chris_in_georgia:
I have gotten 8 since testing poz. I discussed my status with the artist before hand, mostly for my own piece of mind. To him it was no biggy, but seemed to really appreciate the honestly. I do the same thing with a new denstist, oral hygenist, piercer, nurse, doc and what not. It makes ME feel more comfortable to do it. As of yet, I have never had anyone run out of the room screaming in terror.....but the day is still early. :o
Go get a kick-ass tattoo if you want one, and disclose your status if it will make you feel better. Please post a pic here when you get it.
Good luck, Chris
otherplaces:
Thank you all for your suggestions. They do seem cautious enough that one wouldn't necessarily have to disclose, but I think I'd need to be upfront about that for myself. I imagine there has to be a tattoo shop in 'boys town' (the gay area in Chicago) that wouldn't care.
Next time I run into money I'll have to inquire...could be awhile.
brian
DingoBoi:
I wouldn't feel any need to disclose to a tattooist and probably wouldn't since they are to follow standard precautions with all customers.
And I am interested in a getting inked again..... just not sure what or where :(
terpie82:
Thanks Brian for posting this topic. I for one have always wanted to get a tattoo but was afraid with my status that I would be turned away. I'm sure there are places that still discriminates against positive folks though. If anyone was curious, I want to get a pair of large angel wings (hopefully, it will guarantee my entrance into heaven) and a growing vine on my arm with each leaf listing a hobby or the name of something/someone inspirational in my life :)
david25luvit:
Before David died, he and I discussed getting ME a tattoo. He had three and I wanted at least one. Something like the Greek figure he had on his pelvis ( A winged Picarus) but Brian I wouldn't feel the need to disclose to a Tattoo artist.... I would ask about his precautions.
Dingo...you need a dingo on your cute little bum. Something to smack while bumping your bottom :P