Sleeve tattoos are not for everyone. They take a long time, sitting at the tattoo studio, and lots of sessions to get your arm fully covered in ink, so only the most patient people have what it takes to get one of these. There is something amazing about these pieces because sometimes they will cheat the viewer, who might think it is a piece of printed fabric covering the arm, when it’s actually their own skin. And as every tattoo has a personal meaning for the one who wears it, sleeve tattoos can tell a whole story as they often portray one style or theme, in contrast to those who like having several tattoos of different styles on their arms.
Sleeve tattoos often go from the shoulder to the wrist, but some might choose just half-sleeves or quarter-sleeves, which cover just the upper or lower part of the arm, from the shoulder to the elbow or from the elbow to the wrist, or quarter-sleeves, from the elbow to the wrist. According to tattoo artists, some of these designs can take not only days or weeks, but months or even years to finish, since they need time to be created and for the skin to heal before applying another round of color or set of images. So, if you are thinking about getting a colorful sleeve tattoo, here we have some ideas for themes.
Space
The Sea
Flowers
Stories and pop culture characters
You should always talk to your tattoo artist, tell them what you want, and give them a few ideas, so they can create something that fits your needs. You can give them a few ideas or symbols related to what you want to express in your tattoo, and let them get creative with the colors and design.
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