Placement
Choose your tattoo placement
See for yourself how our artists’ work looks on different parts of the body.
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Arm tattoos
The arm is the most popular spot for both a first tattoo and a large one. The forearm and biceps suit a portrait or a scene, the wrist and hand a small piece, and a sleeve brings it all together into one composition. A tattoo here is on show, but easy to cover with clothing when needed.
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Leg tattoos
A small ankle tattoo, a portrait on the thigh or a full-leg composition — here you can bring all kinds of ideas to life. Find out what makes each spot different and choose the right one for your future tattoo.
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Back tattoos
The back is often chosen for large realistic tattoos: portraits, animals, mythological and fantasy scenes. But the scale can be anything — from a small piece on the shoulder blade to a full-back tattoo.
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Torso tattoos
Torso tattoos include pieces on the chest, ribs, stomach and collarbones — from a miniature to a large-scale scene. Here a tattoo can accentuate the lines of the body or join several of its areas into one composition.
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Neck and head tattoos
The neck and head are chosen for tattoos that become a noticeable part of your look. This can be minimal lettering, a miniature behind the ear or a bold colour piece on the side of the neck.
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How to choose a tattoo placement
Placement matters as much as the design itself. It decides how large the piece can be, how often other people will see it and how it will look years from now. Here is what to think about in advance — especially if this is your first tattoo.
On show or just for you
First, decide whether you want to see your tattoo every day or keep it just for yourself. The forearm, hand and neck are almost always on show, while the upper arm, back, thigh and ribs are easy to cover with clothing — worth knowing if your workplace has a strict dress code. Think ahead, too: a small piece on the upper arm can later become the start of a sleeve, so leave yourself room when choosing a spot for your first tattoo.
Size and fit
The more detail a piece has, the more space it needs. A portrait or a scene with several figures suits the back, thigh, upper arm or the whole forearm, while a small piece works on the wrist, collarbone or behind the ear. Your artist will choose the scale so every detail stays crisp. You can check the size in advance with our online try-on, and at the consultation your artist will place the stencil on your body and see how the tattoo looks as you move.
How the work goes
The first step is a free consultation: your artist looks at the placement in person, talks through the subject and size with you, and tells you how many sessions it will take. The design is created specifically for your idea and the chosen spot. A medium-sized piece usually takes one or two sessions; a large one — a sleeve or a back piece, for example — takes several, with breaks for healing. After your session we stay in touch: we’ll explain how to look after your tattoo and check in ourselves to see how it’s healing.
Still not sure about placement? Write to us — your artist will look at your idea and suggest where the tattoo will look its best.