Ask what kind of aftercare products you will need when you set up to get your tattoo.
Mention any allergies you may have, pigments, dyes, perfumes.
Some medication may thin your blood, check with your doctor before being tattooed.
Anyone with an autoimmune disorder needs to check with their doctor and should bring a note to be tattooed.

Creepily Realistic Body Art by Chooo-San

Tired with digitally enhanced pictures, Japanese art student Chooo-San decided to use nothing but acrylic paint to turn herself into a mutant or cyborg. Six eyes, two mouths or even batteries in her forearms – these are just a few examples of what 19-year-old student  can do without any Photoshop.

Everything started when Chooo-San was studying for her university admission exams. While taking breaks from her studies, she used to draw eyes and other objects on her hands. Finally, she ended up creating a whole portfolio of realistic body paintings.

Her work reminds me of Frighteningly Realistic Tattoos by Yomico Moreno and I bet she would be a great tattoo artist too.

Sacred color Tattoo ink

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From their first appearance on the market in 2010, to date, the Sacredcolor are used by major Italian and international artists with their, and our, great satisfaction.

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Until now it seemed impossible to develop tattoo inks within the parameters of ResAP 2008 but having the basic characteristics sought after by tattoo artists. The company Lauro Paolini Tattoo Colours was founded to develop research in this area is important for all of us artists, and we are confident in saying that using Sacred color receive great satisfaction in the application of color (this is the first feeling you get when you begin to use them).

In Sacred color there are no secrets, but a lot of quality in raw materials, much experimentation, passion for our work and the collaboration with a major Italian company who believed in our project and in the reality of the tattoo artist.


We we guarantee over time the resistance to light of Sacred color, which are suitable to be used successfully also on darker skin or subjected to prolonged exposure to sun. Our colors will suffer much less the attacks of all the elements on our skin remains bright and saturated for many, many years.


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requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up

Resolution ResAP(2008)1
on requirements and criteria for the safety of tattoos and permanent make-up (superseding
Resolution ResAP(2003)2 on tattoos and permanent make-up)
(Adopted by the Committee of Ministers on 20 February 2008
at the 1018th meeting of the Ministers’ Deputies)
The Committee of Ministers, in its composition restricted to the representatives of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Cyprus, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland and the United Kingdom, member states of the Partial Agreement in the Social and Public
Health Field,
Recalling Resolution (59) 23 of 16 November 1959, on the extension of the activities of the Council of
Europe in the social and cultural fields;
Having regard to Resolution (96) 35 of 2 October 1996 revising the above-mentioned partial agreement,
whereby it revised the structures of the Partial Agreement and resolved to continue, on the basis of revised
rules replacing those set out in Resolution (59) 23, the activities hitherto carried out and developed by virtue
of that resolution, these being aimed in particular at:

Tattoo Aftercare

There are a lot of different ideas and theories as to what is the best method of aftercare for your tattoo. I honestly believe that not one particular method will work best for everyone, seeing as everyones biology is different, I believe it takes time and experience to figure out what in particular method works for you.

Here is a set of instructions that I believe works well for many people, and have used this method on myself successfully:

-No more then a few hours after the finish of your tattoo, you should remove the bandage and wash the tattoo. I personally recommend you wash the tattoo with an anti-bacterial hand soap, such as Dial antibacterial hand soap, to reduce your risk of infection. Also use luke-warm water as opposed to hot water, which would burn the tattoo. It is important to wash the tattoo lightly, but be sure to remove all ointment, blood, and any other residue.

-After washing the tattoo, apply an ointment. Some commonly recommended ointments would be Bacitracin, A+D Ointment and Aquaphor. I would recommend staying away from vaseline and petroleum jelly. It is VERY IMPORTANT to only use a very tiny amount of ointment that you lightly rub into a thin, shiny, “barely there” layer over the tattoo. The tattoo should just have a slight sheen after rubbing in the ointment. Using too much ointment can over saturate the tattoo and cause excess scabbing or scabs to come off prematurely. It is NOT “the more the better.”

-I would recommend use of the ointment for around 3-5 days. During these days wash your tattoo every morning right when you wake, and right before bed. It is also important to wash the tattoo several times throughout the day. The more you wash your tattoo, the easier and faster your tattoo will heal. If your tattoo is in a hard to reach area, have a friend assist you, just make sure they wash their hands thoroughly before they do so. If you do not keep your tattoo clean, you run the risk of both infection and excess scabbing which could result in poor healing. During these first few days, depending on where your tattoo is located the tattoo may be prone to swelling, using a bag of ice, elevating the tattooed area, and taking ibuprofen can help reduce the swelling.

-Around the 3-5th day, you should notice your tattoo has formed a thin, hard layer, which will begin to peel. The peeling is similar to that of a sunburn peeling, only the skin will come off in the colors of the tattoo, this is normal. At this stage in the healing process you can switch from using the ointment to a non-scented hand lotion. Aveeno, Curel, and Lubriderm non-scented are some common recommendations. For the next 2 weeks, keep washing the tattoo and use the lotion as needed. Keep the skin moisturized to prevent cracking and bleeding. There may be a couple scabs on your tattoo that take longer to come off then others, some taking up to a few weeks to come off. If this is the case just let the scabs fall off on their own and be mindful not to pull them off prematurely, as this could result in loss of ink. The majority of your tattoos healing should be over in 2 weeks, but it does take up to 4 weeks for a tattoo to be fully healed.

Things to avoid during the tattoo healing process:

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