Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Cary Street Tattoo, 6 West Cary Street.

How much would a tattoo like this cost?

A piece like this is estimated at $250-$300. 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 calf tattoo?

Calf: Mild on our 5-step pain scale — good muscle padding, sharper near the shin and ankle. 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 calf healing is easy, and it is visible in shorts.

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.

black & grey neo-traditional tattoo of moon on the calf

Tattoo by:Jordan JonesPhoto source:

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Ghost and Castle Neo-Traditional Calf

A black & grey neo-traditional tattoo featuring a moon, placed on the calf. By Jordan Jones at Cary Street Tattoo.

Subject:✨ Celestial🌙 Moon

Style:🌹 Neo-Traditional

Size:✋ Medium (10-20cm)Complexity:😥 ComplexPlacement:🦿 CalfColor:🩶 Black & Grey↕️ Vertical📍 Richmond, United States

Estimated time: 2–3 hours, 1 session

Estimated price for this size & complexity: $250–$300

This estimate is narrowed from Jordan Jones's price range using this tattoo's complexity — not a quote. For an exact quote, message us on Instagram or call +1 804-308-2563

Tattoo by Jordan Jones

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?: A black & grey neo-traditional tattoo featuring a moon, placed on the calf. By Jordan Jones at Cary Street Tattoo.
Where was this tattoo done?: This tattoo was done at Cary Street Tattoo, 6 West Cary Street. View on Google Maps →
How much would a tattoo like this cost?: A piece like this is estimated at $250-$300. 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 calf tattoo?: Calf: Mild on our 5-step pain scale — good muscle padding, sharper near the shin and ankle. 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 calf healing is easy, and it is visible in shorts. 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 Cary Street Tattoo: Deposit: not listed · Touch-up: Free if needed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — call +1 804-308-2563 to confirm.