The Process

Well, I really wanted to make it to the black foundation and be ready for color on the next sitting but, I only managed to get the outline on for this Hannya.

Chest tattoos are exhausting!  However it makes for a great opportunity to share a bit of my tattoo process.

I love lines! I find myself constantly trying to improve not only the quality of my line work but also the character of the lines I choose.

Lines should describe the shapes they are trying to represent, meaning if done correctly

a line drawing will already begin the illusion of 3D form and illustrate depth. Also, in tattooing lines tend to be the thing that will last the longest,

so to me a well thought out line drawing is the most important part of a lasting tattoo.

I had a great time on this one and I'm really pleased with the overall fit! Stay tuned, next time I'll share black foundation ...