So i'm trying to make a tattoo

[Zamanita]

I used a template that was made by Robin Wood, is this done? Can i use this?

http://postimg.org/image/ytrvl8673/

[Rolig Loon]

You could certainly do it that way.  As long as you're using Robin's materials as a guide, you might want to take a good look at her exercise in 3D painting, which is all about creating a tattoo >>> http://www.robinwood.com/Catalog/Technical/PhotoshopTuts/PhotoTutPages/CS4-3D-4_Paint.html

[Zamanita]

http://postimg.org/image/fmjmcvrxf/

 

I've got it uploaded in the game and it looks decent, i just can't figure out how to equip this thing! It previewed on the back too and looked normal.

[Rolig Loon]

Equip?  You mean how to apply it on your av?  The same way that you do with any clothing.  Open your Appearance editor, create a new article of clothing -- in this case a tattoo -- and apply the uploaded texture to it.  (Or the local texture, if you are still testing the texture and aren;t ready for a permanent upload.)

[Dresden]

Firstly. you need to get rid of the template layers, so that only the tattoo itself is visible.  Then. I suggest you create an alpha channel which matches it, put in a completely black background (in order to eliminate the white "halo" effect) and save it as a targa.

This link might be helpful... Alpha Channels with No White Halo

...Dres

[Zamanita]

Thank you both for the help, i've got it figured out now!

 



[lilymatheww]

Tips to make tatto:

Henna tattoos are as popular as ever, but many people who apply them to their skin don't realize that there is more to the process than just putting the mixture on their skin. If the right steps are taken, the stains can come out too light or not look as good as expected.

Here are some of the things that you can do to make sure that your henna tattoo looks great and stays dark as long as possible:

1. Thoroughly Wash the Tattoo Location

This is the step that many people don't do because they assume that the paste will do its job no matter what condition the skin is in. You don't want to use lotion on the skin where the tattoo is going to go, but you do want to clean it with soap so any small dirt particles are removed from the area.

It's also not a bad idea to put a small amount of rubbing alcohol on the area before applying the applying the tattoo. This helps the henna paste to adhere to the skin a bit easier.

2. Don't Wash the Paste Off Too Quickly

Let's face it. People are impatient when it comes to things like tattoos. They want to see what the end product looks like no matter what the directions on the box say.

The thing is that if you want to have a nice, dark henna tattoo, then you simply have to wait a while for it to leave a dark stain on your skin. Six or seven hours is usually enough to get it to look good, but finding a way to let it set overnight is an even better option. The tattoo will look good and it will stay dark for over a week if it's taken care of properly.

3. Avoid Washing Over the Tattoo After Removing the Paste

You will be able to wash that area eventually, but leaving it alone for at least a day so it turns a darker brown. When you get water on it inside of the first 24 hours, you run the risk of it either coming out too light or having it end up with an orange hue. Henna actually takes two days to show its full color, but washing the area after one day won't affect its darkness.

4. Use a Moisturizer

Now this part is a bit tricky because you want to moisturize the area, but you don't want to use the wrong products. Most of the moisturizer that you would normally use for skin can have an adverse affect on your skin, so you will want to use either a moisturizer that is known for prolonging the life of henna tattoos, or you can use olive oil, which does a good job of keeping the design looking good.

It is important to keep these tips in mind before you get your hena tatto because you will give yourself a better chance of having a design that you are proud of and that will last for an extended period of time.

[Tazzie Tuque]

This is good to know, but in all honesty I don't think we have to worry about all this on our Avatar in SL.. chuckles (thank goodness!).