JohnMcLauchlan Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 (edited) image: https://imgur.com/a/xLeM4 About a month ago, I got a sleeve from a friend of a friend for $100 (Dumbest decision ever) because I thought why not. I was not using logic at the time because I was so eager and excited. Anyway, my tattoo is supposed to be a rose sleeve but they don't even look like roses, more like crappy origami. How easily do you think my sleeve could be re-worked if I went to a legitimate artist? Does it look to hard to fix without laser fading? I don't mind having to stick to the rose design, I just want t to look good. I haven't consulted any artists in my city yet because I don't have money at the moment, so I thought I'd ask on here. Edited March 11, 2018 by JohnMcLauchlan grammar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SStu Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 I've seen worse, but there is a good bit of dark in it - so re-working will depend on the quality of the artist, and you're gonna pay real $ for that. We might be able to send recommendations so you can get a consult and see. Where are you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NihilNovum Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 That's not even that bad at all! I was expecting a total train wreck. If you're fine with the layout of it then it should be easily fixable by someone competent as it wont really even be a total cover up. Some artists might say no to doing it though because it would be a boring commission for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synesthesia Posted March 11, 2018 Share Posted March 11, 2018 When I heard $100 sleeve, I expected much worse. I think what's making it look like origami to you is just it has some harder edges than you would normally find on something soft and smooth like a rose. With some smoothing out of the shading, I think it could easily get a more appropriate texture and better convey the delicacy of the roses. Not a hard thing to fix at all for someone who specializes in black and gray, imo. Where are you based so we can suggest artists? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnMcLauchlan Posted March 11, 2018 Author Share Posted March 11, 2018 I stay in Auckland New Zealand :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnMcLauchlan Posted March 11, 2018 Author Share Posted March 11, 2018 (edited) Hey guys I'm back :) Found 2 nearby artists who might be able to fix my sleeve..? Haven't consulted yet but will do when I have a new job :) 1).A local reputable artists who specializes in black and grey. I haven't seen any cover up or repair work on his page, but I think he could handle the job. 2). Another local artist who specializes in cover ups, though his cover up work is neo-trad and japanese. Edited March 11, 2018 by JohnMcLauchlan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hogrider Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 My advice would be don't be in a hurry and don't cheap out. You've done that once with predictable results. I wouldn't go to anyone who didn't have extensive coverup experience. What you have isn't going to be cheap, quick or easy to fix. Gingerninja, SStu, JTJTJT and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SStu Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 Yep. Talk to a few. Gather knowledge and get a feel for personalities/abilities. Sacred is a world class shop located in Auckland. Be prepared to work for it and wait. oboogie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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