How much would a half sleeve tattoo cost?

I live in Dc and I wanted to know what is the average cost of a half sleeve tattoo. I want two koi fish transforming into 2 dragons with lotus flowers. I understand that each tattoo artist may charge differently, but there has to be a base right?

How much would a half sleeve tattoo cost?
There is no base. Each artist is different. Look at portfolios first, don't worry about cost. Quality costs. If you go looking for a bargain you will get shoddy work.


Once you find the artist whose style is what you want, talk to them. Tell them you want a full sleeve, either bring them what you have drawn up or have them draw it.


I have a full backpiece that has taken almost a year to complete. I go in whenever I have 2 or $300 to spare and we work around that.


A good artist will always be able to work something out. You wouldn't want a full sleeve done in one session anyway, since your skin swells and gets irritated.
Reply:you've already pretty much answered your question. depending on the experience of the artist and the establishment they work at the price could range anywhere from 500-1000 bucks. another factor you have to add in is the amount of detail and shading that you want. the more detailed the more expensive. also how many colors do you want. the more color the more expensive. i know most smaller less known shops start at a base of around $50-75 while larger and better shops start at $100 an hour.
Reply:I'm out in California so take my knowledge with that in mind. But from what I've seen, and I've got quite a bit of ink work done over the years and around the world, it varies greatly from artist to artist, and shop to shop. They can vary from charging for the piece, not a smart choice, to charging by the hour. I feel that by the hour is a much more fair way to do it. Now, I've been charged a pretty wide range of prices by the hour too. So it really comes down to the artist. Choose based on whether or not the artist does the work you like in the style you want it. BE PICKY. Especially for a piece that big. Pick through their portfolio's like crazy. Once you find one, then discuss price. A lot of them will start out charging a certain amount but after a while, if you're getting a lot of work done, they'll work with you on the price. Good luck. New tat's are really exciting.
Reply:It depends on the detail, the artist, colors, ect. it doesnt cost anything to go into a trusted shop and explain what youre wanting and getting a quote on a price. There really isnt a significant answer to this untill you go in and ask for yourself.. good luck.. %26lt;3BrE

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