Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Tarot Tattoo, 250 Main Road, Clovelly, Cape Town, 7974, South Africa.

How painful is a full sleeve tattoo?

Full Sleeve: Noticeable on our 5-step pain scale — most of the arm is mild, but the inner elbow and wrist are sharp. 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 full sleeve healing is moderate (large area), and it is visible in short sleeves.

How will a tattoo like this age?

All tattoos soften slightly over the years as the skin renews itself and the sun breaks pigment down. Size, placement and sun protection matter more than the style name.

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 realism tattoo of insect on the full sleeve

Tattoo by:

Nikita

Kaneki Mask and Centipede Full Sleeve

A black & grey realism tattoo featuring a male figure, placed on the full sleeve. It depicts Kaneki Ken (Anime — Tokyo Ghoul). By Nikita at Tarot Tattoo.

Depicts:🎭 Kaneki Ken — Anime — Tokyo GhoulSubject:🧍 People🚹 Male Figure 🐾 Animals🐞 Insect

Style:🖼️ Realism

Placement:👕 Full SleeveColor:🩶 Black & Grey↕️ Vertical📍 Cape Town, South Africa

Tattoo by Nikita

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?: A black & grey realism tattoo featuring a male figure, placed on the full sleeve. It depicts Kaneki Ken (Anime — Tokyo Ghoul). By Nikita at Tarot Tattoo.
Where was this tattoo done?: This tattoo was done at Tarot Tattoo, 250 Main Road, Clovelly, Cape Town, 7974, South Africa. View on Google Maps →
How painful is a full sleeve tattoo?: Full Sleeve: Noticeable on our 5-step pain scale — most of the arm is mild, but the inner elbow and wrist are sharp. 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 full sleeve healing is moderate (large area), and it is visible in short sleeves. When can I swim, work out, tan? →
How will a tattoo like this age?: All tattoos soften slightly over the years as the skin renews itself and the sun breaks pigment down. Size, placement and sun protection matter more than the style name. 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 Tarot Tattoo: Deposit: not listed · Touch-up: not listed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — ask to confirm.

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