Tattoo Opinions.
 

So I'm going to be getting a tattoo soon, and I want opinions on it.

Let me know what you think.

A black rose with a vibrant green stem. It has four petals falling off and swirling around it. On the petals are the words ‘Never Gonna Be Alone.’

It’s a tattoo to encompass a lot of things.

First: It is in memory of my brother. Black roses were his favorite flower.

Two: It represents the balance of life and death. The stem of the flower being life and the rose itself death

Third: It represents those we lose in our lives and how they may be gone, but they never really leave us.

Fourth: It is my worst fear. This is represented by the words "Never Gonna Be Alone" on the petals. This is the title to a Nickelback song, which if you've ever seen the music video; you will understand why I chose these words.

Ahh. Everyone's been asking me where I'll put it and it's going to be on the outside of my thigh just above the knee. I know that sounds weird, but I've put a lot of thought into that placement. I'm not getting a tattoo with so much meaning to it and not being able to show it off relatively easily. However, I am going to be working as a professor, so I'm very aware of how important it is to be able to cover it up. Thus that location.

It sounds cool. But being alone isn't associated with roses. Roses represent love. Black roses represent death.

I know the words represent the fear of being alone. I guess I should have made that more clear. Will go do that now.

Bah! Nickleback.
XD
Well, I think it's cool either way. Good luck! Hope it turns out well!

Thank you. I hope so too. :D

It sounds like a well thought out tattoo for sure. I'd be careful where you get it though. Getting tattoos in certain places where the skin stretches drastically as you age can be a huge disappointment in your later years.

I am scared of tattoos myself.. to get one anyway... if it is appropriate and I know I would keep it forever, i would get one though. but i don't think i could get one cause i can't take it.. anyway, I think it's a good idea. sounds lovely to me. but, it's all a matter of if you want it. remember, it's your body...you are the one that has to permanantly have it. so your opinion on it is the most important.

This is certainly refreshing. When I opened the topic, I thought I was going to run into someone talking about the normal tribal tats on their arms or something. You've put a looot of thought and symbolism into yours, I like it. XD

I would say go for it, though personally... I'd only put a tat on my wrists. It's not in a place that looks absolutely stupid when you're older when done right, and it can be covered up rather easily with a long-sleeve shirt or a watch if needed.

Since the tattoo has a big significance, then why not. After all it's always a choice.
I think it would look good at the back of your neck or on your back.

But don't forget to do some little inspection where you will get the tattoo especially the needles they are using.

Cora thinks that sounds like a good tattoo.

Wow. Thank ya'll for so much input! I didn't expect people to respond and take it so seriously. So thank you for that.

I'm definitely feeling really good about getting it. I just need to talk to a few people about the place I want to go. And go check it out. And get my resident artist to draw it. Then, hopefully I'll have a tattoo by Christmas.

Also, for those who asked about where I edited that into my first post.

Also codette, sarah norwood, and elwing. I'm not a big advocate for tattoos, but I do think if you have a special idea and meaning to a tattoo go for it. I would never get a tat just because. Which is why I'm putting so much into mine. I've actually been thinking about it for four years, and have finally just happened on the perfect design.
Codette I think your tattoo sounds amazing!!

That sounds amazing! It is a great idea and it is your body so go for it. I love tattoos as long as they have a good meaning.
The only times I don't like tattoos is when its something stupid... like daffy duck or something o.o
Anyways, I have seen the music video and I love Nickelback. I even saw them in concert. I would love to see a picture of it when you get it done. :)
Speaking of tattoos.. Kat von D is my idol. She inspires me to keep drawing and Ithink she is an amazing tattoo artist. haha sorry to get slightly off topic.
I have been thinking about getting a tattoo but I am to young to get one since my mom won't let me. I bwant to get a small black and red heart on the inside of my wrist.
Their is a months for self-harm awareness and everyday you are supposed to draw a heart on your wrist. I do it because I have had friends who have died from cutting and or overdose etc. I used to do that stuff too. Its a symbol for all that I have gone through and it would be on me forever.

Nickelback is amazing, and I envy you for seeing them in concert. Everytime they've been in town I either can't afford it or can't make it to the concert.

And I love Kat Von D as well. I'd die if I could afford/get a tattoo by her.

DaisyKeehl: if you want that tattoo keep it in mind. Write it down or just don't let yourself forget it, and once you are old enough do it.
That's what I'm doing with my tattoo. I've had this idea (in various forms but always with a black rose and green steam) since I was 16 and too young. I'm now 20 and finally have the age and money to get it. Plus, after considering it and wanting it for so long. I feel it's just right to go ahead and get it.

Yeah, I've put a lot of thought into this tattoo (four years, actually). I'd love to get it on my shoulder blade or rib, but I don't know those places just don't feel right to me. My first choice place was actually my calf, but I'd be stuck wearing pants, and I love wearing skirts.

The placement is still probably the one think I'm kinda mer about because I realize it is such weird spot, but no other place makes me go 'yeah I like that spot' like this spot does. It's weird. I may talk to the artist about it a bit. See what she says.

Also, I think spine tattoos are so beautiful. I think if you really, really want it. Who cares if you have a kid? The perception of tats is changing. They are becoming more common, less taboo. So people are more accepting of them. and I know plenty of people with children who have tattoos and still plan on getting more.

I think it's a good idea, especally since it'll have so much meaning for you and you've given it much thought. Plus you'll be putting it in a spot where you can cover it up if need-be but still be able to show it off if you want to.

Awh envy isn't good xD
They are great in concert though. I hope you get to see them soon. :)
I have had the tattoo idea for about 4 years now :).
You're not the only one who wishes that xD

It sounds like it's going to look nice, tattoos are always better when they have meaning behide them. I have a koi on my foot and I'm looking at getting a dragon for my next tattoo, going with the story that the koi swims up the stream and turns into a dragon when it reaches it's destination, it's going to be symbolising the start and end of my journey.


I would suggest if you're having a coloured in tattoo to have it done in stages, outline then colour in a different sitting so it gives it time to heal especially if you turn out to be a bleeder.

I'm not a big fan of words on the skin just because most of the time people get them too small and after a while they look like shit. The rest of the tattoo sounds cool though. Do you have any pictures of what it's going to look like yet?

All I have to say, is spellcheck spellcheck spellcheck spellcheck...

and trust your tattoo artist a TON...

I've seen some bad tattoos from the above not happening...

It's a cool song and probably very special to you since you want to put it permanently on your body but I wouldn't write "gonna" on my body.

I was thinking of getting a tattoo but the only places I'd put one would be my shoulders or back because, like you mentioned, coverable is something I really need. I wouldn't put one on my legs because that just seems like a weird place and being that I have to dress professionally for work, it would have to go on my thighs because it'd be seen if I wore a skirt.

like everyone else has mentioned trust your artist. and the other thing. COMMUNICATE with them. If you don't like the direction your artist is going in, tell them so. Tattoo artists especially will understand and handle criticism really well because they know this is something very special to you and that you'll have on your body for the rest of your life and they want you to be 100% happy with the work they're doing.