Okay, so, I finally went and did it. I got a Canelo Alvarez tattoo on my arm! For those who don’t know, Canelo is a Mexican professional boxer, and he’s like, a total legend in the boxing world. I’ve been a huge fan for years, and I’ve always admired his dedication, skill, and just his overall vibe, you know?
I’ve been thinking about this tattoo for a while now. I mean, getting a tattoo is a big deal, right? It’s permanent! So I spent a lot of time looking at different designs and ideas online. I checked out Pinterest a lot, and a few other sites where people share their tattoos. I saw a bunch of different Canelo tattoos, some were portraits, some were just his name, and some were more abstract designs inspired by him.
First, I needed a good picture of Canelo. I went through tons of them online, trying to find one that really captured his essence. I finally found a great one, a really powerful image of him in the ring. That was the one I wanted on my arm.
The day of reckoning
The day of the appointment, I was nervous, I won’t lie. I’d never gotten a tattoo before. I walked into the shop, showed the artist the design I wanted, and he got to work. The whole process was an experience and I decided to go with the one of his face on my left arm.
- Choosing the design: I spent ages looking at pictures of Canelo online. I wanted something that really captured his spirit. I finally found a really cool, intense photo of him in the ring and knew that was the one.
- Finding an artist: This took some research. I asked around, looked at online reviews, and checked out some local tattoo shops. I finally found an artist whose style I loved, and who had experience doing portraits.
- The appointment: I was so nervous walking into the shop! But the artist was really cool and made me feel comfortable. I showed him the picture I wanted, and he got to work.
- Getting inked: The needle felt… interesting. It wasn’t super painful, more like a constant scratching sensation. It took a few hours, but it was worth it.
The artist traced the design onto my arm, and then the buzzing started. It wasn’t as painful as I thought it would be, more like a persistent scratch. It took a couple of hours, but I was so focused on the end result that I barely noticed the time passing.
When he was done, I looked in the mirror, and wow! There it was, Canelo Alvarez, right there on my arm. It looked amazing! The detail was incredible, and it really captured his intensity and determination. I was so stoked!
It’s been a few weeks now, and I’m still so happy with my tattoo. It’s a great conversation starter, and it’s a constant reminder of someone I admire. Plus, it just looks really cool! If you’re a Canelo fan and you’re thinking about getting a tattoo, I say go for it! Just make sure you do your research and find an artist you trust.
Now, every time I look at my arm, I’m reminded of Canelo’s strength and perseverance. It’s more than just a tattoo, it’s a piece of art that I’ll cherish forever.
