Ink: The Not-Just-Skin-Deep Guide to Getting a Tattoo

by Terisa Green

For anyone who's considered joining the tribe of the tattooed.

This fun, fact-filled, fascinating guide includes information on choosing the perfect tattoo, finding a tattoo artist, staying health-conscious, long-term effects, and much more.

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference, Art

212 pages, Paperback

First published June 7, 2005

Reviews

[Leigh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Awesome book for the curious. Fun to read, cool pictures (if sadly printed in only black and white), and extremely informative (read: comforting). Aimed mostly for those new to ink, but spans such a detailed gamut that I would suggest it to even old hands.

Originally planned to simply borrow this book, but now I'm set on purchasing it.

[Tasha · Rating 3 out of 5]

Everything you ever wanted to know about tattoos. Very informative.

[Becky Everhart · Rating 4 out of 5]

I purchased this book to educate myself about the wide, wild world of tattoos, since the people rating books on amazon.com seemed to agree that this was one of the best on the subject. I love the cover, which makes it even more annoying that the pictures inside are not in color. Still, the book is so informative (seeing as the author has a Ph. D., it seems logical this may have been written as a final project) and written with a nice, easy style, that I enjoy it dearly. Now to stop skipping around and do a nice cover-to-cover.

[JHM · Rating 5 out of 5]

I got my first tattoo last week, and this book really helped me prepare for the experience. Terisa Green is like an experienced friend who walks you through the whole process: making sure a tattoo is the right choice for you, what design to get, how to select a tattoo artist, what getting a tattoo is like, and what to expect afterward. In sidebars and call outs she shares information about the history of tattoos, the significance of tattoos in different cultures, and notable people in the world of tattoos.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who is thinking about getting a tattoo.

[Yanice · Rating 4 out of 5]

I would say that this is one of the best (if not THE best) book to help you prepare for a tattoo. It includes chapters on the before, during and after of the tattoo experience. The only downfall for me was, that the pictures weren't in colour (which I think would make sense for a tattoo book) and that it was repetitive in certain chapter. But all in all a must have for all the tattoo-newbies!

[Caryn · Rating 3 out of 5]

I think I actually picked this one up years ago, but only browsed through it looking for photos.
You won't find too many in this book, but what you will find is a wealth of information guiding you through every step of the tattoo process. From picking your design to after-care, this book has you covered.
A must for anyone considering a tattoo.

[Brett]

Nonfiction

[Dani · Rating 3 out of 5]

So far, the book is pretty informative and not in a lecture-y type way. I think the book will turn out pretty well. I might update the stars if I see fit.

[Aljan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Filled with basic and practical information that everyone should have BEFORE getting a tattoo. An interesting read.

[Cecile Ganel]

I did a quick flip through of this book and now I want to read it cover to cover. I think that it is a good primer for anyone that wants to get a tattoo

[Elaine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Received as gift and so glad I did. This book tells you most things you need to know about tattoos before you get one (or more). Highly recommended. Written in easily read style.

[Dustin the wind Crazy little brown owl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informative and easy to read. I liked this much better than the author's other book on tattoo symbols.

Favorite Quote:

"Don't even think about bringing your teddy bear."

[Kathleen O'Neal · Rating 3 out of 5]

A worthwhile how to guide for anyone interested in getting a tattoo at some point. I plan to return to this book if I ever decide to get a tattoo for certain.

[jacqueline · Rating 3 out of 5]

very informative.

[Zach Ellerbrook · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very concise guide on what goes into getting your first tattoo.

[Ken French · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very helpful.