I can't believe I'm asking this...need tattoo shop

Being one who has a rather large tattoo, be sure to make sure that
A) You really want it
B) Where you want it
C) What you want

You may have already gone through the process, but I tell people who ask about getting one to wait a month and come back. If they still want it, then, I ask if they know what they want and tell them to wait a month. After 60 days, most have it nailed down. I know that I changed my design twice in the last month before I settled on what I got, and I'm glad I did!

Oh...and make sure you are getting the tattoo for you. There's only one person in the world who has to like it, and that's you!

Hi!
OK, crazy or not, at 53, I've decided I want to get a tattoo. (just a small one) And I can think of no better place or time to get one than during my vacation to my favorite place in the whole world, SoWal! Can anybody recommend a studio that's really good? If I get one, I would like it to be more like a little piece of art, rather than something that looks cartoonish or like something my grandaughter could draw. I'm thinking about a Celtic designed dragonfly......

Suggestions please??

Go for it!

Maverick's studio by the wing place in Miramar Beach. (by Royal Orchid). I've seen the work from there and it's been beautiful!

XO Graphics in Destin does amazing stuff. Very fine lined and colored beautifully.

Anybody else got any input about Maverick's? I was considering them after viewing some of their work online. I think maybe Maverick himself?
And yes, this has been something I've been thinking about for awhile. I think going thru the life change of a divorce has made me decide that yes, I do want to do this for myself. I love Celtic artwork, and really want something in that style. Maybe 2! A dragonfly on my ankle, and a triskele (3 swirls) on my wrist. It isn't something I'm taking lightly, so that's why I'm looking for recommendations.

exographixs doesn't seem to have a web page. shoot.

Panama Fox Tattoo. 15th Street in PC. Randy Fox is an incredible artist, and I highly recommend him.

Yes, it really is worth the trip to PC.
Tell him Kit sent you.

I've seen a lot of work that Maverick's has done and it's all been good. They are clean, and friendly. I think they are closed on Tuesday & Wednesdays.

Thanks Kit!
Randys' work online looks awesome! And I see he does Celtic designs! So how long of a drive is it going to be to his place from Santa Rosa Beach?

I second Bobby, go for it. Ask though about the recommendations for swimming and sunshine when it's real fresh. You might want to get it at the end of your vacation rather than the beginning.

funn! i'd do it! you only live once, right!?!

OK,....I made an appointment with Randy Fox in PC ! (a month in advance!) Gonna do it on our last day of the trip, June 24th! I haven't even told the 2 friends I'm coming down with yet! I'm sure they'll think I've finally lost it!! Like you said, you only live once!

Rest assured, they do not hurt at all! :lie:

I was expecting you to tell sassy about the bonus posts for getting a sowal tattoo! Find the pic!

OK,....I made an appointment with Randy Fox in PC ! (a month in advance!) Gonna do it on our last day of the trip, June 24th! I haven't even told the 2 friends I'm coming down with yet! I'm sure they'll think I've finally lost it!! Like you said, you only live once!

Make sure you post pictures! And let us know what you think of his work. I think this is great!!!

OK,....I made an appointment with Randy Fox in PC ! (a month in advance!) Gonna do it on our last day of the trip, June 24th! I haven't even told the 2 friends I'm coming down with yet! I'm sure they'll think I've finally lost it!! Like you said, you only live once!

You won't be disappointed, he is truly talented. From Santa Rosa Beach it is probably about a 35-45 minute drive, depending on traffic. Even in the heavy summer months I'd estimate less than an hour. Congrats on your big decision! And, it really isn't too painful- promise!
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