Sun and Dotwork Shoulder

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?

Fine line style tattoo of a celestial on the shoulder. By David DaVinci at Apollo Tattoo Studio.

Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Apollo Tattoo Studio, 2625 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405. View on Google Maps →

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?

Fine detail softens gradually over the years, but at a sensible size it stays readable for a long time. Sun protection matters most; a touch-up after some years is normal. 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 →