Viking Compass and Raven Trash Polka Shoulder

A trash polka, realism and geometric tattoo of vegvisir Viking compass with raven, placed on the shoulder. Done in black with colour accents. By Ronnie "Black Crow" Belcher at Mr Lucky's.

Composition:🧩 Led by Vegvisir Viking compass, with RavenⓘSubject:🏺 Cultural Motifs🛡️ Viking & Norse 🐾 Animals🐦 Bird

Style:🔴 Trash Polka 📐 Geometric 🖼️ RealismTechnique:ⓘ ➰ Linework

Size:🖐️ Large (20-30cm)Complexity:ⓘ 😥 ComplexPlacement:🤷 Shoulder 🦾 Upper ArmColor:🌘 Black with Color AccentsDefined byⓘ style 50% · subject 35% · colour 15%🔬 TatSeek scan v3ⓘ📍 Cape Town, South Africa

Estimated time: 5.5–7.5 hours, 2 sessionsⓘ

Estimated price for this size & complexity: R7700–R10500

This estimate is narrowed from Ronnie "Black Crow" Belcher's price range using this tattoo's complexity — not a quote. For an exact quote, message us on Instagram or call +27 84 588 6005

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?

A trash polka, realism and geometric tattoo of vegvisir Viking compass with raven, placed on the shoulder. Done in black with colour accents. By Ronnie "Black Crow" Belcher at Mr Lucky's.

Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Mr Lucky's, 28 Justice Walk, District Six. View on Google Maps →

How much would a tattoo like this cost?

A piece like this is estimated at R7700-R10500. This is an estimate, 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?

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 →