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What to include in your first message

What the artist needs from you

  1. Your idea in one line + 2–3 reference images more →
  2. Placement and rough size in centimetres more →
  3. Colour or black & grey more →
  4. Your budget range more →
  5. Dates you’re free; OK with more than one session? more →
  6. Cover-up? Add a clear photo of the old tattoo more →

What to ask them

  • Deposit — how much, does it come off the price, what if I reschedule? more →
  • When will I see the design, and can I ask for changes? more →
  • How long is the wait for an appointment? more →
  • Is a touch-up included? more →

Known for Slave to the Needle Ballard: Deposit: $50 for most pieces, $100 for pieces over two hours; non-refundable · Touch-up: not listed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — call +1 206-789-2618 to confirm.

Darryl Duncan tattoos at the Ballard location, specializing in neo-traditional color work — animals, florals, and figurative pieces with a bold illustrative style.

Speaks: 🇬🇧 English

Specializes in: 🌹 Neo-Traditional (6)ⓘBased on recurring characteristics across tattoos in this profile. These are portfolio-derived insights, not self-reported specialties.

Top subject groups: 🌿 Nature & Plants (3)🐉 Mythology & Folklore (2)🐾 Animals (2)ⓘBased on the subjects tagged across tattoos in this profile.


Estimated hourly rate: $200/hour

Estimated Price Range

✅ Verified Sep 2026 — from slavetotheneedle.com
Small & Simple Small symbols, lettering, or simple line work — roughly 2–10 cm, about 1 hour
$150–250
Medium (Typical tattoo) More detailed custom design with shading — roughly 10–20 cm, about 2–3 hours
$300–550
Large & Complex Larger, highly detailed piece — roughly 20–30 cm, about 4–8 hours, 1–2 sessions
$700–1500
Very Large / Sleeve Half sleeve, back piece, large-scale work — 30+ cm, roughly 10–25+ hours, 3+ sessions
$1600–3600+

These are estimated ranges — for an exact quote, message us on Instagram or call +1 206-789-2618.

About Darryl Duncan

What styles does Darryl Duncan specialize in?
Darryl Duncan specializes in Neo-Traditional.
How many tattoos has Darryl Duncan done?
Darryl Duncan has 6 tattoos in their portfolio on TatSeek, tagged by style, subject and placement.
How do I book with Darryl Duncan?
Darryl Duncan works through Slave to the Needle Ballard — message us on Instagram to book.
What does Darryl Duncan charge?
Darryl Duncan follows Slave to the Needle Ballard’s studio price range — see the Estimated Price Range above for tiers by size. This is confirmed by the studio.
Where does Darryl Duncan work?
Darryl Duncan works at Slave to the Needle Ballard, 508 NW 65th Street. View on Google Maps →
Can I see healed work by Darryl Duncan?
None of Darryl Duncan’s photos on TatSeek are marked as healed yet. Ask for healed photos when you message — fresh photos always look crisper than the tattoo will once it settles. How to judge a portfolio →
What should I send Darryl Duncan in my first message?
Your idea in a line and 2–3 reference images, the placement and rough size in centimetres, colour or black & grey, your budget range and the dates you’re free. For a cover-up, add a clear photo of the old tattoo. First-message guide →

All Tattoos From Darryl Duncan (6)

colorful neo-traditional tattoo of angel on the forearm
Angel Neo-Traditional Forearm →
colorful neo-traditional tattoo of flower on the forearm
Ribbon and Sunflowers Neo-Traditional Forearm →
colorful neo-traditional tattoo of dog on the forearm
Greyhound Neo-Traditional Forearm →
colorful neo-traditional tattoo of flower on the forearm
Owl and Flowers Neo-Traditional Forearm →
colorful neo-traditional tattoo of rose on the shoulder
Unicorn and Roses Neo-Traditional Shoulder →
colorful neo-traditional tattoo of animals on the forearm
Giraffes Neo-Traditional Forearm →

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