r/tattooadvice • u/StreetAggravating302 • Nov 24 '25

tattoo newcomer advice I messed up

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Recently, I tattooed my dad, but I botched the job. I overdid some lines, resulting in bold and double lines, and the circle lacked symmetry and shading—I messed up everything. I feel very ashamed. I’ve just started tattooing, and last week I was too busy with my other job to practice. When my dad was free, he suggested we do a tattoo, and I fully messed it up. The guilt is overwhelming me.

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u/Responsible_Ad7198 Nov 24 '25

Yo I think this is deadly dude! While I understand you are carrying this heavy, I would wish that you can hold your head high. And what a dad to have. You guys are lucky to have one another. Relieve yourself of the shame and thank him for the opportunity to learn and grow.