LARGE SCALE TATTOOS • REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS
So how long does something like a back piece or a blackout sleeve take? Hint: it can’t be done in one day.
Photo 1: We are about 3 sessions into a double cover up for this blackout sleeve, approx. 4-6 hours per session
Photo 2: We are 2 sessions into a cover up/black out back piece, approx 5-7 hours per session
Photo 3: 1 sessions for lining, approx 6-7 hours
Photo 4: Approx 3-4 hours for linework for a full forearm tattoo.
Good tattoos take time and patience. Your body can only handle so much. While it’s not common, I’ve had some experiences of unrealistic standards: back pieces and sleeves do not take 1-2 days and they *shouldn’t*
These aren’t just smaller tattoos, these tattoos are an investment into self. It’s okay to be patient, you’ll wear it for the rest of your life. Pushing past limits, going into shock- these are things I avoid doing, especially with the heavy, solid blacks.
You’re not a pansy for being patient. You’re not weak for not going into shock. You are responsible, strong, and mindful for taking your time with something that is this big, and 100% lifelong.