Tattoo notes / 29 Oct 2024

How long does a tattoo take?

There is no single session length. Size, placement, detail, style and the idea itself all change the answer.

Ask about timing
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Start with the piece, not the clock.

A small, simple tattoo can be very different from a large, detailed piece. The style, amount of linework, color and placement all affect how long the session may take.

What changes the estimate?

  • The size and shape of the tattoo.
  • The amount of detail, shading or color.
  • The placement and how comfortably the area can be worked.
  • Whether the piece is new work or a coverup.

Bring the useful details.

When you contact the shop, share the idea, approximate size, placement and any reference material. Those details make a timing conversation more useful.

Keep the next step simple.

If you are still deciding, start with the style list or official portfolio, then reach out to Manny’s in South Phoenix.

Talk through your idea