So I’ve been tossing around ideas for almost a year for my first tattoo because I wanted to make sure I wouldn’t regret it. Finally I’ve decided what I want, I just need a little advice on my idea.
I want to get the quote “That which does not kill me makes me stronger” I know the correct quote has the word us instead of me, but I wanted to make it a little more personal.
Right now my plan is to get it in calligraphy on both of my sides. Meaning “That which does not kill me” on one side and “makes me stronger” on the other.
I’m a little worried that it will look weird with more text on one side compared to the other, but I’m not sure.
So a little advice and thoughts would be great
Thanks.
If you aren’t set on getting it in English, try a different language. Chinese, Japanese etc would make the tattoos look more even and symetrical.
If it has to be in English though, why not add a few more words like, “That which does not kill me…” “Can only make me stronger”. 2 extra words could make a difference.
The tattoo will work fine as long as the artist follows the basic rules (so go to a pro)
The same font is used on both sides.
The same size is used.
The start point of each tattoo is the same.
By sides do you mean ribs? I would suggest going fauirly large and bold and you can always add to the design.
Also make sure that you have the correct spelling and punctuation of the words that you want (seems obvious but seen many mispelt tattoos 😉 ).
I was going to get on my collar bones
That does not kill me now … will eventually 😀
Take Care
Matthew
Personally I’d always think the tat was half-done if I saw just one side. I understand the whole concept of the text on both sides, but for me I’d prefer to put it all on the same side.
I agree with the Joker, this all depends on the size. In two lines, you could fit the script vertically in a pretty huge font, so there’s space enough for smaller script.
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