How tattoo pricing works
Everything you need to know before booking — no surprises.
Rates vary based on the artist’s experience, specialisation, and the complexity of your project. You’ll be quoted a rate at consultation before any work begins.
These are general estimates to help you plan. Final pricing depends on placement, detail, colour, and any design adjustments agreed at consultation.
| Size | Est. time | Est. price |
|---|---|---|
| Small Minimalist symbol, tiny script, small geometric |
15 min – 1 hr | $150 – $200 |
| Medium Palm-size design, moderate detail, small floral |
1 – 3 hrs | $180 – $600 |
| Large Half-sleeve section, detailed animal, larger floral |
3 – 6 hrs | $540 – $1,200 |
| Full sleeve Full arm coverage, linework, colour, or shading |
15 – 25+ hrs | $2,700 – $5,000+ |
- Size — larger tattoos take more time and cost more
- Detail & complexity — fine linework, heavy shading, or dense pattern work all add time
- Colour — full colour pieces take longer than black & grey
- Placement — areas that are harder to tattoo (ribs, hands, feet) may take longer
- Custom artwork — fully custom designs may involve a design fee depending on complexity
- Artist experience — senior artists charge at the higher end of the studio rate
A deposit is required to secure your appointment. This is redeemable against the final cost of your tattoo.
All estimates are provided and confirmed during your consultation. We won’t start work until you’re happy with the quote.
If you’d like a fully custom design, we’ll discuss your idea at consultation and our artist will create something unique for you. Depending on the complexity, a separate design fee may apply — this is redeemable against your tattoo cost.
If you have reference images or inspiration, bring them along or upload them when you send your enquiry.
Ready to get an estimate?
Use our calculator to get an indicative price for your tattoo idea.