Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Real Gone, 2957 Wyandot Street.

How much would a tattoo like this cost?

A piece like this is estimated at $3600-$4700. 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 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?

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 child in a skeleton costume with staircase to a tower on the full sleeve

Tattoo by:

Gage TurnerPublished on:

realgonedenver.comⓘ

Skeleton-costume Child with Lollipop Neo-Traditional Full Sleeve

A neo-traditional tattoo of child in a skeleton costume with staircase to a tower, plus smaller details: moon and planets, placed on the full sleeve. Done in black and grey. By Gage Turner at Real Gone.

Composition:🧩 Led by Child in a skeleton costume, with Staircase to a towerⓘSubject:🔱 Symbols & Objects🦴 Skeleton 🏛️ Buildings & Architecture ✨ Celestial🌙 Moon

Style:🌹 Neo-Traditional

Size:💪 Very Large / Sleeve (30cm+)Complexity:ⓘ 😥 ComplexPlacement:👕 Full SleeveColor:🩶 Black & Grey↕️ Vertical🔬 TatSeek scan v3ⓘ📍 Denver, United States

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

Estimated price for this size & complexity: $3600–$4700

This estimate is narrowed from Gage Turner's price range using this tattoo's complexity — not a quote. For an exact quote, send us a message or call +1 720-774-5113

Tattoo by Gage Turner

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?: A neo-traditional tattoo of child in a skeleton costume with staircase to a tower, plus smaller details: moon and planets, placed on the full sleeve. Done in black and grey. By Gage Turner at Real Gone.
Where was this tattoo done?: This tattoo was done at Real Gone, 2957 Wyandot Street. View on Google Maps →
How much would a tattoo like this cost?: A piece like this is estimated at $3600-$4700. 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 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?: 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 →
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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 Real Gone: Deposit: not listed · Touch-up: not listed · Design: not listed · Wait: not listed. Policies differ between studios — call +1 720-774-5113 to confirm.

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