I wish I had taken a picture of this sooner, but I have finally gotten around to it. This is the only tattoo I have so far. It is Audioslave's flame logo. Anyone who knows me knows that Audioslave are one of my favorite bands, one of the reasons why I got this tattoo, but this tattoo has much more meaning than being a symbol of my favorite band. It marks a time in my life when I was happy, before things went wrong, and it reminds me of the times I was getting to know the band. The first time I noticed that band was when I saw the music video for their first single "Cochise". At first I had no idea that three of the members were in band Rage Against the Machine and that their lead singer Chris Cornell was in Soundgarden. I remember seeing the music video with all the fireworks in it, how good they played, and hearing how loud they were, and that's when I became a fan. When I saw their flame logo, I just knew that I had to get a tattoo of it someday. Then Lollapalooza was brought back after a five year haitus and Audioslave were on the bill. Not only did I get to see them live, but beforehand, I got to meet their guitarist Tom Morello and get two autographs from him! I remember when I was in line to meet him, I saw a guy with a flame logo tattoo, but his was bigger and had color. I planned on mine only being in black ink. Finally about a year since I first thought of it, I finally get the ink done. The tattoo artist was an ex boyfriend of my then best friend's cousin (I hope I didn't confuse you guys!) Anyways, it was done in his backyard, but take note that he used to work for a shop which meant that he's trained and licensed. I know that some of you would think that this is not completely safe, but I made extra sure that he opened up a brand new needle and used the ink from disposable wells. One thing I would never do is let some amateur do a tattoo the way they're done in prisons, that is unsafe! Anyways, I gave him the cover of Audioslave's album to use for a template and therefore, the tattoo is the actual size of the picture on the album cover. I think he did a really good job.
I can't wait to get my next tattoo! which is going to be a Who tattoo. I still have to decide on a design. I want it to be something different, yet something that will let people know that I am a Who fan. Of course this tattoo will also symbolize this time of The Who. When I do get inked, it will be in a shop, one: because I don't have my connection to the tattooist who did my first tattoo, and two: even though it will be more expensive, at least it will be safe. Hopefully I can get this done before the Who concert so I can show Pete & Roger.
