What about tattoos is "unprofessional"

[Vuitton Vampire]

Everytime I ask this question to some IRL they just say "oh well I PERSONALLY dont like tattoos", or they avoid the actual question. Im sorry but just because YOU dont like what other people do with their bodies doesnt make it "unprofessional". I could say "velcro shoes arent professional" and literally no one would care about my opinion... but tattoos OH GOD SUSAN HIDE THE KIDS!!!!!!!!!!!

I would like to keep this thread clean, I dont want a huge argument but what about tattoos is "unprofessional" other than inappropriate tats like getting a tat of a middle finger etc etc.

[Zekiran]

<-- Managed a store for 13 years. All of my tattoos were done in that time. I have both upper arms sleeved, across my collarbone, shoulders, and high back.

Now to be fair: I managed a comic and game store. However, some of my customers *also* had some kind of ink, often comic-inspired. Heck, one time when I was getting some work done on my shoulderblade, a guy was getting a Wolverine in the exact same place in the booth next to me. (and whimpered like a total baby, the whole time lol)

Most folks with good tattoos will have done research, found an inker they really like (mine drew her flash and color work in a style that was almost exactly like my own, I knew that would be the best choice for my skin), and have invested in themselves.

Sure, some people will get drunk and stagger into a shop to get some stupid piece put on them they won't even remember - that's why I always suggest asking around before choosing an inker: if they have a sign saying "we don't serve drunk people" that's a good place.

I really think that the idea that EVERYONE with a tattoo is some kind of intimidating thug, is going away quite rapidly. However, there are always people who vehemently think they're terrible, no matter how pretty the art itself is. I have encountered them, random people giving me the side-eye in a grocery store or whatever; but by the same token I've also had 70 year old ladies come up with their eyes like saucers asking if they can touch it, because they have never seen one up close. Since I'm female (less threatening than a similarly inked man) and friendly (I smile a lot), of course I let them, because it's a learning experience for them.

At this point I honestly don't know that too many people in positions of power give half a rat's butt whether people have tattoos. Heck try to get a job at a trendy store these days *without* one?

[Radene]

When you're at work, you're usually there to be part of a system, so conformity and reliability are top priority. That's why there are dress codes, that's why there are often rules against visible tattoos and piercings. Because when you're at work, you're not being paid for expressing your individuality. You're a cog in a machine.

Of course some places are more lax with their rules and depends a lot on the kind of business you're in, but ultimately a rule of thumb is, if you're in a position where many people from all walks of life can see you (because you're either working face to face with clients, or a news anchor or something), you will be expected to look "plain", "inoffensive", "generic". If your clientele is niche, it's easier to get away with it.

[WERElektro]

It depends on the country you live in (or more likely on the culture) and on the tattoo itsself.
In Japan for example you aren't allowed to visit certain institutions / stores if you have a tattoo. That's because in Japan tattoos are still associated with the Yakuza, the japanese mafia.
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But that's old news and I don't really know if maybe the views on tattoos have easened up a bit.

Where I live - and afaik also in Germany, you aren't allowed to join the police if you've got any visible Tattoos - visible, that means for example, your lower arms- and it doesn't matter what the tattoo displays. Personally I think positive / neutral about this. The cops are not individuals while doing their job - they are enforcers of the law, and in my opinion anything that stands out would make their job harder- or cause problems. Btw - piercings aren't allowed either.

I got mixed views on tattoos. I actually manually tattooed a line on my left lower arm when I was 15- With a needle, a piece of string and some ink. That was quite some years ago after we watched the movie version of the book "Die Kinder vom Bahnhof Zoo". If you're german you probably know that book. It's about drug abuse and prostitution and some really bad sh**-
The intention of the teachers was probably to shock us, lol.
The scene where the main chara tattooed herself however was inspiring to me.
That's why I now have a line tattooed on my forearm. Forever. regrets? none.

What I honestly don't get is when people get tattoos of cartoon characters. Nothing against badass cartoon characters - timeless franchises.
But there are people who get tattoos of something that I would consider a fad. MLP, for example. Or memes ....just...no. Political statements? neither. Name of you lover? nope. Temporary trends like... bi**h stamps? hell no.
Still..... as long as it isn't offensive to me or anyone else, I will not bother anyone who has a tattoo. No matter how stupid it is.

[Radene]

WERElektro eredeti hozzászólása:

If you're german you probably know that book. It's about drug abuse and prostitution and some really bad sh**-
The intention of the teachers was probably to shock us, lol.

That book is quite a thing outside Germany, too. And true, it doesn't sugarcoat things. I mean, it's an autobiography. Christiane wasn't going to make it gentle.

Good reading, in fact.

[hedy]

I don't want to have a tattoo but i don't mind it on other peoplr, i just feel uncomfortable that they might attack me or something

[Lusus Symphonia]

Mark maiboi, this isn't Facebook.

[balbiska]

Dying because of skin disorder 5 years later.
P.s I might've went over the line here. But you will most likely have skin problems

[僕の名前 (仮)]

Who said that? I've never see people say that tatoos are unprofessional. You're the first one who said that.

Other than they look ugly and ruin aesthetics of body, they do not make you less professional. Professionalism is defined by skill and willing to work, not by your style.

[ErickaUnlimited]

I'm fine with them. I like them personally (assuming they are done well). I work in a field that they are pretty prevalent and you'll find people with full sleeves and nobody cares because in the end, it doesn't matter.

Judge the person's actions, not the art.

[Gen X]

Ill be getting a tat first one this year, has to do with a life awakening, just letters. Not going to some n00b for scribble scrabel crap. Gonna be done in a very "respected" place. Was never allowed to get one, now I really dont care.

[Alaskan Catfish Hike]

There is a design I'd like to get but I scar really badly. Like my dog scratched me jumping off my lap two weeks ago and you can still see it.

[AlmightyDunkle]

Good lord forget about jobs, anyone with tattoos like yours must be a real ladykiller.

[Gen X]

AlmightyDunkle eredeti hozzászólása:

Good lord forget about jobs, anyone with tattoos like yours must be a real ladykiller.

She is a lady.......

[AlmightyDunkle]

Generation X eredeti hozzászólása:

AlmightyDunkle eredeti hozzászólása:

Good lord forget about jobs, anyone with tattoos like yours must be a real ladykiller.

She is a lady.......

A real mankiller*

[AlmightyDunkle]

Generation X eredeti hozzászólása:

AlmightyDunkle eredeti hozzászólása:

Good lord forget about jobs, anyone with tattoos like yours must be a real ladykiller.

She is a lady.......

Hold the phone buster brown the profile info says male, have I been bamboozled once again??