Dan Hunter, Author at AuthorityTattoo

Author:

Dan, a self-confessed ink addict and studier of all forms of tattooing and body piercings for over 10 years, is the chief editor here at AuthorityTattoo. While no longer as active in the tattooing and piercing community, Dan still strives to relentlessly improve his knowledge on the various methods of tattooing and body modification throughout the world, and is here to help educate, teach, and advise readers on all things body art related.

Published on: February 4, 2022 | Updated on: October 15, 2023

What To Wear When Getting a Hip Tattoo

When you decide to get a tattoo, one of the big decisions, along with what design to choose, is where to have the tattoo placed on your body. There are several factors to consider. Do you want people to be able to see the tattoo easily? How painful will it be, and how will it … Read more

What To Wear When Getting a Sternum Tattoo

Tattoo placement is one of the key considerations when getting a tattoo and the sternum is a popular choice. Many celebrities are now donning a sternum tattoo. However, this could also be classed as the under-boob or the chest. You will see more women than men with a sternum tattoo, but there are many men … Read more

What To Wear When Getting a Side Tattoo

There are lots of things to consider before getting a tattoo. These include; what design do you choose and where on your body will you get the tattoo? Where on your body you get a tattoo can be influenced by whether you want it to be covered or not, and also how painful it will … Read more

What To Wear When Getting a Chest Tattoo

There are lots of things to consider when you decide to get a tattoo. You need to think about the design, where you will have it on your body, and the pain. With many tattoos, you need to consider what you will wear when getting the tattoo, and also, how it will affect your future … Read more

Inner Ear Tattoo Pain: How Bad Do They Hurt?

If you’re considering getting a tattoo, you’ll need to understand that all tattoos hurt to some extent. It’s very rare to hear anyone say that they felt no pain at all when getting a tattoo. The tattoo process involves multiple needles being inserted into your skin time and time again. However, some parts of the … Read more

Getting an Inner Ear Tattoo: Pros and Cons

Are you thinking about adorning your ear with ink? The inner ear isn’t the most popular place to get a tattoo, but it can look amazing. If you want a tattoo but can’t bear sitting through hours of pain, a small tat on your ear may be the answer. We discuss the risks of getting … Read more

What To Wear When Getting a Back Tattoo

We all cover our tops at work—unless you’re a lifeguard. If you don’t want your tattoo to be seen, the back is a commonplace to get one. No one will notice if they are readily hidden! Is this, however, the sole reason to get a back tattoo? I don’t believe so! The back has a … Read more

Why Are Tattoos Seen as Unprofessional?

Have you ever wondered why as soon as anyone mentions that they’re thinking of getting a tattoo, they get comments of negativity? People will tell you that you’ll struggle to get a job, or it will affect your future career opportunities. You may think that this is an old-fashioned point of view that doesn’t happen … Read more

Palm Tattoo Pain: How Bad Do They Hurt?

The palm of your hand is said to be four times more sensitive than some other tattoo locations on your body, but how badly do palm tattoos hurt? Let’s look at the considerations before committing to this kind of tattoo. Palm Tattoo Pain Factors Design Choice The first consideration is the type of tattoo that … Read more

Collarbone Tattoo Pain: How Bad Do They Hurt?

A collarbone tattoo is a permanent design on the upper part of your chest. It can be on one side only but usually, it consists of two symmetrical tats running from the top of your shoulder, above the armpit, along the line of your clavicle, down to the center of your upper chest. A collarbone … Read more