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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 Wallingford: 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 +1 206-545-3685 to confirm.

Jaco Abarca specializes in traditional Japanese irezumi at the Wallingford location, working on large-scale bodysuits, back pieces, and full sleeves.

Speaks: 🇬🇧 English

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

Top subject groups: 🔱 Symbols & Objects (2)🐉 Mythology & Folklore (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 +1 206-545-3685.

About Jaco Abarca

What styles does Jaco Abarca specialize in?
Jaco Abarca specializes in Japanese.
How many tattoos has Jaco Abarca done?
Jaco Abarca has 6 tattoos in their portfolio on TatSeek, tagged by style, subject and placement.
How do I book with Jaco Abarca?
Jaco Abarca works through Slave to the Needle Wallingford — message us on Instagram to book.
What does Jaco Abarca charge?
Jaco Abarca follows Slave to the Needle Wallingford’s studio price range — see the Estimated Price Range above for tiers by size. This is confirmed by the studio.
Where does Jaco Abarca work?
Jaco Abarca works at Slave to the Needle Wallingford, 403 NE 45th Street. View on Google Maps →
Can I see healed work by Jaco Abarca?
None of Jaco Abarca’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 Jaco Abarca 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 Jaco Abarca (6)

colorful japanese (irezumi) tattoo of female figure on the back
Mask and Woman Japanese Back →
colorful japanese (irezumi) tattoo of pattern & ornament on the full sleeve
Japanese Full Sleeve Detail →
colorful japanese (irezumi) tattoo of pattern & ornament on the thigh
Japanese Bodysuit Full Leg →
colorful japanese (irezumi) tattoo of pattern & ornament on the back
Japanese Bodysuit Back →
black with color accents japanese (irezumi) tattoo of demon on the back
Mask and Demon Japanese Back →
colorful japanese (irezumi) tattoo of dragon on the thigh
Dragon Japanese Full Leg →

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