I concider myself kind of a tattoo hiding expert lol. I thought very siriously about where I put my tattoos and always asked myself before I got each one if I could cover it up if I needed to in a professional setting. I don't regret any of the art I have in any way, nor will I ever but I know that in some circles, tattoos are looked down upon. Think very carefully about the placement if that is a concern for you.

The only Tattoo that isn't covered up by my regular clothing is the cross on my left ring finger. It isn't vulgar or obcene or even really politically incorrect but I'll admit it has gotten me into a few situations with my employment but I figure that if they can't accept how strongly I feel about my faith then I don't want to be working for them

I remember once though that I went into a job interview with a low cut shirt on and the dagger and rose I have on my right shoulder was visable. I didn't even realize it, as I am so used to seeing it (I've had it since I was 19). At the end of the interview, the lady told me that she admired the fact that I had a tattoo and it wasn't something obcene and that she actually liked it!

The most painful one for me was the wings on my back, but only at the ends where its right at the base of my spine. That was excruciating! Every other one didn't hurt much at all going on, and it felt like a minor sunburn while it was healing.

Word of advice, whatever you do don't scratch at new artwork! (it will itch as it heals) I've seen great ink go really bad after someones been scratching at it.

*edit* For my wedding, I intentonally wore something to show my back off lol. (I'm wierd I guess). Here is a picture. The work isn't done yet though and while I'm happy with the progress thusfar, I'm still kind of mad I havent had the money or time to get it finished.