Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at West Seattle Tattoo, 4517 California Ave SW, Suite G2, Seattle, WA 98116.

How much would a tattoo like this cost?

A piece like this is estimated at $1200-$1600. This is based on pricing confirmed by the studio, but still not a quote — message the studio for an exact price.

How painful is a upper arm tattoo?

Upper Arm: Mild on our 5-step pain scale — mostly muscle, easy to keep still. 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 upper arm 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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black & grey chicano tattoo of female figure on the upper arm

Tattoo by:Daniel SasPublished on:

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Chicano Girl with Sugar Skull Upper Arm

A black & grey chicano tattoo featuring a female figure, placed on the upper arm. By Daniel Sas at West Seattle Tattoo.

Subject:🧍 People🚺 Female Figure 🔱 Symbols & Objects💀 Skull

Style:🎭 ChicanoTechnique:ⓘ 🌫️ Whip Shading

Size:🖐️ Large (20-30cm)Complexity:ⓘ 😥 ComplexPlacement:🦾 Upper ArmColor:🩶 Black & Grey⬛ SquarePainⓘ ⚡ Mild (2/5) · healing: easy🔬 Tags only (not scanned yet)ⓘ📍 Seattle, United States

Estimated time: 7–12 hours, 2–3 sessionsⓘ

Estimated price for this size & complexity: $1200–$1600

This estimate is narrowed from Daniel Sas's price range using this tattoo's complexity — not a quote. For an exact quote, message us on Instagram

Tattoo by Daniel Sas

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?: A black & grey chicano tattoo featuring a female figure, placed on the upper arm. By Daniel Sas at West Seattle Tattoo.
Where was this tattoo done?: This tattoo was done at West Seattle Tattoo, 4517 California Ave SW, Suite G2, Seattle, WA 98116. View on Google Maps →
How much would a tattoo like this cost?: A piece like this is estimated at $1200-$1600. This is based on pricing confirmed by the studio, but still not a quote — message the studio for an exact price.
How painful is a upper arm tattoo?: Upper Arm: Mild on our 5-step pain scale — mostly muscle, easy to keep still. 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 upper arm 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 West Seattle Tattoo: Deposit: $100–200 depending on art prep; non-refundable, non-transferable · Touch-up: not listed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — ask to confirm.

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