Long, thin Tattoos are exquisite line-based designs that look stunning on almost any body part, according to New York City-based tattoo artist Monikka Velvet, and they’re easy to create, according to Bustle.
Minimalist designs such as symmetrical geometric shapes and puzzles, quote tattoos, and scripts work well within this aesthetic, with delicate lines adding dimension.
Their placement can make all the difference.
Spine
The spine is one of the body’s thinnest parts and makes an ideal canvas for tattoo artists to decorate with intricate designs.
However, getting inked may also be one of the most painful experiences imaginable, depending on your fear of pain and ability to manage stress effectively, along with whether or not you have previous experience getting tattooed.
Being honest about your pain threshold with your artist before embarking on any session will ensure a more positive experience!
This dainty spine tattoo is a striking example of how simple designs can still be meaningful and beautiful.
The tattooist added fine lines and vibrant color, creating balance and symmetry and communicating the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle while at the same time symbolizing women’s strength and power.
Arms
Arm Tattoos make an excellent canvas for creative expression, from portraiture to intricate patterns.
Arms also make for the ideal canvas when designing full or half tattoo sleeves; such sleeves stretch from shoulder and elbow down past the wrist or hand and sometimes trail onto the needle.
Tattooing on arms requires special consideration: when tattooing, clients make fists and stick their elbows outward; this helps you reach the top of the component more efficiently.
Also, consider placing a paper towel under their arm on the chair to prevent slipperiness.
Tattoos on ankles or feet rank extremely high (9/10) on the pain scale, requiring large quantities of numbing cream for relief.
Roman advises not to drink alcohol before receiving a tattoo as this will thin out the blood supply and possibly cause bleeding during your session.
Getting inked where clothing rubs continuously against it (such as the shirt waistband) could result in faded and patchy Tattoos over time.
Legs
Legs make an excellent canvas for long, thin Tattoos as their lines can be delicate and almost watercolored, as well as being dramatic or even shocking with horror-inspired designs, making this choice especially popular during Halloween.
Shins, ankles, and feet are areas with very bony structures with limited to no fat storage and numerous nerve endings, and therefore, rank very highly on the pain scale when getting tattooed; extra precaution is needed in their application.
Changes caused by weight gain or loss can alter the look of tattoos; however, they shouldn’t be seen as cause for alarm.
Stretch marks are the most frequently occurring change and should not be treated as something to fear; these changes can occur anywhere where skin expands faster than it can retract; legs tend to experience this more than other body parts.
These effects can be reduced by keeping the skin adequately hydrated.
