White Rabbit with Pocket Watch Neo-Traditional Shoulder

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?

A neo-traditional tattoo of White rabbit in a ruffled collar, plus smaller details: red pocket watch, chains, open book, placed on the shoulder. Done in black with colour accents. Depicts White Rabbit (Alice in Wonderland, Film/TV). By Crystal Thorns at Black Atlas.

Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Black Atlas, 953 W 18th Street. View on Google Maps →

How much would a tattoo like this cost?

A piece like this is estimated at $1400-$1900. 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?

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 →