This is my first tattoo, i looked at a lot artist's portfolios in my local area . I found the artist for me, when I came to the artist I told her my idea and what I wanted. She seemed a little hesitant to do a large piece in this area for a 1st tattoo but set up the appointment and reinsured her that I know what I'm getting myself into. The owl represents the death of the past and a new start.