Okay, so I’ve been thinking about getting a tattoo for a while now, and I finally decided to go for it! I’m a Leo, and my rising sign is Aries, so I wanted something that combined those two fiery signs. I’m calling it my “Leo Aries” tattoo adventure.
The Idea Comes to Life
First, I spent hours just browsing online, looking at different Leo and Aries tattoo designs. There are so many! I saw lots of lions, rams, fire symbols, and constellation patterns. I wanted something unique, though, not just a generic image.
Finding the Right Artist
Next up, I needed to find a tattoo artist. That was super important. I checked out the portfolios of several local artists, looking for someone whose style I really liked. Clean lines and good shading were a must. I finally found this one artist whose work was amazing – bold and artistic, just what I was looking for.
Design Consult
I booked a consultation with the artist. We talked about my idea, and I showed him some of the images I’d saved. He listened carefully and then started sketching. It was so cool to see him take my vague idea and turn it into a real drawing.
We decided on a design that combined a stylized lion’s head with ram horns, all wrapped in flames. Perfect! The design is quite bold and the size will be perfect for my upper arm.
Tattoo Day!
Finally, the day arrived! I was a little nervous, but mostly excited. The artist prepped my skin, applied the stencil, and then it was go time. The buzzing of the tattoo machine was a little intimidating at first, but I quickly got used to it.
- The outlining was the most intense part. Felt like a sharp scratching.
- The shading was much easier, more like a vibration.
- We took a few breaks, which helped.
The Final Reveal
After a few hours, it was done! I looked in the mirror, and wow! It looked even better than I had imagined. The lines were so crisp, the shading was perfect, and the flames looked so realistic. I absolutely love it!
It’s Healing Nicely
Now I’m just in the aftercare phase, keeping it clean and moisturized. It’s a little itchy, but that’s normal. I can’t wait for it to fully heal so I can show it off properly. This whole Leo Aries tattoo journey was definitely worth it!
