{"id":15254,"date":"2021-07-13T05:16:04","date_gmt":"2023-01-09T16:47:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saved-tattoo.com\/?p=15254"},"modified":"2024-03-11T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-03-11T00:00:00","slug":"tattoo-sizes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saved-tattoo.com\/tattoo-sizes\/","title":{"rendered":"Tattoo Sizes: Expert Guide With Examples (2024 Updated)"},"content":{"rendered":"
Too many people spend hours agonizing over the design and style of their tattoo. And sure, these are essential aspects you need to decide on before you get inked\u2026 but never underestimate the power of size and placement! Deciding on tattoo sizes is such an important thing to do. It can make or break your tattoo design.<\/p>\n
Oh, and this is seriously important. Laser tattoo removal<\/a> can cost thousands of dollars (we know, we\u2019ve written extensively on the topic) so making sure your dream tattoo is perfect the first time, is so vital!<\/p>\n In this guide to tattoo sizes, we\u2019ve covered some brilliant tattoo size examples plus included charts for tattoo size prices, session times, and good placements.<\/p>\n The size of your tattoo impacts numerous things, just like the placement.<\/p>\n Imagine planning and drawing your dream tattoo for months, only to discover that your tattoo artist thinks it\u2019s impossible in the size you want!<\/p>\n That\u2019s why our guide is so important. Make sure you read all the info we\u2019ve collated on tattoo size and chat with your chosen tattoo artist about what\u2019s possible and what isn\u2019t.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve created these figures as a rough guide, based on our own experiences and a sample of tattoo artists we queried.<\/p>\n Each session is defined as roughly 2 hours, although a session can range anywhere from 1 hour to 5 hours depending on the tattoo artist. The cost per session is highly variable too, so don\u2019t be surprised or disappointed if your tattoo quote is higher than expected \u2013 read our section below about what can impact the tattoo price besides size.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve also got some tips on how to tell if a quote is too high and over-priced.<\/p>\n Please keep in mind that these figures are only estimates and averages. For example, a 1-inch tattoo of a fine line heart, with no detail at all, is going to take a lot less time and potentially be a lot cheaper than a 1-inch tattoo of a realistic, highly detailed and shaded dice tattoo.<\/p>\n It\u2019s all relative!<\/p>\nWhy Tattoo Size Matters<\/h2>\n
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Tattoo Size Chart<\/h2>\n
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\n Tattoo Size<\/strong><\/td>\n Number of Sessions<\/strong><\/td>\n Approx. Cost<\/strong><\/td>\n Good Placements<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n <1 inch<\/td>\n <1<\/td>\n $50<\/td>\n Ear, wrist, toe, finger<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 1-2 inches<\/td>\n 1<\/td>\n $100<\/td>\n Wrist, ankle, clavicle<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 2-3 inches<\/td>\n 1-2<\/td>\n $150<\/td>\n Wrist, ankle, upper arm, calf<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 3-4 inches<\/td>\n 2<\/td>\n $200<\/td>\n Chest, neck, lower arm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 4-5 inches<\/td>\n 2-3<\/td>\n $250<\/td>\n Shoulder, ribs, lower back, thigh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 5-7 inches<\/td>\n 5<\/td>\n $300<\/td>\n Half sleeves, upper arm, upper back<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 7-10 inches<\/td>\n 7<\/td>\n $400+<\/td>\n Sleeves, hip, thigh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n 10-15 inches<\/td>\n 8-9<\/td>\n $500+<\/td>\n Back, side body, full leg sleeve<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \n >15 inches<\/td>\n 10+<\/td>\n $700+<\/td>\n Full body<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n 2×2 Tattoo Size<\/h3>\n