Tattoo Artist Refuses to Ink Overweight Client: Justified or Fat-phobic?

Picture this: a talented tattoo artist receives a request from a client for a beautiful geometric design on her stomach/underboob area. They discuss the details over messages, but the client fails to mention one crucial detail – her weight. When the client finally shows up, the artist is faced with a dilemma: should they proceed with the tattoo, knowing it might not turn out well due to the client’s size and hygiene? Or should they refuse, risking accusations of being fat-phobic? This is the story of one tattoo artist who made the tough decision to say no, and the emotional aftermath that followed.

Client’s Weight Becomes an Issue

The Problem with Folds

Hygiene Concerns Arise

Tattoo Artist’s Dilemma

The Reasoning Behind the Decision

Breaking the News

Offering Alternatives

Client’s Furious Reaction

Seeking Advice from Peers

The Final Straw

Standing Up for Cleanliness

The Question Remains… ❓

A Personal Struggle

The Great Tattoo Debate: Artistry vs. Acceptance ❤️

In a world where body positivity is on the rise, it’s hard to know where to draw the line between acceptance and professionalism. This tattoo artist faced a tough decision when an overweight client requested a design that would be difficult to execute due to her size and hygiene. Despite offering alternative placements and designs, the client lashed out, accusing the artist of being fat-phobic. The artist, who is a recovering anorexic, was deeply affected by the client’s words. Was the artist justified in their decision, or did they cross a line? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…

Overweight client refused tattoo due to hygiene, artist not fat-phobic.

Hygiene concerns make refusing overweight client justified

Experienced tattoo artist praised for refusing overweight client.

Cleanliness concerns, not weight, led to refusal. NTA

Tattoo artist refuses to ink morbidly obese client due to health concerns

Tattooed commenter defends artist’s cleanliness concern with empathy.

Tattoo artist receives support after refusing overweight client’s demands.

Formerly overweight commenter defends tattoo artist’s decision. NTA!

Tattoo artist defends decision to refuse overweight client. NTA

Tattoo artist’s refusal justified due to hygiene concerns

Tattoo artist refuses overweight client due to health reasons. NTA.

Hygiene matters, NTA refuses to ink overweight client.

Hygiene standards apply to everyone, regardless of size. NTA.

Tattoo artist refuses overweight client, commenters support decision.

Body positivity includes accepting limitations. NTA handled professionally.

Tattoo artist refuses to ink client with skin infection. NTA.

Unprofessional exchange between tattoo artist and client. ESH.

Respectful artist sets boundaries with entitled client.

Overweight commenter defends tattoo artist’s professional response. NTA

Tattoo artist refuses overweight client, commenters support decision. NTA.

NTA saves client from infection. Weight and tattoo could’ve killed.

Tattoo artist justified in refusing service, but could have been more tactful

Tattoo artist refuses overweight client citing hygiene concerns. NTA.

Tattoo artist defends decision to refuse overweight client. NTA.

Tattoo artist declines overweight client, defends decision. NTA.

NTA comment defends tattoo artist, acknowledges own weight, and adds humor

Hygiene concerns aside, is it okay to refuse service based on weight?

Fat client appreciates artist’s honesty in refusing unsuitable tattoo.

Tattoo artist’s ‘incompatible topography’ refusal sparks debate. NTA.

Tattoo artist’s refusal not fat-phobic, but feasibility-based. Polite decline expected.

Tattoo artist’s refusal justified or fat-phobic? NTA explains.

Health concerns for overweight clients in tattooing, alternative solutions suggested

Tattoo artist’s refusal to ink overweight client: justified or fat-phobic?

Hygiene concerns expressed by overweight commenter, NTA verdict.

Obese commenter defends thin people from fatphobia accusations.

Tattoo artist justified in refusing overweight client to avoid infection

Cleanliness is important for body work, NTA comment argues.

Tattoo artist justified in refusing tattoo, but insult was unnecessary. NAH

Tattoo artist called out for fat-shaming but not in the wrong.

Tattoo artist’s refusal justified, hygiene and placement matter.

Healthcare worker supports tattoo artist’s refusal to ink unhygienic client. NTA.

Verbal attack vs unprofessional comment – NTA wins

Hygiene is key, even if you’re overweight

Respecting personal space isn’t fat-phobic

Tattoo artist justified in refusing overweight client due to health risks

BBW defends tattoo artist’s right to refuse, NTA

Tattoo artist called out overweight client’s poor hygiene, justified?

Overweight client called artist fatphobic, but commenter agrees with decision.

Hygiene matters, but washing folds comments went too far.

Tattoo artist justified in refusing overweight client, but could’ve been more tactful

Tattoos are beautiful body art that need the right canvas

Hygiene concerns raised in tattoo artist’s refusal.

Empathetic response to artist refusing overweight client, supportive

Tattoo artist refuses overweight client, but insults were unnecessary.

NTA who takes hygiene seriously, but body shaming isn’t okay

Tattoo artist’s refusal to ink based on weight, ESH behavior.

Tattoo artist refuses overweight client, citing health concerns. NTA.

Tattoo artist refuses overweight client, gets accused of fat-shaming. NTA.

NTA comment shares a relatable and uncomfortable experience in class.

Protecting client’s health or fat-phobic? NTA gets backlash.

Tattoo artist’s refusal based on hygiene or fat-phobia? NTA explains.

Tattoo artist refuses overweight client, gets called out, justified?

Hygiene concerns justified but ‘wash your folds’ comment hurtful

Tattoo artist shares experience of refusing a difficult tattoo request. NTA.

Tattoo artist’s refusal raises hygiene concerns

Fear of infection, not fat-phobia. NTA.

Tattoo artist refuses overweight client, comment supports decision.

Nurse supports tattoo artist’s decision, suggests medical treatment

Tattoo artist refuses overweight client, gets body-shamed in return

Self-awareness and hygiene important for tattoo clients. NTA.

Respectful NTA comment defends tattoo artist and overweight client.

Tattoo artist gives professional advice, client throws a tantrum. NTA.

Tattoo artists are allowed to choose their canvas. NTA.

Tattoo artist justifies refusal to ink overweight client. Risk concerns cited.

Empathetic NTA comment shows understanding of tattoo artist’s dilemma.

Tattoo artist saves client’s life by refusing to ink her.

Tattoo artist’s advice appreciated by client for better results.