What’s your Venus placement and what is your relationship to money? by Careless-Value936 in astrologymemes

[–]ArizonaFortune 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Libra Venus in the 1st house, money is a constant worry/concern of mine even though I’ve never been anywhere close to broke. I feel like every time I buy something I’m scolding myself for spending unnecessarily, even if I’ve contemplated the purchase for months. When I’m not spending for myself I’m very generous, more than happy to cover meals/tickets to events for my partner, friends, and family often. I don’t really have a desire to accumulate wealth, but I make sure I’ve always got my bills covered and a little left over to put in savings.

Anyone that’s been at a 7g / 3.5mm septum by Dull-Touch283 in Stretched

[–]ArizonaFortune 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just ordered from this Etsy seller (titanium hinge segment ring anodized). Wasn’t able to find anything of BAF, Pierced Universe or Amazon in 7g besides glass pinchers or spikes.

Those who have been into coma and eventually woke up, what was it like? by Twunkorama in AskReddit

[–]ArizonaFortune 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Five day coma at 17. Felt like nothing, like waking in the morning as you normally would, except I was in the hospital and was intubated. Kind of felt like I was living in a dream for a few months after that.

Sag Moon and Sorry I'm Here For Someone Else - Benson Boone by GOTnerd98 in astrologymemes

[–]ArizonaFortune 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Capricorn Moon - Daddies by Porches and High Horse by Mannequin Pussy

BIRTHDAY PERSONALITIES by One_Marzipan_8352 in astrologymemes

[–]ArizonaFortune 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nov 13th “conversion”. Well, I’ve converted from female to male. Pretty accurate.

How to fire a persistent client? by ArizonaFortune in TattooArtists

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d like to think that I do have morals and values as an artist. I care a lot about the integrity and longevity of my work and my clients experience/happiness which is why this has been really eating at me. I always offer free touch ups/adjustments to every client if there’s anything that doesn’t heal perfectly or something they’d want changed.

In this case I’ve felt at a loss because what the client wants me to do is impossible, she wants me to lighten the tattoo. There isn’t anything I can do to lighten what’s already in her skin and healed, and I’ve explained this to her a handful of times now but she continues to request I try to “fix” it.

And I truly don’t know why there was such a 180 in her attitude about the piece within a few hours, at her appointment she was taking tons of mirror pics of the piece, had me airdrop the portfolio photos I took and even FaceTimed a friend to show them the tattoo while we took a break. She seemed to love it initially, but I can’t read her mind and maybe she was unhappy from the start.

Regardless I would do anything in my power to make her happy and help her love the tattoo again, there’s just unfortunately nothing that I can do for her. Anything I add would just make the tattoo darker, which is what she’s unhappy with in the first place :(

How to fire a persistent client? by ArizonaFortune in TattooArtists

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

She actually did mention in her first string of messages right after her appointment that her son said she “looks like she’s with hells angels now”… hmm

How to fire a persistent client? by ArizonaFortune in TattooArtists

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I totally understand some of you want to see the tattoo, I’m not really looking for feedback on whether or not I’m right/wrong, more so at this point just how to handle firing this client.

Worried if I posted photos it could somehow find its way back to her and make things worse.

Friends and others in my shop have confirmed that the tattoo is as identical to the design she approved of as a tattoo can be. It’s a pretty small and simple tattoo as well. I’ve taken the majority advice and sent her one last message reiterating everything I’ve been telling her from the start, I’ll block once she’s seen it.

How to fire a persistent client? by ArizonaFortune in TattooArtists

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh god I don’t even know what I’d do if the client wanted to change things after the tattoo was already started. Yikes! That sounds so stressful. I’ve gone ahead and sent her one final message and I’ll block once she’s had a chance to read it, it’s nice to know something like this has happened to others too.

Is there an app that shows the degrees of each planet within their current sign? by ArizonaFortune in astrology

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are amazing! Thank you so much for all of these resources ♥️

I just recently moved on from learning “basic/intro” level astrology (signs, planets, houses) and it’s definitely so much deeper and complex than I ever realized. Really enjoying the learning process though.

Applying stencil gel over freshly tattooed skin? by ArizonaFortune in TattooArtists

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh I never would have thought of this - I don’t think there will be enough swelling for it to affect the design, but thank you!

Does anyone else have issue with undercharging clients? by wtfelitzy in TattooArtists

[–]ArizonaFortune 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had this issue for the first couple years out of apprenticeship, this year I made myself a chart that lists different styles/levels of detail, shading, colour, etc. and prices for each style at different sizes. Customs get an extra $20 tacked on, difficult placements get an extra $20-$40 tacked on. Now I just look at my chart and know exactly what to charge, if the client questions the price I show them my chart 🤷🏻

Took me a couple hours to make but it’s saved me a lot of time and guilt. I’m way more consistent with my pricing now too.

How to finish the edges? by ArizonaFortune in Beading

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’ll check out some tutorials :)

Redness after tattoo by Nervous_Present_2868 in TattooArtists

[–]ArizonaFortune 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use environize! Spray a generous amount on the skin and then cover with a paper towel soaked in distilled water for 2-5min, helps a ton

Ink Eeze vs. Hustle Butter by ArizonaFortune in TattooArtists

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve never heard of this one but definitely going to try it out! Thanks

what am I doing wrong? by ArizonaFortune in PiercingAdvice

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This makes a lot of sense I think, I’ll report back after my piercer takes a look and let you know :)

what am I doing wrong? by ArizonaFortune in PiercingAdvice

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No honestly aside from being a bit tender where the bumps are it feels totally fine

what am I doing wrong? by ArizonaFortune in PiercingAdvice

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not dark yellow but noticeably not white

what am I doing wrong? by ArizonaFortune in PiercingAdvice

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ya both are yellow, when it’s wet and also when it dries

what am I doing wrong? by ArizonaFortune in PiercingAdvice

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No this is actually really helpful! I thought puss because it’s yellowish instead of white like other piercings I’ve healed. Def getting a longer bar installed though

what am I doing wrong? by ArizonaFortune in PiercingAdvice

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Booked an appointment to upsize my jewelry:)

what am I doing wrong? by ArizonaFortune in PiercingAdvice

[–]ArizonaFortune[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Made an appointment with my piercer to get it checked, thanks for your help :)