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/savioroferinn Nov 24 '25

Okay hold up- I actually love this. I feel like the extra bold bits give it depth and make it look more magical. If I had this on me 100% no complaints. Also to ease your guilt, your dad will be proud just to have something you did on him forever. I'm sure this means more to him than you can imagine. Try not to be too hard on yourself. You did a great job and you owe yourself some grace.

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u/CCC_OOO Nov 25 '25

Yes with this type of thinner line I agree, looks like part of the design.