How to Pick a Tattoo Artist in Toronto?

Getting a new tattoo is an exciting experience and it’s also a whole lot of fun. However, finding the best tattoo artist to help you can be a bit tricky. There different options and you want to work with vetted professionals, people that have a lot of experience in the industry and which know how to provide the best design. If you’re looking for the best tattoo shop in Toronto, here are some ideas to keep in mind.

Ask a friend

Sometimes the best way to find a good tattoo artist in Toronto is to ask friends for referrals. It’s one of the best sources of information and it will help you pick the right option very fast. It’s not that simple to find a good artist, so if a friend already knows one, then you are definitely good to go. And the results can actually be amazing in their own right.

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Search for reviews online

Nowadays every Toronto tattoo shop has its own website presence and it receives reviews. You should always check for reviews to see what you can expect and what people are saying about the shop to begin with. At the end of the day, you need to make an informed decision when it comes to this kind of stuff, and with the right amount of attention it will totally be worth it. So try to use that to your own advantage if possible.

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See previous work from the tattoo artist

As you can imagine, tattoo artists do end up offering a very good experience and a great result most of the time. the most important thing at the end of the day is to see what the artist can do and the overall results that can be brought to the table in a situation like this. It’s not always going to be easy to go with a certain artist. But when you see their previous work you are bound to boost your confidence levels and that alone can be an amazing opportunity and experience in its own right.

Are there any specialized tattoo shops in Toronto?

Yes, not all tattoo shops in Toronto are the same. Some are specialized in a certain style; others are offering a wide range of options. So it’s all a matter of understanding the process, checking it out and constantly pushing the boundaries to make the experience better and more immersive. Sure, there will be tricky moments, but if you do it right nothing will be impossible and that’s what really matters the most.

It’s never easy to try and find the best tattoo shop on the market. But with the right approach and true focus on results you will be able to achieve amazing results. It’s all a matter of understanding the process, seeing what the options are and then selecting the Toronto tattoo artist that offers you a great experience. There will be some challenges here and there, but use these tips and you will have no problem finding the right artist to suit your requirements! If you need more information contact Painted People Tattoo Company in Toronto.

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Use the form below to describe your vision for the tattoo, or to request a consultation / booking. If looking for an estimate, please be descriptive and tell us about what you want to have tattooed. For bookings, review our Pricing & Payment page; we start with a free consultation; in order to begin your custom drawing a deposit is required.

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Asia

ABOUT ASIA

Asia, pronounced like Asha rather than like the continent, is the head artist and proud co-Owner of Toronto’s Painted People Tattoos Salon.

Asia has been tattooing for over 15 years. Her rich resume, apart from owning a tattoo studio, includes roles such as painter, volunteer, designer, music dabbler, and more. Finding her calling at the age of 16, she studied tattooing, first independently, and then as an apprentice to a number of celebrated artists before becoming one herself.

Tattooing is a passion for Asia. She loves creating livable, permanent art through that passion. When she’s not creating, Asia enjoys carrying for her pets, spending time with her family, watching movies, playing old video games, sucking at soccer (or football if we’re being all European) and unloading cat sounds with her husband Nick for general amusement of herself and others.

WATERCOLOR TATTOOS

As the name indicates, watercolor tattoos essentially represent using the human canvas and drawing on them with tattoo ink making them look like watercolors.

Watercolor tattoos require the same expertise and initial process that other tattoo techniques require (you may or may not do a stencil and mix shades of color), but where they really separate themselves from other tattoo techniques is the final outcome. A fresh watercolor tattoo can often appear as splashes of watercolor paint on your body.

Created with a lot more gradual coloring (unlike, for example, traditional tattooing where solid colors are merged together), the subtle gradients help create the characteristics and design of a classic watercolor painting. The other differentiating factor is outlining. Watercolor tattoos pride themselves on often not having a solid outline which is then colored in. The free flowing colors are meant to represent a painting – which they most definitely do.

Asia, while doing every style from black and grey, traditional, tribal, realism, neo-traditional, new school, etc, has really specialized in watercolor tattooing recently. Outside of loving the look and feel of them and genuinely enjoying creating unique watercolor designs, she is quickly becoming known Canada wide for her passion of watercolor tattoos.

One of the common misconceptions around watercolor tattoos is that they fade very quickly. Putting it simply, all tattoos fade overtime. In the hands of a professional tattoo artist (such as Asia), watercolor tattoos are safe from fading for years. How many years heavily depends on various factors such as maintenance of the tattoo / skin care along with placement of tattoo as not placing it on an area where there may be constant rubbing will make it last longer. Watercolor tattoos can fade just slightly quicker due to use of lighter colors, so if one of our tattoos does start to fade you can come back after a few years for a quick touch-up to get it looking vibrant again.

For tips on how to maintain your watercolor or any other tattoos, check out our healing instructions page here