A blackout tattoo is as it sounds; a tattoo process that involves covering a large area of skin with a solid, opaque layer of bold black ink. Reasons people request a blackout tattoo include the following:
- To honor one’s culture. Blackout tattoos have cultural roots in Polynesia, South Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa, where they generally symbolize strength and status.
- Can be used to completely coverup a tattoo that someone no longer likes.
- Can be used to completely coverup a gang affiliated tattoo.
- Can be used to coverup a large and complicated scar that other tattoo designs cannot adequately hide.
- Can be used to coverup large stretch marks that other tattoo designs cannot adequately hide.
- Can be added as a part of an overall body art concept that includes other designs (as per the featured image above).
- A client simply likes the aesthetic.
Or, in some cases you need to blackout tattoo because you’ve turned on your motorcycle club and stepson who is the new president of the MC (spoiler alert):
Whatever your motivation may be, you have come online and typed “Blackout tattoo Vancouver” into your search browser to find a studio that can get the job done right. Sleight of Hand (SOH) is that studio. Below is a quick breakdown of everything you need to know prior to booking your appointment.
Why Choose Sleight of Hand to a Blackout Tattoo in Vancouver BC
Tattooists Specializing in Blackout Tattoos
Some assume that a blackout tattoo is easy. However, a careful and steady hand is required to navigate a client through the long and often arduous process. In the wrong hands, a blackout tattoo can be quite painful (level contingent upon placement) and taxing on a client’s mind and body. It’s certainly not the job for a fine line or watercolor style specialist.
SOH has more than one of Vancouver’s top blackout tattoo artists on staff. Your tattooist will ensure the greatest amount of comfort and get the job done in a safe and efficient manner. More importantly, the result will be the striking and bold aesthetic you are hoping for.
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How Long Does a Blackout Tattoo Take?
This is completely contingent upon the size of the canvas and your pain tolerance. Typically, covering a large area with solid black ink requires about two or three separate sessions, with each session taking several hours. But again, this all depends on the size and threshold for pain and discomfort. Your initial (and FREE) consultation will help determine this.
Example of Blackout Tattoo
Sorry, couldn’t resist. 😉
All fun aside, the scope of a blackout tattoo is a big and important one. The best step for you to take today is to schedule a FREE consultation at Sleight of Hand in downtown Vancouver BC. Our blackout specialist will meet with you, listen to your desires, and ensure that you get a safe, successful, and cost efficient blackout tattoo.
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