What I find interesting is that someone who deals with putting images on another person's skin would be so willing to give an honest person some bad advise that could land them in a heap of trouble.

I've had my dealing with tattoo artists, many have seen my work on my galleries and have asked if they could use the images in their own shops, even going as far as to show me the finished product.  And I have to admit that I am honored by this, as an artist I love to know that people enjoy what I do.

But I have seen other times when tattoo artists use my sketch work in their resume portfolios, without my permission and it does bother me.  Luckily I am not about going after them with brimstone and fire, if they cannot draw then their lies will get them in the end.  Still not all artists are so easily deterred from legal action, so it is best to be careful and if you see an image that intrigues you contact the artist and give them your idea.  Who knows, they might be excited to hear what you will use their work for.

:)