How to start a floral tattoo sleeve

So you want to start a floral tattoo sleeve? 💐 You’ve come to the right place! Here are a few of our best tips:

1️⃣ It’s not a race! I know you want to walk into that shop with a bare arm and walk out a sexy tatted up person. I get it! But it’s ultimately gonna cost you a lot more (money and pain) and it won’t come out as good as if you took your time and got it done in sessions that are comfortable for you and your artist. (Tattooing hurts both of you!) It’s also a great way to save money and let your skin heal from the trauma between sessions. If you are REALLY about that tattoo coverage life, you’ll do it right and go slow.

2️⃣ Give your artist your trust! You chose this artist because you like their work right? So give them the trust and the confidence to work their magic on you! ✨ Tell them your favorite flowers and let them figure out the best placement. A good artist will collaborate with you but it will ALWAYS turn out the best if you trust their professional opinion. They’ve been tattooing for years and they know what they’re doing.

3️⃣ Find a balance! If you want the sleeve to look cohesive, pick a theme and stick to it. Allow space for each piece to breathe and have some skin showing through. But if you are going for that overcrowded look, let your artist know! Basically, communicate your ideas with your artist and send them references when you can. The better they understand your vision, the better they can execute it.

Looking for a chill tattoo artist in Portland to work on your sleeve? Book a virtual consultation with Toni to get those creative juices flowing!