Can you share some tattoo artist horror stories?
A tattoo artist once had a client who didn't disclose a skin condition. When the tattoo was being done, the skin reacted badly, became inflamed and started oozing. The artist was really worried about the client's health and also faced potential legal issues as the client was angry about the situation.
One horror story is about a client who asked for a simple flower tattoo. The tattoo artist started, but halfway through, the tattoo gun malfunctioned and left a big, jagged mark on the client's skin that wasn't part of the design. It was a nightmare to fix.
Can you share some funny tattoo artist stories?
Sure. There was this one tattoo artist who had a client who wanted a tiny butterfly tattoo on their ankle. But when the artist started, the client was so nervous that they kept flinching. Every time they flinched, the tattoo line went a bit wonky. In the end, the butterfly looked more like a drunken moth. The artist and the client just laughed it off.
What are some common tattoo artist horror stories?
Some tattoo artists have horror stories about clients who haggle over the price right in the middle of the tattoo session. It's really unprofessional and can be very distracting. One artist said a client started arguing about the price when he was halfway through a large back piece tattoo. It made the whole process very unpleasant.
What are some tattoo artist client horror stories?
A client once showed up drunk to their tattoo appointment. They were very unruly and kept moving around while the artist was trying to work. This not only made it dangerous for the client as the tattoo needle could cause more harm, but also made it impossible for the artist to create a clean and accurate tattoo. In the end, the artist had to stop the session and reschedule, which was a waste of time for both parties.
Can you share some tattoo horror stories?
A woman got a tattoo of a butterfly on her ankle. However, the tattoo got infected. It was extremely painful and she had to take strong antibiotics. The infection was so bad that she couldn't walk properly for weeks. And the tattoo ended up looking really distorted after it healed.
Can you share a particularly bad tattoo artist client horror story?
Sure. A client had a very specific design in mind. They showed the tattoo artist a picture of what they wanted. But the artist completely misinterpreted it. Instead of a beautiful, detailed flower, the artist ended up creating something that looked like a child's scribble. The client was horrified and there was a huge argument about what could be done to fix it. Eventually, the artist had to offer a discount on a cover - up tattoo, but the client was still very unhappy with the whole experience.
Can you share some artist horror stories?
There was an artist who was commissioned to create a mural in an old, abandoned building. As he worked, he began to feel a presence. Tools would go missing and then reappear in strange places. He saw shadowy figures in the corners of his vision. When he finally completed the mural, it had a life - like quality that was disturbing. People who saw it said they could feel the despair and horror that the artist must have felt while painting it.
Tattoo Artist: What are the Worst Horror Stories?
There was a case where a client didn't follow the after - care instructions properly. They went swimming right after getting a new tattoo. As a result, the tattoo got infected, and the client blamed the artist for it. But in reality, it was the client's own negligence. This kind of situation can be really frustrating for tattoo artists as their reputation is at stake.
Can you share some tattoo artists horror stories?
Sure. One horror story is about a client who asked for a simple flower tattoo. The artist was distracted for a moment and misaligned the design. When the client saw it, they were furious and demanded a refund, but the artist refused as it was a 'completed' piece. It led to a huge argument.
Can you share some tattoo apprenticeship horror stories?
One horror story is about an apprentice who was made to clean non - stop. The mentor just had the apprentice do all the menial tasks like scrubbing floors and cleaning equipment for months without any real tattooing training. It was a total waste of time for the apprentice who thought they'd be learning the art.
Can you share some makeup artist horror stories?
Sure. One horror story is when a makeup artist was working on a set for a horror movie. The actor was supposed to look really gory, but halfway through the makeup application, the actor had an allergic reaction to one of the products. His face swelled up and they had to rush him to the hospital. It was a nightmare for the makeup artist as it delayed the filming and there were concerns about the actor's well - being.