It definitely teaches you to do your homework before choosing an artist, that's for damn sure. Not that I needed that reinforced anyway, I've seen too many people with what I consider mediocre tattoos to just choose an artist lightly. But then the idea of a crappy tattoo on me forever is just horrifying to me, I don't understand that other people don't consider this when giving into the desire to get a tattoo.

That said, I've noticed that what some people find a good tattoo or piece of art doesn't necessarily coincide with what I find good. I just have exceptionally high standards in that regard I think.