I'm getting a tattoo soon. Will this change how people see me?

[RP_Blackburn]

I've made changes to my appearance before and they have affected people's first impression of me, but I've never made any permanent alterations. I do know several people who have tattoos and I've never thought anything of it, but I know I'm not always a good gauge for this kind of thing.

Will getting a tattoo change how people see me (before getting to know), or is it not something most people would care about?

[InventorofWarp]

Depends where you put it.
Is it in a visible area?

I have 22 tattoos across my entire body in visible and non-visible areas. I'm a church-going guy waiting for the right girl and I like music and instruments. I also ride a bike (motorcycle) and wear a leather jacket. People see me and instantly assume I've done prison time or I'm some sort of sex worker or easy lay and it honestly makes me feel kinda like shit when I'm at a bar and some girl comes up to me and treats me like a ham.
So, yes, I don't know if just one would do it but, potentially they could see you as an easy lay.

Tattoos typically indicate impulsivity and a bit of a wild streak in someone and hidden wild nature.
While I do have that side to me, mine are all entirely personal to me and I simply love art and see my body as a canvas that tells the story of my life. Someone could literally take a look at my life and trace the story of my life back to the age of 14 on my body just by looking at everything on me.

So, yes, be prepared for it but don't expect it.

[mortonc57]

I think most people will see you based upon the content and visibility of the tattoo.

I remember when I first got mine it became difficult to have a serious conversation when talking with other girls.

I would simply want to say hi, or ask about something they said or were doing, same sort of things I did pre-tattoo.

But afterwards the subject always instantly turned to the Playboy bunnies on my arms, the usual 20 questions which I get tired of answering. Occasionally we'd get past that but then hit a solid road block where I would be told, sometimes nicely, sometimes brutally, that my tattoos were a non-starter... they couldn't take me seriously as a boyfriend.

So yes, it will change how people see you.

[mortonc57]

I just re-read the other answers, and a word tattoo probably would be ok. Just remember if it's visible in the mirror, it will be forever backwards to you. That is the main reason I didn't get PLAYBOY tattooed under my bunnies... I would get tired of looking at that fast !

[Cutie0059]

If it’s on your neck or face, then yes, you’ll get a lot of judgement.
If it’s anywhere else, or at least in common places like arms, legs etc. then people might just be curious about the meaning behind it. 🙃

[SaoirseS]

Tattoos are a big turn-off for me. I don't like them at all. My opinion of people I knew before they got a tattoo changed after they got one, fwiw.

[RP_Blackburn]

Oh, how does your opinion change about them?

[SaoirseS]

It makes me wonder what possessed them to pay someone good money to put graffiti on their body.

[RP_Blackburn]

It's not graffiti if it's legal tho it's just normal art. I'm pretty sure.

[SaoirseS]

Art is in the eyes of the beholder, and I don't see it as art. I see tattoos as advertising someone else's art and the person is the billboard but isn't getting paid to advertise it. People are, of course, free to get tattoos or otherwise "express" what they want. I'm also free to dislike them. I've never liked tattoos or body piercings other than for earrings on anyone.

[RP_Blackburn]

Oh I'd never get a piercing not even to get my ears reopened. I do NOT understand the appeal of sticking metal in your skin. They look great on some people but egh I just don't like the piercing part.

But people pay for others art and display it in their home and stuff all the time! What are you supposed to do with art besides sell it, and once bought what besides show it? You're free to dislike it, but I don't see how that aspect of a tattoo is so strange.

[SaoirseS]

They're permanent reminders of temporary insanity as far as I'm concerned. I just don't like them at all. But as you can tell from the responses, it will no doubt change how some people see you. For all we know, it might be more positively. There are people who really admire tattoos, I'm just not one of them.

[RP_Blackburn]

Hmm well thank you for explaining. Yes it seems I should be prepared for a likely change.

[SaoirseS]

I guess you could put it this way, people are going to see you differently - either negatively or positively - or they aren't going to care at all. That about covers :-)

[ohshee]

It will if you don't have a good I need a very good tattoo artist you can vision The Way You Walk The Way You Move because everything has to flow with the tattoo if it's just sit there like a big block then it's no good it's no fun and you're just a regular person who got a tattoo from the 5th Grader

[RP_Blackburn]

Well yeah I'm not gonna cheap out on something permanently in my body. It's fairly small though so I'm not sure how much of a difference it flowing would really make.

[ohshee]

So can I ask you what it's going to be what is it going to be at

[ohshee]

And what does RP stand for LOL

[RP_Blackburn]

Im not sure what exactly but I think it's gonna be a word or two, on my forearm. My sister and I are getting it together so it'll be something to do with sisterness.

And in my username RP is kinda just 2 letters to look like initials because "Blackburn" was taken lol. They're also the abbreviation for role play though which is why I picked those two specifically.

[ohshee]

Yes that's why I was asking I like Role play. And if you're going to get it done with your sisters and it must mean something which is very cool you must be a greater reason

[RP_Blackburn]

Yes me too its pretty fun.

[LaFerrari]

Well if you get a Mike Tyson tattoo... people will definitely look at you differently, but if its something you can hide or that's not really over the top, I think you'd be fine!

[RP_Blackburn]

Ok cool! Why would I hide it though that kinda defeats the purpose

[mortonc57]

Exactly ! I got mine so I could see it all the time, and so could everybody else.

[DizzyDesii]

Depends on what you get, how big it is, and where you place it

[RP_Blackburn]

It's just gonna be a word or two probably, pretty small and on my arm.

[DizzyDesii]

Yea then thats fine

[JamesCarrington]

I do not like tattoos on anyone. I am sure there are other guys that feel the same way. It is your choice, but I would not date a girl with a tattoo.

[RP_Blackburn]

I'm not worried about getting a date, just wondering how it may change people's first impression. Why don't you like them?

[JamesCarrington]

They spoil an unblemished skin. I go to an art gallery to see art. They are not what I want to see on any person, male or female. Just my preference.

[JamesCarrington]

As for impressions, it would just put me off talking to you. Sorry, but again, just the way I feel.

[RP_Blackburn]

My skin is not unblemished. Maybe I could get the tattoo over a scar and then it would be an art blemish covering some random pointless one. I understand where you're coming from though, I agree there's a lot of natural beauty, and it is a shame to cover it up with cool man-made stuff when there's plenty of room for both in their own place.

[JamesCarrington]

Scars don't matter. A person that loves life to the full is lucky not to pick up at least one. They are part of that person. They tell a sort of story. Tatts are just not necessary.

[RP_Blackburn]

Yeah some do, others just mean I'm clumsy or the cat got spooked. Those I don't think are too important to cover up with something that instead represents a chosen and important part of my life.

[JamesCarrington]

My family's cat never gets spooked. He is a real decaffeinated cat!

I just know that I am sure you would be more attractive without a tatt.

[RP_Blackburn]

Nice I wish our cats were that way. He got scared by a broom NOT moving once lol.

I've never attracted anyone before so I don't think this will make any noticeable difference in that regard, but it will be too bad if it means some potentially nice people would avoid me.

[JamesCarrington]

Wow! That's serious spooked! Put a pic of Charley Farley on my profile. Only half decaff! Got a much better one somewhere.

[JamesCarrington]

You sound a nice lady. Anyone with a cat is tops in my book!

[RP_Blackburn]

Thanks! That's a handsome cat he looks comfy

[JamesCarrington]

Lol! Yes, he likes sleeping on my bed. He was abandonded by his previous owners, who moved away. We couldn't see him without a home, so we took him in. Bit of a nightmare as our apartment is on the top floor. Luckily, all the other residents love him, too, so they bring him up and ring our doorbell.

[RP_Blackburn]

Awe that's awesome! Glad he's got a good home. Mine has taken to sleeping on the recliner in my bedroom instead.

[JamesCarrington]

They do like to be off the floor! Especially on laptop keyboards. Just when you are trying to work.

[Anonymous]

Yes girls with tattoo are damaged goods black nail polish means a lot too. Runway

[RP_Blackburn]

How are they damaged goods? Nobody's buying my arm lol

[Opinion Owner]

I think You're already damaged by someone And you're into night life and parties and want to have plenty of sex as you're at your Early 20s that what tattooed girls do mostly. I don't believe there's a virgin girl with tattoos

[RP_Blackburn]

Wow ok Sherlock, wrong on all counts. But I would not mind people like you avoiding me, so yeah I'm fine with those assumptions.

[Opinion Owner]

It's hard to say yes I have bees in abusive relationship or someone did this or that to me. But that what tattoo stand for for us men who know the reality. You can either ride the carousel with Chad or end up facing the wall , better than that forget about tattoo focus on yourself and be good girl you will attract high quality guy. Good luck

[RP_Blackburn]

Dude I don't even want a guy. Especially not one who thinks like that! If that's what some men think the tattoo stands for then that's fine by me, i won't have to deal with them.

[Opinion Owner]

I have to warn you the wall is undefeated. Good luck

[RP_Blackburn]

What on earth is "the wall"?

[Opinion Owner]

When girls parties a lot and have ton of sex at early 20s later when she hit 30 she might be single mom if not then she will lose that value she had at 20s then she will face the wall. Use your early 20s wisely.

[user1245322]

thats not true my sister is, she doesn't wear black nail polish but is a virgin with a visible good size arm memorial tattoo. after the military i went back to tattooing and did her work after we lost our parents we both have memorial tattoos, never assume. tattoos have nothing to do with faith, purity etc and so on though there are some very horrible tattoos out there some art artwork

[RP_Blackburn]

So "the wall" is just being 30 years old? I know how time works buddy. We're all gonna hit that wall (hopefully).

And @user1245322 absolutely true, but I don't think this guy would believe you even if there was a way to verifiably prove it. He talks as if he knows all women better than they know themselves. 🙄

[user1245322]

she is my sister and tells me everything, i raised her from a early age, you have no idea. and it is not LOSE but LOSS oh please what branch of the military did you serve in? as i did for a decade and was overseas

[user1245322]

yet you hide my comment, you make a lot of sense when someone literally tells you or gives you an example, smh, go to the military they will help you grow up, you are no man

[readyplayer001]

so you are not only an anon user but moonlight as a gynecologist? wow whatta career!

[Opinion Owner]

@readyplayer001 I bet you're regret because you lost your virginity to the wrong guy

[readyplayer001]

@user1245322 why bother, there is not debating someone that is a half wit unable to separate tattoos from sexual history. at his age should be embarrassed and thank you for your service, also from military fam! tattoos do not mean someone is automatically damaged, and im guessing all those sports guys you watch are damaged whores to? football players, basketball, wrestlers?

[Opinion Owner]

@readyplayer001 good luck

[Anonymous]

I take it that the tattoo will be visible. Some men might be more attracted to you.

[RP_Blackburn]

If it wouldn't be visible what would be the point? Lol
I find it hard to believe having just any tattoo would make you look more attractive.

[DWornock]

Without out it, I may have thought you are slutty, the tattoo removes all doubt.

[Sketti2021]

I have 2 tattoos and could care less what people think

[Anonymous]

i hate them, they look awful

[RP_Blackburn]

I'm sorry, school must have been hard for you having to look at all that ink printed in those awful shapes all the time.

[Opinion Owner]

im guessing your from a ghetto

[RP_Blackburn]

No lol I'm from the sticks.
I'm getting a word tattoo. Do you really think words look awful?

[Opinion Owner]

yes.

[FunkyMonkee]

Yeah, probably.

[Joker_]

Yeah

[In_Trance]

yes, it could

[Nachowedgie]

Indeed