I have 2 tattoos and 5 piercings. I think it's great that you want a tattoo, just make sure the place is clean, and like somebody stated above, make sure they do a detailed drawing, and ask to see some of the persons other work.

I have Neal tattooed on my right inner forearm(I designed the lettering myself).
I have a tatoo of a Dragon flying with a crystal ball on my left chest.

I am getting ready to get "Kryptonite" accross my shoulders, then im going get a verse from a part of the bible I like on my middle back. After that maybe like 1-2 more in a spot that isn't always visible.

As far as piercings go, I have my left ear pierced twice, I have both my nipples pierced, and PA.