Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Loose Screw Tattoo, 3313A W Cary St.

How much would a tattoo like this cost?

A piece like this is estimated at $2250-$2950. 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 shoulder tattoo?

Shoulder: Mild on our 5-step pain scale — thick deltoid muscle and a flat surface. 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 shoulder 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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Neo-traditional tattoo of owl with flowers on the shoulder

Tattoo by:

Anna WolffPublished on:

loosescrewtattoo.comⓘ

Owl and Peonies Neo Traditional Upper Arm

A neo-traditional tattoo of owl with flowers, placed on the shoulder. Done in black and grey. By Anna Wolff at Loose Screw Tattoo.

Composition:🧩 Mainly Owl, with FlowersⓘSubject:🐾 Animals🦉 Owl 🌿 Nature & Plants🌸 Flower

Style:🌹 Neo-TraditionalTechnique:ⓘ ▪️ Stippling

Size:💪 Very Large / Sleeve (30cm+)Complexity:ⓘ 😥 ComplexPlacement:🤷 Shoulder 🦾 Upper ArmColor:🩶 Black & Grey↔️ Horizontal📏 ≈33 cm (24–53)ⓘInkⓘ ⚫ Black 60%🩶 Grey 40%Detailⓘ ✏️ DetailedDefined byⓘ subject 80% · style 20%🔬 TatSeek Vision Scan v4ⓘ📍 Richmond, United States

Estimated time: 13–18 hours, 3–4 sessionsⓘ

Estimated price for this size & complexity: $2250–$2950

This estimate is narrowed from Anna Wolff's price range using this tattoo's complexity — not a quote. For an exact quote, send us a message or call +1 804-342-1981

Tattoo by Anna Wolff

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?: A neo-traditional tattoo of owl with flowers, placed on the shoulder. Done in black and grey. By Anna Wolff at Loose Screw Tattoo.
Where was this tattoo done?: This tattoo was done at Loose Screw Tattoo, 3313A W Cary St. View on Google Maps →
How much would a tattoo like this cost?: A piece like this is estimated at $2250-$2950. 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 shoulder tattoo?: Shoulder: Mild on our 5-step pain scale — thick deltoid muscle and a flat surface. 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 shoulder 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 Loose Screw Tattoo: Deposit: About 25% of the tattoo cost · Touch-up: not listed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — call +1 804-342-1981 to confirm.

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