Woman with Thorns and Cross Sleeve

Questions & answers

What is this tattoo?

A black & grey fine line tattoo featuring a female figure, placed on the full sleeve. By Dylan de Lange at Fine Line.

Where was this tattoo done?

This tattoo was done at Fine Line, 8 Mackeurtan Ave, Durban North, 4051. View on Google Maps →

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?

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 →