I need a design for a Samurai Tattoo

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gwdphoto
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Thu Jul 17, 2008 8:08 pm

I have an idea i want as a tattoo but i am no artist. There is a legend of a Samurai known as Benkei that died standing on a bridge filled with arrows. I want this tattoo on my back and very large so detail is a must. If any one is willing to help please let me know!!!! And if you need more info contact me.
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sidelvar
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Thu Jul 17, 2008 8:13 pm

Google, the story and a good artist. Good luck in your search bro (for your artist)
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mykel605
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Fri Jul 18, 2008 3:03 am

google is your friend.......
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Fri Jul 18, 2008 4:36 am

Because it is a old story I would look for Ukiyo-e prints of it. Here is a start

www.mfa.org/collections/search_art.asp? ... submit.y=0

Ukiyo-e prints are a vital aprt of traditonal japanese tattoos and because you want that story, I dont see a point of doing nothing more than close to the original.

You just need to go to a good artist that does traditonal tattoos and you are set.

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fortyoz
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Fri Jul 18, 2008 5:53 am

dude I think you should get Tom Cruise Last Samurai instead since you're probably white anyway. jokes
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Fri Jul 18, 2008 3:04 pm

fortyoz wrote:dude I think you should get Tom Cruise Last Samurai instead since you're probably white anyway. jokes
Oh, HELL yeah. I'll second that one.
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hgiles
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Mon Jul 21, 2008 10:00 am

An artist that is up to the job will know the story and have more than enough ideas for you. Start looking for that artist.
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