Okay, so, I’ve been wanting a tattoo for ages, and I finally decided to take the plunge. I’ve always been a fan of Ben Whittaker’s work – his style is just so unique and captivating. So, I started looking for his contact info, which was surprisingly hard to find. It’s like he’s some kind of mythical creature or something. Eventually, I found his Instagram profile through a friend who had gotten a tattoo from him before.
I sent him a DM, not expecting much, honestly. But, lo and behold, he replied! We chatted a bit about what I wanted, and I sent him some reference images. He was super chill and seemed to get my vision right away. After a bit of back and forth, we set a date for the appointment.
When the day arrived, I was a mix of excitement and nerves. I went to his studio, which was this cool, unassuming little place tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. Ben greeted me with a smile and made me feel instantly at ease. We talked some more about the design, and he made a few tweaks based on my feedback.
- Preparation: He cleaned and shaved the area where the tattoo would go.
- Stencil: Then, he applied the stencil, and we spent a good few minutes adjusting it until it was just perfect. I really appreciated his attention to detail.
- Tattooing: Once everything was set, he started working his magic. It was definitely a bit painful at times, but it was so worth it. It felt like a hot scratch, but I’ve felt worse. He took breaks when I needed them, and the whole process felt very collaborative.
- Finished product: And then, after a few hours, it was done! I looked in the mirror, and I was just blown away. It was even better than I had imagined.
Aftercare Instructions
He wrapped it up and gave me some aftercare instructions. He told me to keep it wrapped for a few hours and then to wash it gently and pat it dry and use a certain type of moisturizer. He also explained how to take care of it in the weeks to come. I felt really well-informed and confident that I could take care of my new piece of art.
Now, a few weeks later, it’s fully healed, and I’m absolutely in love with it. It’s like a little piece of Ben’s magic that I get to carry with me. It was a bit of an adventure, but I’m so glad I did it. I already started thinking about my next one!
