Phoenix Realism Upper Arm

A realism tattoo of phoenix, placed on the outer left upper arm. Done in black and grey. By Arca at Ink DaVinci.

The phoenix filling the piece in high-contrast black and grey. The composition is tall, vertical, with medium outlines; about half of the skin inside the outline is inked.

Composition:🧩 Mainly PhoenixⓘSubject:🐉 Mythology & Folklore🔥 Phoenix

Style:🖼️ Realism

Size:💪 Very Large / Sleeve (30cm+)Complexity:ⓘ 😥 ComplexPlacement:🦾 Upper ArmColor:🩶 Black & Grey↕️ Vertical📏 ≈31 cm (23–50)ⓘMoodⓘ 🔥 FierceInkⓘ ⚫ Black 55%🩶 Grey 45%Detailⓘ ✏️ Very detailedDefined byⓘ subject 70% · style 20% · mood 10%Painⓘ ⚡ Mild (2/5) · healing: easy🔬 TatSeek Vision Scan v4ⓘ📍 Seattle, United States

Estimated time: 11–19 hours, 3–4 sessionsⓘ

Estimated price for this size & complexity: $4500–$6000

This estimate is narrowed from Arca's price range using this tattoo's complexity — not a quote. For an exact quote, send us a message or call +1 206-556-7666

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?

A realism tattoo of phoenix, placed on the outer left upper arm. Done in black and grey. By Arca at Ink DaVinci.

Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Ink DaVinci, 1520 4th Ave, Suite 1512. View on Google Maps →

How much would a tattoo like this cost?

A piece like this is estimated at $4500-$6000. 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?

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 →