Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Apollo Tattoo Studio, 2625 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405.

How painful is a ankle & foot tattoo?

Ankle & Foot: Painful on our 5-step pain scale — bone close to the surface, thin tight skin. 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 ankle & foot healing is harder (shoes and socks rub), and it is often visible.

How will a tattoo like this age?

Thin lines and soft colour are the first things to soften with years of sun and skin renewal — more so when the piece is small or sits on a hand, finger or ankle. Going a little bigger, bolder outlines and daily sunscreen keep it readable longer; a touch-up after some years is normal.

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.

fine line tattoo of leaves & branches on the ankle & foot

Tattoo by:Hannah Newman

Branch Fine Line Ankle

Fine line style tattoo of a leaves & branches on the ankle & foot. By Hannah Newman at Apollo Tattoo Studio.

Subject:🌿 Nature & Plants🍃 Leaves & Branches

Style:🪡 Fine Line

Placement:🦶 Ankle & Foot↕️ Vertical📍 Los Angeles, United States

Tattoo by Hannah Newman

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?: Fine line style tattoo of a leaves & branches on the ankle & foot. By Hannah Newman at Apollo Tattoo Studio.
Where was this tattoo done?: This tattoo was done at Apollo Tattoo Studio, 2625 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405. View on Google Maps →
How painful is a ankle & foot tattoo?: Ankle & Foot: Painful on our 5-step pain scale — bone close to the surface, thin tight skin. 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 ankle & foot healing is harder (shoes and socks rub), and it is often visible. When can I swim, work out, tan? →
How will a tattoo like this age?: Thin lines and soft colour are the first things to soften with years of sun and skin renewal — more so when the piece is small or sits on a hand, finger or ankle. Going a little bigger, bolder outlines and daily sunscreen keep it readable longer; a touch-up after some years is normal. 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 Apollo Tattoo Studio: Deposit: not listed · Touch-up: not listed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — call (310) 331-0605 to confirm.