Is it a bad idea to get a tattoo on your forearm?

Sleeve tattoos are popular because there is a large segment of skin to have a canvas for art on. You can basically draw a world map on them, going across and around the entire forearm. Couples also have great ideas for sharing matching tattoos on their forearms.

What jobs can you not get with a forearm tattoo?

Here’s a short list of some of the most common employers that either don’t allow tattoos or ask you to cover them up at work:

• Healthcare Professionals.
• Police Officers and Law Enforcement.
• Law Firms.
• Administrative Assistants and Receptionists.
• Financial Institutions and Banks.
• Teachers.
• Hotels / Resorts.
• Government.

What does a tattoo on the forearm mean?

What does a forearm tattoo mean? Tattoo placement on your forearm can mean a few things. First, because it’s so visible, it can represent confidence and honesty – wearing your heart on your sleeve and not hiding anything. The fact that it’s so prominent lets you show it off and take pride in your art.

Should I get a tattoo on my left or right forearm?

Any arm, right or left, would be good for a tattoo. The choice boils down to your personal preferences. Just make sure your skin is free of moles.

Which way should forearm tattoos face?

Tattoo right way up. This usually applies to first time tattoo clients wanting a design on the inner forearm: they’d like the image facing the correct way when THEY look at it. However, if someone else looks when the arm is hanging, it’s upside down.

What do hanma tattoos say?

Besides his tall stature and unique hairstyle, Hanma Shuji has 2 tattoos on the backs of his hands which make him more intimidating. The 2 Japanese kanji tattoos read “Tsumi” which means “sin” and “Batsu” which means “punishment”.

How common are forearm tattoos?

While not the number one (or two) most popular tattoo location, forearm tattoos are still relatively common, and there are a few reasons why. Besides being relatively low on the pain scale, forearm tattoos are also a great way to show off your passions while being able to cover them up for the workday.

What direction should forearm tattoos face?

Which arm should I get a sleeve tattoo on?

Full Sleeve The design is typically incorporated around the whole arm, although some people may prefer to tattoo only the outer and more visible part of the arm to mitigate pain (the inner arm is more sensitive) and to keep costs down (more on budget below).