Persian Soldier Tattoo
Black and Grey Tattoo
Directly inspired by the Persian Immortals, the 10,000- strong elite warrior guard of the Achaemenid Empire. Their number never dipped below 10,000. If any of them were killed they were immediately replaced by a trained prepared soldier from the reserve unit.
I always enjoy tattooing Gary, he’s half Iranian, that’s where the idea of a Persian soldier comes from. He initially came in for a consultation explaining everything how he wanted, our consultation is always enjoyable, we talk not only about tattoos, but we also have the same interests in Sports, he’s a big Bury FC fan, so we always end up talking about football.
The space Gary showed me on his arm was a Rectangle, so I had the idea of finding a Persian soldier stood up holding a spear. As soon as he saw the image he was so happy, and willing to go ahead with it.
Gary has all his tattoos in black and grey, black and grey is a style love doing, and I try to add realism to the black and grey tattoo I’m working on. Gary has multiple tattoos on his arm, but now he’s looking to join them all in, I’m glad he can see that, he’s willing to work on it, and I’m more than happy to help, as I do like working with Gary. He has overall a very positive attitude, and that really makes a difference, and it adds positivity to the Tattoo session.
Researching for the Tattoo Artist you want to collect their style on your body for life, it really adds positive energy when you are sure about who you want to get tattooed by, and it gives confidence to the tattoo artist. Not being sure if a Tattoo Artist can do a good tattoo or not, only adds confusion, therefore, your tattoo will be affected. So a lot of faith in your Tattoo Artist’s work, it really helps.
This black and grey tattoo took 2 sessions, of 3 hour each. Gary prefers to do 3 hour sessions, he’s not the guy to do full days, and I’m totally cool with that, our sessions are enough but it doesn’t drag along all day. I think the best way is to work around your clients situation, and work around their needs.
Thank you Gary
