February 11th, 2oo9
Artist: Grez
Studio: Kings Avenue Tattoo
Tattoo: Pheonix & Lotus Flower Left side back piece
Accomplished: Remainder of purple feathers. Shading on peacock feathers.
Time: 1.5 Hours
Price: $200
I wasn't expecting an appointment, but Alex gave his up because he changed his mind about a drawing. I was more than happy to accept the rest of the appointment. I had to call the bank & wait in a long line for food so I got there later than I would have wished. Alex stayed for a little while while I got the work done, which made me happy. I always feel better getting work done when he is there. Maybe because I associate getting ink done with him? Who knows. I was sorry that he wasn't able to get it done, but thrilled that I was one step closer to getting mine done.
Grez touched up the red breast from last time that had faded out a little bit. Overall, I could have sat there much longer because I really just wanted as much done as possible. There was one spot, on my shoulder blade that I remember getting done from the outline. That part dragged out and was excruciating. I was less than thrilled to get that part worked on. Alex held my hand for that part. I didn't think that he would when I offered mine and he didn't catch on, but in the end he did. That spot is the only spot that has ever made me feel like I was one step away from having to take a break.
Grez had to do a consult in the middle of my appointment because of the way that they appointments had panned out. That was alright. I would have been happier to go straight through, but I didn't mind the break in the middle. Alex and I sat and talked...this might have been out last time to see each other, and we hugged. It was...odd and painful, but I felt better in some ways. I hope Grez didn't realize my eyes were wet. After Grez got back from the consult, Alex left to head back home and then to the city.
Grez and I sat and talked for awhile once he was done with the ink. We ranted a bit about Michelle and how horrible some people are. We talked about Japan and my sister. We talked about the fact that I really need a mini-Grez in my life; someone edgy that likes to cuddle. I'm unhappy alone and Grez made me feel better. Its always really nice talking to him. His wife is a lucky woman, hope I can find my own Grez one day. But for now these sessions are like exhaling and I always leave feeling rejuvenated. I bailed on my swimming class for the next night. That would have been bad news bears.
Grez & I also talked about adding more work to my hip. At first I only wanted once koi fish, but now I've decided that I want two for multiple reasons:
Koi fish represent luck and bravery.
Pisces are two fish.
I may be able to stand alone, but I always want someone else by my side.
The pheonix & lotus (if I've never said this before)
Represent vibrance, life
rebirth, new beginnings
come from something ugly and transforming into beauty
a fresh start
being myself
I think his drawing looks a little like the goldfish from Pinnochio.
