haha awwwwwwww! Its not as bad as people think. Depends on location, if its on bone its gonna hurt. On a more cushioned area it'll be like a sharp scratch. The outline is the worst, colouring in/shading is quite relaxing - I find
Failing this, there is always numbing cream
Most tattooists should have the option, if not you can buy the stuff from shops and do it yourself before hand. I've had two of mine numbed and it feels like someone pressing a finger into you lightly, and tickles coz its vibrating
I shall post a pic when I get home, the swelling and redness has gone down. Its just on the front of my thigh.