An old tattoo is not a life sentence. Bring it in and we will tell you honestly what is possible.
A cover up works by putting new, darker ink over old ink. That means the new design usually has to be bigger and darker than what is underneath.
Very dark or very solid old work is the hardest. Sometimes the right answer is a few laser sessions first to fade it, then cover what is left. We will say so rather than promise something that will not work.
The good news is that most tattoos people hate are small, faded, or thin. Those cover beautifully, and often smaller than you would think.
A photo works to start, but seeing it in person tells us far more.
What will work, what will not, and whether fading it first is smarter.
The old shape guides the new one. That is the craft of a good cover up.
Bring in the tattoo you regret. The opinion is free and completely honest.
Get an honest opinionNot every one. Very dark and very solid work is hardest. We will tell you honestly, and sometimes suggest fading it with laser first.
Usually yes, at least somewhat. New ink has to sit over old ink, which needs room to work with.
Rarely. Fine line work is light by nature, so it does not hide older ink well. We will suggest something with more weight.
More than a fresh tattoo of the same size, because it takes more planning and more time. You get the full price at your consult.
Yes. We would rather lose the booking than put work on you that will not sit right.
