I'm Scott, and I write Tattoo Aurea from my desk with a cup of coffee that's always gone cold before I notice. I love tattoos because they're personal in a way photos can't fake. One piece can hold a whole story, and I'm obsessed with how people translate that into lines, shading, and placement that actually works on skin over time. I started saving ideas in notes years ago, then realized I kept repeating the same questions, so I turned my own bookmarks into a place to help other people think clearly before they book.
My story
My first real tattoo idea came from a sketch I couldn't stop thinking about, and I kept circling the same questions about size, placement, and how it would age. I went back and forth for weeks, then sat in the chair and realized how much the artist's process mattered. After that, I started collecting references, asking friends what they wish they'd known, and tracking what I liked after healing.
Tattoo Aurea started as a private list, then became my way of sharing the notes that saved me time, money, and second-guessing. I write alone, so every post is something I'd want to read before I walked into a studio.
What I cover
On Tattoo Aurea, I share tattoo design ideas, placement thoughts, and practical aftercare guidance based on my own sessions and what I've learned from watching how artists work. I also dig into style details like line weight, contrast, and how different inks look once the initial redness fades. I'm careful with recommendations because I'm not trying to sell you anything, and I only write about what I can explain from real experience.
