caught in the middle

silas smythe | 29 | tattoo artist | local asshole I was d r e a m i n g life away, all the while just going blind. can't see the forest, for the t r e e s behind the lids of my own eyes. nostalgia's c o o l, but it won't help me now. a dream is good if you don't wear it out. YEAH I'M CAUGHT IN THE MIDDLE

[silassmythe]

CAN’T WAIT || KURTLAS F2F

[silassmythe]

designsbyporcelain:

At the idea of getting a free tattoo just from spending time with Silas - probably falling asleep and spending the night - was most definitely too tempting for Kurt to even consider passing up, though he had momentarily considered passing it up. He probably would have paid for the tattoo and still stayed with Silas afterwards because he liked spending time with Silas, and he had missed his best friend, but at the same time he knew he should be saving his money. “Are you sure? I mean, I’ll gladly stay either way, but are you sure about it being free? I was only mildly kidding,” he said with a light chuckle, but he was also serious. If Silas needed him to pay, he would gladly do so. As far as Kurt was concerned, Silas and Cece were the best artists in town - though he was a bit more biased towards his best friend - and he would gladly pay for the services. When he was told that lying down would be optimal for the purposes of getting closer to his skin, Kurt simply nodded before shifting himself and lying down on the couch. At the mention of freehanding some of the tattoo, Kurt just nodded a bit. “Of course. I trust you not to fuck up my skin,” he teased, turning his head back to offer a cheeky grin at Silas before getting more comfortable and resting his head on his outstretched arms.

He tested the tattoo gun a few more times before he pulled the black ink closer to him, “Yeah, of course it’s free. Unless you want to give a generous donation.” He was teasing; really when he wasn’t on the job he tried not to charge his friends the full amount; if any. It started when he was younger; still learning to do tattoo work. His friends would be his test subjects; trying out new ways of tattoo-ing and different designs. Glancing over at the image, he took a breath and leaned forward, pressing the needle to his skin. “I... just want to warn you now, even though I’ve already started,” He stated after a moment, “This... scar tissue; it may hurt a little more. So if you need to, grab a pillow.” He didn’t know exactly what had caused the scar, but it was prominent enough that he wanted to tell his friend about the pain threshold. He wasn’t going to push Kurt to tell him.

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mottathyme:

Is it all things that you’re able to renovate on your own? I’m not asking that to doubt your skills by any means, just genuine curiosity. I’m taking it this is something that’s been in the planning stages for a while, though?

For the most part, yeah. When I get to start buying furniture I’ll probably need a hand moving it all, or even building it because I’m not the best contractor,  but other than that it’s like any other home project. Oh yeah. I’ve been planning out my own shop since I was little. Only difference now is that I have someone to help plan it.

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cotton-eyed-artie:

I’d have no clue how to go about directing a reality tv show though, Movies are easy it’s a script and you shout action, fly on the wall isn’t exactly scripted.  There was an option on my degree to study it , but i chose something else instead, Now  i’m  beginning to think that was the wrong decision,.  Leave me with the idea and I’ll speak to a few of fellow graduates who took that class. 

because no!  

I mean, I don’t think it’d be that hard. You follow around with a camera, suggest a few drama points here and there, do interviews. I didn’t even realize there was a degree for that kind of stuff.

But you’d look so badasssss!

[silassmythe]

charitydenae:

Whoa. Doing or helping? Either way that is pretty badass right there. I’m kidding, I would never put your license at risk. You’ve worked too hard and come too far to let some silly girl ruin it for you.

Doing. It’s not a whole lot; simple stuff like floors and everything. Nothing too hard. If it makes you feel any better -- tattoos don’t hurt that bad. I have multiple; I’ve even done a few on myself.

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TEXT 📲SHARLIE

CHARLIE: I know, I know, but I know my sister, and I don't think it's that. I think she just thinks it's weird since I, her sister who looks like her, happen to like her boyfriend's twin brother.

CHARLIE: Imma purposely start ignoring you, I can't even oml.

SILAS: I mean, it makes sense that way too.

SILAS: Hey now -- don't ignore me. I'm amazing.

SILAS: Maybe instead of a dog I can just bring my cats along for the soap opera ride

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TEXT 📲SHARLIE

CHARLIE: I don't think so..

CHARLIE: Silas pls. Smh

SILAS: I'm not trying to put weird things in your mind; honest. I'm just saying; why would she make a big deal out of it, you know?

SILAS: If your life turns into a soap opera can I be the friend with the witty catchphrases who everyone thinks is going to end up alone with a dog in the end but actually finds love

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TEXT 📲SHARLIE

CHARLIE: What? No! No, it couldn't be that, she loves being with Cameron.

CHARLIE: Si..my sister and I are almost 26..ain't no way in hell that it's a teen drama situation.

CHARLIE: AND if that were true..haha..fuck.

SILAS: I'm just saying it sounds like a jealousy thing

SILAS: okay then a soap opera

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CAN’T WAIT || KURTLAS F2F

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designsbyporcelain:

Kurt feigned surprise at Silas’ remark before shrugging with a smile. “You mean I’m not getting this tattoo free of charge anyway?” he asked with a smirk, making his way towards the couch while undoing his button down. “I trust you, Si. You know that,” he remarked with a nod. “You’re the only one I’ve ever let tattoo me. At least I know for sure you know what you’re doing.” Shrugging the fabric off, he laid the shirt down over the back of the couch before sitting down on the couch. “I figured my left side would be better, since most of my tattoos are on the right,” he said with a small nod. “Do you want me to lay down or would it be easier if I just sat up; I warn you I won’t be able to hold my arm up for hours, though,” he said with a smirk.

He took a seat in the chair, spinning towards Kurt as he set down the pedal for the tattoo gun. “You’ll get it for free if you stay with me afterwards.” He offered, not so much demanding. He picked the gun up and inserted a new needle after unwrapping it, giving the pedal a few buzzes to make sure it was set up right before he pulled the image up on his phone. “Laying down would probably be optimal,” He paused, setting the gun down to put on gloves and grab an alcohol wipe, “It’s easier to get closer to the skin.” After making sure he had everything he needed and Kurt was laying down, he wiped the area clean. “I’m probably going to have to freehand it a little bit; I don’t have the stuff to stencil it with. You cool with that?” It wasn’t the first time he had free-handed a tattoo, but he always wanted to be sure. Especially with Kurt; no matter how much the man trusted him he always wanted to be sure. 

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TEXT 📲SHARLIE

CHARLIE: Er, no, I don't think it's that, I reckon she just thinks it's weird but?? The way she said it just annoyed me and I was just like 'k, thx bye.' It's okay.

CHARLIE: I don't know.

SILAS: ...Is there any chance that /she/ could like her boyfriend's brother?

SILAS: This could all just be part of a teen drama if that's the case.

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TEXT 📲SHARLIE

CHARLIE: I will definitely try. I know I can. :)

CHARLIE: No, it's not that at all. I like her boyfriend's twin. I get that it's just kinda like 'wait, what?' but I am not saying that I like her boyfriend, I like his brother, sorry @ myself for having real feelings?? Idk.

SILAS: Maybe she saw it as you liking her boyfriend, but not wanting to tell her that, so you just said you liked his twin or something? Not sure. If I'm being entirely honest, girl drama kinda... confuses me sometimes.

SILAS: I don't think she has a reason to be upset, though.

[silassmythe]

CAN’T WAIT || KURTLAS F2F

[silassmythe]

designsbyporcelain:

Kurt certainly hadn’t expected to be getting dressed again after he’d taken a shower and dressed down for bed, but somehow Silas had convinced him to come over to his apartment to get his tattoo now. In all honesty, though, Kurt didn’t mind. He had missed Silas in the last few weeks. Between being busy with work and “Plantnado”, as Silas had called it, he hadn’t gotten the chance to hang out with his best friend since all the stuff had gone down with Tristan. Just the thought of the other man sent shivers down his spine, but the thought of going over to Silas’s brought him a sense of comfort; part of it was because Silas was his best friend, but Silas had also been the one to save his life when Tristan attacked him again. It wasn’t too much longer before Kurt was going up the steps to Silas’ apartment, letting himself into the place with familiar ease. He smiled at Silas when he was greeted before nodding a bit in his direction. “Hey yourself,” he said with a smile, shrugging his jacket off and hanging it up on the back of a chair. “You’re sure you’re okay doing this past midnight? I don’t want to look in the mirror and see ‘measure’ or 'treasure’ misspelled,” he laughed.

He rolled his eyes at his friend’s comment, walking over to his computer chair at his desk and pulling it over by the chair. “Listen, the only time I’ve ever misspelled a word on a tattoo, early in the morning or not, was when I was shitfaced in college and I was the one who got the tattoo.” He explained, referring to the horrid choice on his thigh. Sure, it probably would have made more sense to wait. But he hadn’t been tired; hadn’t really been in days. He’d probably be working on the shop itself if the little old lady from the shop next door hadn’t convinced him he should head home when she left. He just didn’t feel like sleeping. “I promise that I won’t mess up a word. And if I do, you know I’ll cover it up free of charge.” He shrugged as he started pulling out caps for the ink, setting them on the coffee table.

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TEXT 📲SHARLIE

CHARLIE: ..Thank you, Silas. :) It means..more than you could know.

CHARLIE: It wasn't bad, or at least I didn't think it was? I told her who I liked.

SILAS: I'm glad :) Just remember that, okay? You can always talk to me about anything.

SILAS: Does she not approve of the person, or..? I don't see why she would be upset

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TEXT 📲SHARLIE

CHARLIE: Please don't feel that way, I mean, I know that is easier said than done, but I have to fight my way through this, I don't want to be a burden or worry anyone else.

CHARLIE: Okay.

CHARLIE: I told my sister a secret and though I wasn't exactly expecting her to react in a certain way, the way she did, was..upsetting for the both of us because I ended up just stopping texts that day.

SILAS: you should know by now that you're not a burden to me. You never could be

SILAS: May I ask what the secret was, or is it that bad of one?

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CAN’T WAIT || KURTLAS F2F

When it boiled down to it, Silas had talked Kurt into coming over not only because he was itching to do a tattoo at such a late hour, but also because he missed just hanging out with his friend. It had been a while; the last time being around the Tristan stuff when they were really able to hang out. He was just glad that his apartment was already tidy. He had found his home tattoo kit in his closet; a box filled with various inks and other materials he was going to need for the tattoo before he brought it all into the living room, laying a tarp down on the couch. When he heard the door open he turned, grinning at Kurt, “Hey stranger.”

@designsbyporcelain

[silassmythe]

TEXT 📲SHARLIE

CHARLIE: I wish that there was more that I could do.

CHARLIE: Oh, I've been...hah, okay? I guess? I don't know, something has been going on. Why do you ask?

SILAS: Trust me... I feel the same whenever you bring your own anxiety up to me.

SILAS: I'm just curious. Checking in.

SILAS: What's the thing that's been going on? If you don't mind me asking of course.

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designsbyporcelain:

Well. I mean. Okay, we can do it now. You’re lucky you’re my best friend, and you’re one of the best artists in town. Cause. I’m damn comfy, but I’ll get up and dressed and drop by your place.

You love me~ Just walk in. I’ll probably be in my room gathering everything up. Drive safe~

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designsbyporcelain:

Well then, that sounds like we have a definite plan then. We just need to figure out when to do this because…well, I kind of want it right now, but that’s probably not a good idea ha.

Why not right now? It may not be the most... professional setting, but you know I’ve got my shit at home. 

Unless you want to wait the months that it’ll probably take for Body Canvas to officially open.