Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Black Atlas, 953 W 18th Street.

How much would a tattoo like this cost?

A piece like this is estimated at $1150-$1650. This is an estimate, not a quote — message the studio for an exact price.

How painful is a thigh tattoo?

Thigh: Barely there on our 5-step pain scale — thick muscle and fat cushion most of it. Pain is personal, and long sessions, stress and bleeding make it feel worse.

How long does it take to heal, and will people see it?

The surface usually looks healed in 2–4 weeks; the skin keeps settling for a few months. On the thigh healing is easy, and it is easy to cover.

How will a tattoo like this age?

Bold outlines and solid black are the styles that age best — the design stays readable even as lines soften slightly over decades. Sunscreen keeps the colour from fading.

Can I get this exact design?

Use it as a reference. Most artists adapt a design to your body and their own style rather than copy another person’s tattoo line for line — and if you want this artist’s look, the best option is to book this artist.

How do I book something like this?

Message the studio with this photo, your placement and size, colour or black & grey, budget and dates. The “What to include in your first message” box below has a ready-to-copy template.

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Old school and blackwork tattoo of flowers with solid black leaves on the thigh

Tattoo by:

Molly KelsoPublished on:

blackatlasstudios.comⓘ

Black Flowers Traditional Thigh

An old school and blackwork tattoo of flowers with solid black leaves, placed on the thigh. Done in black and grey. By Molly Kelso at Black Atlas.

Composition:🧩 Mainly Flowers, with Solid black leavesⓘSubject:🌿 Nature & Plants🌸 Flower 🍃 Leaves & Branches

Style:⚓ Traditional (Old School)🖤 Blackwork

Size:🖐️ Large (20-30cm)Complexity:ⓘ 🤨 MediumPlacement:🦵 ThighColor:🩶 Black & Grey↕️ VerticalDefined byⓘ subject 70% · style 30%🔬 Tags only (not scanned yet)ⓘ📍 Chicago, United States

Estimated time: 4.5–6.5 hours, 1–2 sessionsⓘ

Estimated price for this size & complexity: $1150–$1650

This estimate is narrowed from Molly Kelso's price range using this tattoo's complexity — not a quote. For an exact quote, send us a message or call +1 847-269-1288

Tattoo by Molly Kelso

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?: An old school and blackwork tattoo of flowers with solid black leaves, placed on the thigh. Done in black and grey. By Molly Kelso at Black Atlas.
Where was this tattoo done?: This tattoo was done at Black Atlas, 953 W 18th Street. View on Google Maps →
How much would a tattoo like this cost?: A piece like this is estimated at $1150-$1650. This is an estimate, not a quote — message the studio for an exact price.
How painful is a thigh tattoo?: Thigh: Barely there on our 5-step pain scale — thick muscle and fat cushion most of it. Pain is personal, and long sessions, stress and bleeding make it feel worse. Pain map →
How long does it take to heal, and will people see it?: The surface usually looks healed in 2–4 weeks; the skin keeps settling for a few months. On the thigh healing is easy, and it is easy to cover. When can I swim, work out, tan? →
How will a tattoo like this age?: Bold outlines and solid black are the styles that age best — the design stays readable even as lines soften slightly over decades. Sunscreen keeps the colour from fading. How tattoos age →
Can I get this exact design?: Use it as a reference. Most artists adapt a design to your body and their own style rather than copy another person’s tattoo line for line — and if you want this artist’s look, the best option is to book this artist. Copying, references and AI designs →
How do I book something like this?: Message the studio with this photo, your placement and size, colour or black & grey, budget and dates. The “What to include in your first message” box below has a ready-to-copy template. How to message a tattoo artist →

What to include in your first message

What the artist needs from you

Your idea in one line + 2–3 references (this photo is already in the template below) more →
Placement and rough size in centimetres more →
Colour or black & grey more →
Your budget range more →
Dates you’re free; OK with more than one session? more →
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 Black Atlas: Deposit: not listed · Touch-up: not listed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — call +1 847-269-1288 to confirm.

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