Pencil sketch of a Mauri-style shoulder tatou

Hi,

I get a lot of requests for custom tattoo designs, unfortunately it's impossible to do them all, but here's a nice tatoo project I'm working on at the moment.

My customer asked me to do a tattoo sketch for the shoulder and up to the back/neck. He wanted to see some original eagle designs with claws and wings in a tribal style. The big central curve at consists of two tribal claws of the eagle and at the bottom of the tattoo I made some realistic feathers that would flow onto his biceps and upper arm.

Here's the first pencil sketch I did:

The feathers needed some adjustments to run on the biceps correctly. I also made them more abstract to go better with the overall design:

I'm waiting for my customers response, so I can finish the pencil drawing and start on the final high quality piece.

If you're interested in my designs, you can follow me on twitter, facebook or check out my channel at youtube, simply hit the buttons at the upper right of this page.

Any questions? Please send me a message!

Mark

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Create a Maori knife design for CNCone cutting

Hi!

This time a different project, no tattoos, but a design for a knife. It's not a normal knife for cutting your meat, but more a kind of artistic/decorative design. The final piece will be cut by a friend, who is using CNCOne at work. He needs a special kind of file format, a .dxf file.

This means that I need to use Adobe Illustrator to export the linedrawing of the knife, so he can import it into CNCone, a CAD/CAM software program, used to instruct a carving machine to make objects from all kinds of metal, wood and plastics.

For more information on CNCone, you can visit a blog called CNCzone.com

Well, first I started of with a pencil sketch and scanned it. Placed the file in Adobe Illustrator and used the pen tool to trace the image. Here's a picture of the first knife I designed:

Then I used the 3d filter to add some depth:

The file was exported as a .dxf file so my friend could use it CNCone, but there was a problem with the design, especially the inner parts. 

The spindle that carves out the metal is round with a minimim diameter of 4 mm, so it can not carve all the sharp edges of the design. The outer shape was not a problem fortunately.

So I had to adjust the knife design, back to the drawing table....

I made another sketch, and used some other patterns inside the knife/blade. You can see that only half the patterns are drawn, it's simply a matter of mirroring the design and voilá!

Exported the linedrawing and to test the .dxf file I opened it in Rhinoceros 3D. 

To show you the full process from sketch to a ready-to-carve file I recorded a video:

When the final design is carved by a CNC machine, I will post some pictures or a small video.

Any questions? Just let me know.

Kind regards, Mark Storm

Tattoo Pictures Designs

Tattoo Pictures Designs

Capricorn tattoo pictures are the designs which can get on to your bodies forever. You don't
 have to worry about changing it because it is your birth sign and do whatever you can or whatever changes your life, your birth sign ain't going to change. These kind of astrological signs surely can be customized and have fantabulous designs.

When we talk about the Capricorn tattoo pictures, the Capricorn depicts the ancient God with an upper body of a goat and the lower body that of a fish. This is indeed an incredible design and when inked with the intrinsic designs of the tattoo, they make one of the superb tattoo pictures.

The tattoo pictures for the Capricorn sign is for the people who are born between December 22 and January 20. Remember these tattoos are the designs that will be fixed to your body forever. So you would want to check before you get these on your bodies. And also these tattoos come with price and pain. Moreover, these signs don't only depict your sign but also mean much other stuff.

The Capricorn tattoo pictures also mean the combination of two elements that is water and earth. Now, these also portray the characteristics of the Capricorn personalities. They have brawny personalities and are mostly reliable. So this can be your way of screaming it loud by drawing the sign on your arm. There are many ways you can get your Capricorn tattoo pictures customized and designed. You can get either get them online or you have want a unique design, hit a renowned tattoo studio and get the wildest Capricorn design!!

Other way for getting Capricorn tattoo pictures is by mixing the digits 7 and 6. Combining these two digits can definitely make an incredible design, yet have a unique quality about it. Get this design inked in one color or many, it will still have its happening tinge and will make your designs look wow!!! And the interesting with these tattoos, is you can make your own tattoos with your creativity pouring in.

So get that creativity brush in you and start designing the Capricorn tattoos designs!

Bone Collector Tattoo

Bone Collector Tattoo

As an avid and passionate tattoo collector. The one thing that most people ask me is "did that hurt?" Now let me clear something up the tattooing process itself is more like an uncomfortable inconvenience when it's being done but keep in mind the result is an amazing piece of artwork that will stay with you forever. If tattoos hurt so much, why do so many people get them, and more often than not, more than one. It is less traumatic than getting your ears pierced.

OK, so everyone's body will react differently to tattooing as there are many variables to take into consideration, methods of tattooing, different needles, different inks, different skin types and different placements of tattoos and even state of mind can effect the sensitivity of a tattoo. But one mans/woman's pain, is another mans/woman's pleasure.

When getting a tattoo part of what you experience in relation to sensitivity is psychological and part of it is physical. A lot of the sensitivity is more likely to be psychological, if you going in thinking this tattoo is going to hurt well it will. You can literally think pain into existence but if you think it won't hurt then all it will be is a slight inconvenience. So being in a good mood and being able to distract yourself is a good way of dealing with getting a tattoo. Older people tend to deal with tattooing better than younger people as they have more life experiences to draw on.

The other important factor is the placement of the tattoo, tattoos situated close to the bone tend to hurt more. As a tester before getting a tattoo pinch your body find where the most sensitive parts are. It might be a good idea to stay away from those areas that are most sensitive for you.

The bit that may be more uncomfortable than getting tattooed is the healing process - do you remember when you were a kid and you got a grass burn or fell over and grazed your knee well the feeling can be something similar. The tattoo is in essence just a scratch on the surface of the skin.When you scratch yourself sometimes a scab may form. Your tattoo may or may not form a scab but the main thing to know is never pick off a scab you may want to scratch them but don't. If you do get scabs don't worry about it, it does not mean that you have an infection it is just your bodies natural reaction to the tattoo and it is just healing the only way your body knows how.

As a general rule tattoo artists tend to start off slow and will stop often if you ask. The more you move around the harder it is for the tattoo artist. So my main piece of advice - is take a deep breath and slowly exhale and breath slowly and calmly close your eyes and make sure you relax and the tattooing will be no more than a slight irritation.

Spine Tattoos For Women

Spine Tattoos For Women

Art is all around us. It exists in every possible nook and cranny of our daily lives. We see beautiful landscapes and wonderful songs with melodies that can put anyone into a deep trance. We see paintings that wow us every single time. Basically every single piece of creation is considered as art in some way or another. And the same goes for human art... The human body has a long history as being a form of beauty itself, so artists have come up with the idea of why not increase the natural allure of the human body so as people could express themselves more in an artistic manner. As time passed, more and more human body art such as piercing, sculpting, painting have taken place. But probably one of the most exciting and in-demand human art form is through the use of tattoos!

People who are artistically inclined and for those that simply admire the beauty and wonders of art itself and can appreciate how tattoos explore the many different possibilities of self-expression and discovery... For the benefit of everyone, a tattoo is a not so simple "drawing/painting on the skin" activity. It entails a great deal of patience, attention to details, creativity, talent, and of course steady hands especially for those aspiring tattoo artists out there. A tattoo is done by repeatedly pricking the skin with very sharp needles that contain a colorful indelible ink. This indelible ink serves as the prime reason why tattoos are so called "permanent marks". For first time tattoo goers, it may sting a bit. So it is best to really think it through first before finally deciding to get one.

People usually find that spine tattoos are really sexy and flattering to one's body. This has been quite a hit especially among the people that love the outdoors. It gives their body a certain swagger and allure because as they walk, their spine slithers and flexes. What better way to give your back the attention it deserves is through tattooing it? Of course, doing a tattoo on one's spine can be quite tricky and more painful for some. Some prefer to only do part or half of their spine while some, more daring individuals prefer to have the whole length of their spines tattooed and marked. Some usually go for the snake inspired design in order to fully show their long and sexy backs while others like to use vines or weeds to fully express how they feel. It really depends upon the person whether or not to use the entire back for their spine tattoos.

Remember that tattoos involving the back especially the spine are quite tricky to do. Proper care and detail must be considered if one wishes to get such tattoo design. Make sure to choose a reputable tattoo artist with a lot of experience with the tattoo industry. Check the tattoo area for cleanliness and sterility. There are many cases in which a person can get sick or get diseases due to old and dirty work supplies especially if those supplies are used in order to inject your skin with different pigments.

Chinese Cherry Blossom Tattoo

 Chinese Cherry Blossom Tattoo

In these days cherry blossom tattoos designs have increased in popularity among tattoo enthusiasts. This running after separate cherry blossoms tattoos has given rise to a high interest within the meaning and symbolism of cherry flower in both Japanese and Chinese cultures.

Since tattoos are very private things they may say a lot about the person so it is important to obtain the appropriate tattoo for the right motive. As the cherry flowers mean various things in Japanese and Chinese society you should be aware that people in those environments might respond quite differently when they see it.

Cherry Blossoms In Japan

Japanese cherry flowers, known as Sakura are Japan's unofficial national flower. For many centuries the flowering of these blossoms has been celebrated and has been a remarkable part of the Japanese culture.

Cherry flowers represent the transience of lives because of their extremely short period of blooming. Falling flowers are considered to be metaphors for fallen warriors who perished courageously in a battle. This association with death is very symbolic in Japan and has been used in traditional art there for many centuries, together with the latest anime or manga.

Alternatively, it can give you a new vision of the fragility of life and help you make the most of your short time on this earth.

Chinese Cherry Blossom Tattoo

In Chinese culture, cherry flower signifies power, is a symbol of feminine dominance. If you are a powerful woman who values her freedom and liberty or if you have recently come out of a difficult relationship it's a good idea to get a flower tattoo.

Is also good to know that cherry blossom is given as a gift in China as a symbol of love.

Getting a real thought of your Cherry Blossom Tattoo

In cherry blossom tattoo designs there are not many various designs available so the best way out is taking into account the different varieties of cherry flower for tattoo designs.

Somei Yoshino is the most general cherry tree in Japan who has largely white flower, with only the faintest idea of pink petals. This may be one of the best tattoo designs for women. This may be one of the best cherry blossom tattoo designs for women.

Another wonderful variety of cherry flowers is Yaezakura.The difference from somei yoshino consists in it big size. These flowers are rich pink color and the petals are thick.

There are a variety of cherry that we are very familiar: weeping cherry (shidarezakura). If you want to have an extensive cherry flower design I strongly recommend shidarezakura.

Shoulder tattoo design in Maori style

Hi,

Recently I created two new tattoo designs for my webshop. The first tattoo is a Kirituhi Maori style shoulder design. All my tattoos are hand-drawn on A3 paper with a B2 pencil. First I sketch the basic shape of the shoulder and upper arm and then add some koru (fern) curves that flow nicely through the design. Once I'm satisfied with the overall look, I start filling in the patterns between the korus with triangles, lines, spearheads and other repetitive shapes. Below are a few pictures of the tattoo design in progress

For my Youtube channel I created a special video, so you can see the total design from start to finish:

The final high resolution is available on my website, but can also be purchased here on my blog. Once I receive your payment, you will get 2 high quality .jpg files. The first one is the full design including gradients, the second is the linedrawing or stencil for your tattoo artist, so he can easily transfer the outlines of the design to your skin with thermal paper.

Shoulder tattoo 150

Size: 30 x 30 cm (12 x 12 inches)

Price: 41,65 euro (57 USD)

If you have a question regarding this tattoo or other designs, just let me know or visit www.storm3d.com for all high resolution tattoos.

Kind regards, Mark Storm
info@storm3d.com