Tattoo ideas

rebelknight · 01-24-2011, 09:18 PM

So seeing as a tattoo is a very permanent thing I have put a lot of thought into exactly what I want and now I just kind of need some opinions. I know what I want for my tattoo but I'm not sure of fonts, size and location so I'm coming to you for ideas.

I want to get a tattoo that says "Ignem Mittere In Terram" which means "set fire upon the earth" It is my high schools motto and is inscribed on my class ring. It is also something that just means a lot to me and is a philosophy that I live by.

I have yet to give any thought to how big I want this or in what kind of font so if you have any cool fonts please share and if you have an opinion on how big that would also be helpful.

As far as location I am pretty sure I want it on one of my thighs so that it will be covered up and not be an issue in applying for a job or anything. However I will consider any suggestions.

Of course once I get the tattoo I will post pictures. Thanks for the help

hscmit · 01-24-2011, 09:21 PM

have you considered a tramp stamp?

sikk50 · 01-24-2011, 09:24 PM

Here are my suggestions. First keep in mind as you grow older your skin goes through a lot of changes. Most people (myself included) would recommend taking the size you want it and add about 10-20% of the size to it. This will additionally help prevent it turning into a very expensive liver spot when your old.

Now my personal oppinion is that is a pretty sick motto and would look good done as a collar tattoo on your chest. But that would just be my opinion.

BeerAdvocate · 01-24-2011, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by hscmit

have you considered a tramp stamp?

Nice

replicant_argent · 01-24-2011, 09:32 PM

Barbed wire and something reminiscently tribal always seems to be a winner.

rebelknight · 01-24-2011, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by hscmit

have you considered a tramp stamp?

I'll keep it in mind but I was really saving that real estate for my butterfly tattoo.

hscmit · 01-24-2011, 09:42 PM

the collar idea sounds pretty cool

Patrick B · 01-25-2011, 12:47 AM

I second the collar idea, and I really like the motto, it's bad-ass. I'm throwing a few ideas around myself, I need a couple more tats to get to an even 10. And I've always thought that bigger is better. If you're going to do it, go all out. Can't wait to see the pics.

Another thought would be going down your side, from armpit to waist, but that area is quite sensitive...

J0eybb · 01-25-2011, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by replicant_argent

Barbed wire and something reminiscently tribal always seems to be a winner.

Pete is a smart man. Do It.

sikk50 · 01-25-2011, 02:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Patrick B

I second the collar idea, and I really like the motto, it's bad-ass. I'm throwing a few ideas around myself, I need a couple more tats to get to an even 10. And I've always thought that bigger is better. If you're going to do it, go all out. Can't wait to see the pics.

Another thought would be going down your side, from armpit to waist, but that area is quite sensitive...

Indeed it is, however I found the ankle to be worse. Probably just because of the movement of the skin while walking after

Lucky_Hippo · 01-25-2011, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by sikk50

Indeed it is, however I found the ankle to be worse. Probably just because of the movement of the skin while walking after

Top of the foot is right up there as well. Socks and shoes for work kind of sucks for the week after. LOL

rebelknight · 01-25-2011, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Patrick B

I second the collar idea, and I really like the motto, it's bad-ass. I'm throwing a few ideas around myself, I need a couple more tats to get to an even 10. And I've always thought that bigger is better. If you're going to do it, go all out. Can't wait to see the pics.

Another thought would be going down your side, from armpit to waist, but that area is quite sensitive...

I like that idea. I never even thought of that before. And bigger is better, good call.

Patrick B · 01-25-2011, 08:46 AM

Damnit, now I wanna get some fresh ink this weekend. Haha

01-25-2011, 09:21 AM

Camo.
Except you would have to decide for what environment.
OK, scratch that idea.
Maybe a pattern with something hidden in it.

01-25-2011, 10:40 AM

Might I suggest -

AMITTO OF MEUS EARS

01-24-2011, 09:18 PM	#1
rebelknight Feeling at Home Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: John Location: Columbus, OH and Rochester, NY Posts: 510 Trading: (1)	Tattoo ideas So seeing as a tattoo is a very permanent thing I have put a lot of thought into exactly what I want and now I just kind of need some opinions. I know what I want for my tattoo but I'm not sure of fonts, size and location so I'm coming to you for ideas. I want to get a tattoo that says "Ignem Mittere In Terram" which means "set fire upon the earth" It is my high schools motto and is inscribed on my class ring. It is also something that just means a lot to me and is a philosophy that I live by. I have yet to give any thought to how big I want this or in what kind of font so if you have any cool fonts please share and if you have an opinion on how big that would also be helpful. As far as location I am pretty sure I want it on one of my thighs so that it will be covered up and not be an issue in applying for a job or anything. However I will consider any suggestions. Of course once I get the tattoo I will post pictures. Thanks for the help

01-24-2011, 09:21 PM	#2
hscmit Have My Own Room Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: James Location: no where Posts: 2,200 Trading: (4)	Re: Tattoo ideas have you considered a tramp stamp?

01-24-2011, 09:24 PM	#3
sikk50 Just Bored Really... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andrew Location: The Jefferson State Posts: 2,084 Trading: (13)	Re: Tattoo ideas Here are my suggestions. First keep in mind as you grow older your skin goes through a lot of changes. Most people (myself included) would recommend taking the size you want it and add about 10-20% of the size to it. This will additionally help prevent it turning into a very expensive liver spot when your old. Now my personal oppinion is that is a pretty sick motto and would look good done as a collar tattoo on your chest. But that would just be my opinion. __________________ "Not a Headache in a Hogshead"

01-24-2011, 09:32 PM	#5
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: Tattoo ideas Barbed wire and something reminiscently tribal always seems to be a winner. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

01-24-2011, 09:42 PM	#7
hscmit Have My Own Room Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: James Location: no where Posts: 2,200 Trading: (4)	Re: Tattoo ideas the collar idea sounds pretty cool

01-25-2011, 12:47 AM	#8
Patrick B Feeling at Home Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Cincinnati OH Posts: 713 Trading: (6)	Re: Tattoo ideas I second the collar idea, and I really like the motto, it's bad-ass. I'm throwing a few ideas around myself, I need a couple more tats to get to an even 10. And I've always thought that bigger is better. If you're going to do it, go all out. Can't wait to see the pics. Another thought would be going down your side, from armpit to waist, but that area is quite sensitive...

01-25-2011, 08:46 AM	#13
Patrick B Feeling at Home Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Cincinnati OH Posts: 713 Trading: (6)	Re: Tattoo ideas Damnit, now I wanna get some fresh ink this weekend. Haha

01-25-2011, 09:21 AM	#14
BC-Axeman Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Tattoo ideas Camo. Except you would have to decide for what environment. OK, scratch that idea. Maybe a pattern with something hidden in it.

01-25-2011, 10:40 AM	#15
tobii3 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Tattoo ideas Might I suggest - AMITTO OF MEUS EARS