/r/DrawMyTattoo

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Welcome to r/DrawMyTattoo!

This is a community for tattoo design enthusiasts to share their tattoos, inspiration, designs, and requests so that they can plan their next tattoo. This is NOT a subreddit for finalised tattoo designs, it is only to get ideas and rough drawings to help envision what you might want.

A licensed tattoo artist is the only person who should be designing your tattoo. r/DrawMyTattoo is only here to help you make plans, not finish them. No requesting to be paid.

This subreddit is for entertainment purposes only.

Tattoo artists have the knowledge and experience to create appropriate designs. A layperson on the internet, even if they are a good artist, will not. Many elements are necessary for a good tattoo design that a layperson will be familiar with.

  1. Any talking of pricing, charging or payment in any form including unwanted DM's to users will result in a ban. This is for fun only!!

  2. Trolling, Advertising, Promotion, contests etc. WILL get you banned.

For requests: Please try to keep them simple, it will greatly increase your chances of getting a response. Be aware that designs created here should be a starting point only, and your tattoo artist will need to make changes or even start from scratch to ensure that you will be getting a good tattoo that will last for decades.

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Can't seem to find a specific design.

Not sure if this is the correct thread for this.

At some point I saw a doodle which depicted a person that stretches back on a chair and overextend their hand to pet a dog. Not sure if anyone here stumbled upon it or is willing to draw it. Thought it was pretty funny and relatable, perfect for a tattoo.

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2024/04/26
18:03 UTC

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Cowboy hummingbirds!

So my best friend and I would like to get close to matching tattoos, hummingbirds but they’re cowboys I was thinking one a sheriff and the other a deputy or something of the sort I just can’t draw it I would love to see what y’all come up with!!!

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2024/04/26
11:13 UTC

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looking for ink to commemorate my son’s birthday

Looking for general sketch to put on my left bicep area under a black and gray eagle I have on my shoulder. Only elements I really want/need are XI•XI•MMXXIII (birthdate) on “front” of bicep above crook of elbow, BUBS in American Traditional script (nickname, open to changing font/script) on the back of arm, and possibly a pocketwatch with his birth time of 4:43pm in the middle or outside of bicep.

Not sure how matching the black and grey tat will work, but if it has to lean towards any style, I love American traditional; however I’m not sure how bold colors will match with existing ink.

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2024/04/25
19:28 UTC

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Mod Applications Open!

Are you interested in being a moderator with us at r/DrawMyTattoo? We would love to have you on board!

There are a lot of roles open, all we ask is for you to fill in this form so that we can get some more information before you join :)

You don't need prior experience, but it would be great if you do! We are primarily interested in someone who can help with the aesthetics of the subreddit (banner, icon, etc.), and more people on board to manage Mod Mail, the Mod Queue, and keep an eye on scammers/ repeat scam attempts. You don't need to commit any specific amount of time, just as much as you're willing to.

Thank you for your interest!

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2024/04/25
19:09 UTC

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Outsiders themed tattoo

Has anyone seen the outsiders movie it’s me and my brothers favorite movie, we’ve been trying to come up with a tattoo idea but can’t find much. Maybe something with the switchblade and the socs car

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2024/04/25
03:34 UTC

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My canine best friend has passed, I'd like a tattoo to remember him.

I have photos, I'd like an outline tattoo with a few furry bits shall we say.

Do I need to post photos now, rather not unless someone is interested in helping me, for a fee obvs.

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2024/04/25
16:20 UTC

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I Lost a Bet and am Looking for Design

So, I recently lost a bet to a friend that whoever one got to choose a tattoo for the other. The specifications I was given are the words “no regerts” with that spelling on my chest. I’d appreciate any help making this into a nice memento instead of a bad joke.

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2024/04/25
15:06 UTC

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I want Dale Gribble sobbing in his bathtub

This image of Dale Gribble sobbing in his bath tub but without the bathroom. Just Dale, his cigarettes and hat floating in a pool of nothing. Also no water on his back/head since you cant tell hes in a shower on a tattoo. Thank you!

https://preview.redd.it/sdrepeqjmkwc1.png?width=1271&format=png&auto=webp&s=bdcaeadc4c0be524a29edb546d4320d40c321707

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2024/04/25
06:36 UTC

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Philadelphia skyline

So when I was younger I had a brain tumor and I was operated on at the childrens hospital of Philadelphia. So I wanted to get some sort of tattoo with the Philadelphia skyline with references to memories I had while I was there. I just don’t know how to put it together. Some of the things I want to include are a grey ribbon for brain tumor awareness. The Ronald McDonald house where I stayed( maybe the logo) the logo of the hospital as well. And maybe more

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2024/04/25
01:55 UTC

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Tattoo design help/inspiration

Looking for a tattoo design, or place to get it designed, or really anything that can help me to design it myself.

The idea is for a skeleton/undead guy in a battle damaged medievil armor( full on arrows sticking out, arm off etc... still holding his shield). All while still holding a slight grin. Implying even in this state, there is still some hope/joy in him. Any advice on how or where to pursue this piece?

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2024/04/25
00:59 UTC

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Mom has memory loss tattoo idea

It's this thing my Mom has always said to me and I just don't know how to put it in tattoo form. "I love you a million libraries high.” I don’t want the actual text written but rather some sort of image. I’m not a huge book reader either..

Idk where it came from but we've always said it to eachother since I was a kid. Most things she now forgets with her memory loss, but the fact that she still says it to me gets me in the FEELS.

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2024/04/24
22:18 UTC

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Unrequited love design

Hi everyone!

I’ve been scouring the internet trying to find some designs for an unrequited love tattoo but there aren’t any at all! Crazy right?

I’d love to see what you guys come up with and would love to get one of your designs tattooed on.

Any style and go as crazy or mellow as you’d like! Any kind of portrayal of an unrequited love!

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2024/04/24
18:53 UTC

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Request: Socrates Tattoo

Hi! Im looking for a realism Socrates tattoo idea, Im plannkng to add the greek proverb "Γνῶθι σεαυτόν" know theyself. Maybe it would look nice if we include a temple. Thanks for the help

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2024/04/24
04:37 UTC

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My son died and I want a tattoo

Hello everybody. Long story short, my son died after birth. He was a part of a twin, my other son is going strong and is doing great. I want a tattoo that represents them but also making it clear that my one boy isn't here anymore. I thought about two identical angels but one of them has an halo. Or like two animals but one of them is sleeping.

Any thoughts?

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2024/04/23
21:20 UTC

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Lady Jessica Dune pt. 2

Hey everyone! I am a full on Dune-Head, and of course, I loved the new movie. I was wondering if anyone would be able to draw a tattoo from the still I provided. This is my absolute favorite image in the whole movie, and it just so happens to be of my favorite character. Any ideas would be appreciated as I have not landed on a final idea.

She's so beautiful. (Even if she's muttering to her unborn baby.)

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2024/04/23
21:06 UTC

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Stormlight Archive design

Hi, I'm getting my first tattoo and I made a design based from a couple concepts from a book series called The Stormlight Archive by Brandon Sanderson. They have a special script in the book (see picture attached), and I made a design combining that with a spear. I quite like it, but I'm not a very good artist, and I'd like some recommendations, tweaks that would look good for the tattoo, etc. I particularly don't like the bottom of the spear, but not sure how to make it better... Also Instead of the little details on the tip and the bottom end I'd like some shadowing. What do you think?

I'm open to completely new ideas but based around this concept.

Consider I'll have it done on my inner upper arm, on the left (about 13cm long).

Thank you in advance :)

https://preview.redd.it/kvixio0ax8wc1.jpg?width=272&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1c7b0e13daab67bfc0bdeeb5c131979a242fe0d0

https://preview.redd.it/isplz4iax8wc1.jpg?width=527&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a840553733dd90d6341e75901bc688deeabc63d9

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2024/04/23
14:15 UTC

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Looking for a creative design for a "Serendipitous Kismet" couples tattoo?

I'm proposing to my girl in a month while on a romantic getaway. We've coined the term "Serendipitous Kismet" explaining our relationship, love, and how we met thus far. I even plan to reference it in my proposal.

It's also our first name initials, "S&K".

It'll be her umpteenth tattoo, she has many. It'll be my first 😬

Thought it would be cute and romantic to get one together after I propose during the weekend.

Looking for something easy. I'm dark brown skinned, she's very light skinned pale. Was thinking dark red or brown ink, maybe even white if possible, I dunno. Maybe same design but different colours on us both. Nothing too intricate or complicated that most shops could just copy from a picture. About the size of a business card or 2"x2". And we're not the richest people right now, so affordable would be ideal.

Script likely but open to any kind of font\lettering, I would like the accentuating of the "S" and "K" together without being tacky like "S+K" you'd carve in your high school desk 🤣 Maybe intertwined? Maaaaaybe a heart or subtle heart like design? 🤷🏾‍♂️

I'm usually pretty creative with stuff, I do graphic design and other computer based art. But I know tattoo art is a different beast when considering ink, location, detail, complexity, etc.

Looking for ideas? Even simple sketches or describe it to me...

Thanks everyone! Hope you can help!

EDIT - WILL NOT ACCEPT DMs AS THAT'S THE RULES FOR THESE GROUPS TO PREVENT SCAMMERS. IF YOU CAN HELP OR WANT TO OFFER HELP OR IDEAS, PLEASE DO SO HERE IN THE THREAD. 😀

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2024/04/23
04:40 UTC

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Looking for a creative design for a "Serendipitous Kismet" couples tattoo?

I'm proposing to my girl in a month while on a romantic getaway. We've coined the term "Serendipitous Kismet" explaining our relationship, love, and how we met thus far. I even plan to reference it in my proposal.

It's also our first name initials, "S&K".

It'll be her umpteenth tattoo, she has many. It'll be my first 😬

Thought it would be cute and romantic to get one together after I propose during the weekend.

Looking for something easy. I'm dark brown skinned, she's very light skinned pale. Was thinking dark red or brown ink, maybe even white if possible, I dunno. Maybe same design but different colours on us both. Nothing too intricate or complicated that most shops could just copy from a picture. About the size of a business card or 2"x2". And we're not the richest people right now, so affordable would be ideal.

Script likely but open to any kind of font\lettering, I would like the accentuating of the "S" and "K" together without being tacky like "S+K" you'd carve in your high school desk 🤣 Maybe intertwined? Maaaaaybe a heart or subtle heart like design? 🤷🏾‍♂️

I'm usually pretty creative with stuff, I do graphic design and other computer based art. But I know tattoo art is a different beast when considering ink, location, detail, complexity, etc.

Looking for ideas? Even simple sketches or describe it to me...

Thanks everyone! Hope you can help!

0 Comments
2024/04/23
04:40 UTC

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