All About my Current Tattoos 💀

So, I don't think it's been a secret about how I have a few tattoos but I literally get so many questions from a younger crowd and usually they're the same kind of questions so I thought I'd make kind of an FAQ on them :)

1.) Did they hurt?

Honestly, I didn't think any of my tattoos actually "hurt." But, keep in mind some people's pain tolerance can be incredibly low and it hurts them more than another person. Pain wise, it really depends on the placement and if you're getting inked where the "typical" tender parts are being tattooed on the body. (Ex: ribs, feet, spine etc.) For me, I believe I've had the easiest placement pain wise to get tattooed, which is why I crave more. To me, I wouldn't say tattoos hurt but they can sting and be uncomfortable at times. The one thing I can compare getting tattooed pain wise, is it feeling like a warm cat scratch. Which is really not that bad. 

2.) How do you take care of your tattoo after you get it?

Depending on how large your piece is, keep it wrapped up for about an hour, to two hours or even 4 hours just so the gauze can soak up all the plasma and blood, which is completely normal! After the bandage is off by the artists directions, I rinse it off with some warm water, put a thin layer of Aquaphor and then the next day, proceed to wash it gently with my hand, using non-scented anti-bacterial soap and reapplying the Aquaphor in an extremely thin layer about three times a day! Do not exfoliate with an abrasive loofa or exfoliating brush after you get a fresh tattoo!

3.) How Many Tattoos Do You have?

Currently, I have about four tattoos, but I am working on my full sleeve on my left arm!

4.) What do Your Tattoos Look Like?

I guess it's easier to show you guys than to explain them ;) 

Photo Credit: GKR PHOTOGRAPHY

Excuse the awkward picture but when you're a one man show, you gotta do what you gotta do ;)

5.) What do Your Tattoos Mean?

"I got a pocketful of dreams" actually is something I've wanted for years. To me, it basically reminds me to hold on to your dreams no matter what anyone says, turn them into reality and then make for dreams or goals for myself.

My skull and roses actually represent a lot to me. I've been through a ton of negative things in my life whether anyone knows it or not, my life isn't unicorns and rainbows coming out of my butt and the skull essentially represents that the negative things are dead while there are roses and leaves growing out of the skull that signify new beginnings and a new life. It shows that every negative thing that happens, I can put it to rest and grow as a person from those unfortunate situations.

6.) Do You Think You're Inked Up and a Badass?

HELL NO. I actually feel the exact opposite of myself. Yes, I do have a little ink, but I won't consider myself "Inked Up" until my sleeve, ribs, back and thighs have all the tattoos I want! I would also never consider myself a "badass" well because I'm me. I'm just a kid who loves art, that's it!

7.) When Should I Get a Tattoo?

Personally, I really have to think before I get inked because it's PERMANENT. That's a huge dedication and commitment to get a tattoo. Whenever you feel ready and know that the tattoo is something you've wanted for awhile, go for it! 

I hope this gave you guys some insight about the questions that are asked! If any of you get some ink show me on Instagram by tagging me @the_katiee with the hashtag #showkatieink 

As always follow me on my social media sites!

Instagram: the_katiee

Twitter: kallmekatiee 

Facebook: like me at Katie McBride

Email: katiemcbride.business@gmail.com 

XOXO,

Katie 

 

Where Have I Been!? Photo Shoots, Tattoos and More :)

I can't believe I'm saying this, the long awaited and well anticipated launch of my shots from GKR Photography.

Photo Credit: GKR Photography

Photographer: The Amazing and Ever so Talented GABBY RUDDICK!

THIS IS WHERE I've Been!

The "GKR Photography" on the top picture basically says it all! Gabby Ruddick, the photographer asked me to come shoot with her at The Art Institute of Colorado in Denver in a studio! Now, I have minimal experience in a studio environment and honestly I learned so much from Gabby since she's also a model! I was nervous, I'm not gonna lie. But, we literally had so much fun and I'm glad that I got to meet Gabby and become a homie. This is probably the most positive post and debut ever but I do need a good outlet to talk about some new things on my body! *gasp*

So, this is new! Honestly, I'm a big believer of expressing yourself with tattoos and Peter Quinones at Imperial Tattoo Studio did amazing on this. It's not done yet by any means I'm still working on the shop as much as I can between working for Vans, which will settle down when the studio is completely 100% done and divide my time between Imperial Tattoo Studio and Vans, ya know what I mean? If you live in Colorado you gotta come and check Imperial Tattoo Studio when the opening launch happens! You can find the studio on Instagram at "imperialtattoostudio" just search it and you'll find it! 

Meaning Behind it:

The meaning behind my tattoo is really personal but I'll tell you anyways since my viewers need to know why I've gotten a big skull and roses growing out of it. I know it looks a little intimidating and that's just my look and the tattoo is beautiful. So, the skull means like "the death of all the negative things that I had and am still going through" yet it still has something beautiful. The roses and random leaves growing out of the skull mean "that out of every negative that kicks you down something positive and beautiful can come out of such a horrible experience." This is literally the most meaningful tattoo to me. Of course I'm gonna sleeve it out with roses but that will come in another blog post!

I hope you enjoyed these little "Where I'm at and What I'm Working on post! There will be more posts talking about my Summer Beauty Essentials, How I achieved my Photoshoot Makeup, meaning behind my other tattoos and the most important one CYBER BULLYING!

Don't Forget to Hit Me Up on Social Media!

Instagram: katieImperial 

Instagram: imperialtattoostudio 

Twitter: kallmekatiee 

Like Me on FaceBook: Callmekatie

Love You Guys!

More Posts Coming Soon, I PROMISE ❤️

XOXO,

Katie 

Changes and Updates

Hey you guys! I know it's been a really long time since my last post and I'm super sorry! A lot has been happening these last few weeks and a ton of changes to my life and I hope you all still support what I'm doing!

I am still modeling, still in love with makeup, still work for Vans and still plan on blogging on CALLMEKATIEE but something new in my life, is that I have an opportunity of a lifetime to be an apprentice and business partner with an amazing tattoo artist and I'm not turning it down. A lot of things are still in the works that we won't be releasing information about till we are totally ready.

My New Direction:

My new direction in life has definitely gone from a boring, doing the same thing everyday to adventurous, exciting, acceptance and happiness, something that I haven't had in a very long time. I have people who support me 100% and are like a second family to me who have welcomed me into their lives and I couldn't be happier. Though I will be very busy, I'll actually be starting a YouTube channel that won't be CALLMEKATIEE but will be called KatieImperial where I'll be vlogging everyday so people can take a look into my life and see how hard myself and business partners work to make our dreams come true. 

I hope you guys still remain my viewers and friends with this new direction!

New Business Email:

katieimperial.official@gmail.com

XOXO

Katie