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 $1100-$1500. 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.

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.

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.

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Illustrative tattoo of skeleton holding a blade on the upper arm

Tattoo by:

Ash ReidPublished on:

loosescrewtattoo.comⓘ

Skeleton with a Blade and Flowers Illustrative Upper Arm

An illustrative tattoo of skeleton holding a blade, plus smaller details: flowers, spiders and web, smoke, placed on the upper arm. Done in black and grey. By Ash Reid at Loose Screw Tattoo.

Composition:🧩 Mainly Skeleton holding a bladeⓘSubject:🔱 Symbols & Objects🦴 Skeleton 🕸️ Spider Web 🌿 Nature & Plants🌸 Flower

Style:🖋️ IllustrativeTechnique:ⓘ ⚫ Dotwork

Size:🖐️ Large (20-30cm)Complexity:ⓘ 😥 ComplexPlacement:🦾 Upper ArmColor:🩶 Black & Grey↔️ Horizontal🔬 TatSeek scan v3ⓘ📍 Richmond, United States

Estimated time: 5.5–7.5 hours, 2 sessionsⓘ

Estimated price for this size & complexity: $1100–$1500

This estimate is narrowed from Ash Reid'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 Ash Reid

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?: An illustrative tattoo of skeleton holding a blade, plus smaller details: flowers, spiders and web, smoke, placed on the upper arm. Done in black and grey. By Ash Reid 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 $1100-$1500. 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 →

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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