Best Tattoo Shops in Sydney
We reviewed 87 tattoo shops (and artists) in Sydney to find the best in the city. If you’re looking to get a tattoo in Sydney, you’ll want it done by a Top Expert.
Edited by Eric Lyerly
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If you want to transform your body with some beautiful ink and be your own walking piece of art, we’ll help you find the best place to get it done in Sydney.
Whether you’re after a traditional design or simply want a unique tattoo added, we’ve got you covered. We know how important it is to choose a tattoo shop that not only has experienced tattoo artists, but also makes cleanliness a high priority.
Top 23 Tattoo Shops in Sydney
We rated each of our Top Experts tattoo shops according to the following
- Training of tattoo artists - We look at the experience, design specialties, and level of training of each of the tattoo artists.
- Customer service - We look at studios that provide excellent customer service, not only during the tattoo session but after the session too.
- Techniques and designs - You need to get the perfect design result you want, whether it’s your first tattoo or you’re back for more.
1. Tattoora
| Address: | 17/79-81 Old South Head Rd, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 |
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| Phone: | 02 8021 1322 |
| Reviews: | 5/5 ⭐ from 1214 reviews across 2 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo, Piercing |
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Tattoora is nestled in Bondi Junction. It is a studio that specializes in body tattoos and piercings.
They have been operating for 10 years, with their experienced artists able to advise clients on the best way they want their vision brought into reality. The shop has a walk-in artist and piercer on site who can accommodate clients’ needs every day. Their selection of body jewelry is unparalleled, with suppliers such as BVLA and Anatometal.
They also stock cool products from other popular brands like LeRoi or Gorilla Glass. Tattoora studio’s minimum price is $100 and the hourly rate is $200.
2. The Darling Parlour Tattoo
| Address: | 4/13 Beattie St, Balmain NSW 2041 |
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| Phone: | 02 9555 6316 |
| Reviews: | 4.9/5 ⭐ from 869 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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The Darling Parlour is a Sydney-based tattoo studio that offers high-quality, custom designs.
They take private bookings and offer walk-in appointments as well. Their artists specialise in most styles of tattooing, including American Traditional and Japanese/Oriental.
They also offer Fineline or Dotwork to their clients, too. The owners are husband-and-wife Moses and Sasha. The Darling Parlour is one of the most innovative tattoo studios in Sydney.
The minimum price for their tattoo service is $250 and goes up to $1300 depending on the size, placement, and details of the design.
3. Kaleidoscope Tattoo & Body Piercing
| Address: | 255 Bondi Rd, Bondi NSW 2026 |
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| Phone: | 02 9365 0167 |
| Reviews: | 4.7/5 ⭐ from 912 reviews across 2 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo, Piercing |
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Kaleidoscope Tattoo was established in 1995 at the famous Bondi Beach.
Their tattoo artists are experts in a wide range of styles like Japanese, traditional, neo-traditional, oriental, watercolour, fine-line, and realism. Some of their designs have been featured in major tattoo publications and media outlets.
All the artists and staff at the studio are fully trained to avoid any health-related contaminations. They practice hospital-grade sterilization techniques and single-use needles and equipment. Kaleidoscope Tattoo requires a deposit of $100 or more depending on how intricate the design is.
The cost of a tattoo starts from $120 for a small one.
Do you have a tattoo that you regret? They also accept clients who wish to fix or cover up a bad tattoo.
4. Valhalla Tattoo and Piercing
| Address: | 3a/195 Oxford St, Bondi Junction NSW 2022 |
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| Phone: | 0478 695 348 |
| Reviews: | 4.9/5 ⭐ from 766 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo, Piercing |
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The artists at Valhalla Tattoo and Piercing specialize in traditional Norse mythology, making them the ideal studio for clients looking to get a custom tattoo based on their preferences.
Their artists have experience in tailoring this kind of tattoo depending on their client’s requests. They are professionals in all the traditional styles of tattooing from Japanese and realism, to fine line. The shop charges a minimum of $100 for a small tattoo. When it comes to piercing, their professional piercer has been in the industry for 16 years now.
They provide Titanium Jewelry for those who are sensitive to certain metals. Piercing prices start from $30 depending on which body part it will be put.
5. Tora Sumi Tattoo
| Address: | 381 Darling St, Balmain NSW 2041 |
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| Phone: | 02 9818 5045 |
| Reviews: | 4.9/5 ⭐ from 558 reviews across 2 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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Tora Sumi Tattoo is a shop located at Darling Street in Balmain that has been around for 10 years.
They specialize mainly in custom tattoos and watercolor designs, but they also do Japanese and American traditional tattoos. Design fees are not charged but if there are major changes, the artist may ask for a fee depending on the time spent creating the design. For the tattoo cost, the shop charges a minimum of $180.
The final price depends on the artist, design, and placement. Tora Sumi doesn’t accept clients whose age is under 18 years old.
6. Authentink Tattoo Studio
| Address: | 306/4-14 Buckingham St, Surry Hills NSW 2010 |
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| Phone: | 02 8399 1973 |
| Reviews: | 4.9/5 ⭐ from 1374 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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Authentink Tattoo Studio is Sydney’s Irezumi specialist studio, renowned for the many unique styles of traditional Japanese tattooing.
This establishment has been running since 25 years ago and was founded by Kian “horisumi” Forreal who brings all his experience to produce quality workmanship. Authentink Tattoo Studio is home to four artists who specialize in Japanese Tattooing.
These tattooists are committed to daily practicing their craft of authentic irezumi and hormono styles that date back centuries ago.
The shop’s minimum shop price is $150 but each artist may charge a different rate based on their years of experience or abilities and speed. Artists charge between $200 and $250 per hour.
We think that if you are looking for a specific style of Japanese tattooing, then this studio is the best place to go.
7. Pretty in Ink Tattoo
| Address: | 986 Victoria Rd, West Ryde NSW 2114 |
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| Phone: | 02 9808 1380 |
| Reviews: | 4.7/5 ⭐ from 711 reviews across 2 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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Pretty in Ink tattoo studio is a family-run studio that has been in business for 5 years now.
They are located in the heart of West Ryde, Sydney. They offer custom high-quality tattoos in different styles including Japanese or oriental, American traditional, water colour, pop culture, full colour realistic, and black and grey realistic.
Their artists are also experts in portraits, Mandala and sacred geometry, fine line, Chicano, and micro tattoo art. To secure bookings, clients must pay a deposit fee of $50-$400 depending on the style and size of the tattoo. Their hourly rate is $180 and the minimum tattoo charge is $150.
8. Markd Tattoo
| Address: | 132 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016 |
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| Phone: | 02 8592 4371 |
| Reviews: | 5/5 ⭐ from 330 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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Markd Tattoo is a studio located in Sydney that opened their business in 2019. Even with just 3 years in business, Markd Tattoo artists have been in tattoo industry for over 10 years now with tons of experience.
They do most styles that their clients may want from Western traditional to Japanese traditional. Their artists are experts in full colour, realism, black and grey, geometric, neo-traditional, dots and lines, Polynesian, and even script. For their inks, artists are using black and coloured inks vegan which are cruelty-free.
The studio has a minimum charge of $110 for the cost of setup and breakdown.
9. The Art Of Tattoo Studio
| Address: | 430 Parramatta Rd, Petersham NSW 2049 |
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| Phone: | 02 9568 1242 |
| Reviews: | 5/5 ⭐ from 309 reviews across 2 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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The Art Of Tattoo Studio is operating for over 25 years now, serving tattoo lovers in inner west Petersham, Sydney.
The studio’s artists are not just experts in tattooing but also in body piercing. The Art Of Tattoo Studio is known to offer Ta moko custom tattoo, a traditional tattoo practice by Māori, New Zealand’s indigenous people. If you’re looking fora Ta moko tattoo in Sydney, this is the spot to go.
They also do black and grey, lettering, skull tattoos, and a lot more. Prices typically start from $150 and can go up depending on the artist and the design.
10. Lighthouse Tattoo
| Address: | 1 Pemberton St, Botany NSW 2019 |
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| Phone: | 02 9316 4565 |
| Reviews: | 5/5 ⭐ from 239 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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Lighthouse Tattoo has two studios located in Botany and Surry Hills.
They have been operating since 2011, marking its 11 anniversary this year. They have specialist tattoo artists in major styles of tattooing. That includes Japanese and western traditional, black and grey, neotraditional and illustrative, dot work, geometric, script, and portraiture.
Additionally, they are also servicing clients who wish their old tattoos to be covered-up. An initial consultation is required for this. All bookings made with both of the Lighthouse Tattoo studios will require a non-refundable deposit to secure the appointment.
Cancellation notice must be made 48 hours prior. They are open from Mondays to Sundays.
11. King St Tattoo
| Address: | 192 King St, Newtown NSW 2042 |
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| Phone: | 02 9517 4190 |
| Reviews: | 4.5/5 ⭐ from 212 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo, Laser Tattoo Removal |
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With 22 years of experience in piercing and body tattooing, King St Tattoo has gained talented tattoo artists that cater to their customers in and around Sydney.
Their studio is a custom and walk-in shop that is located in Newtown, Sydney’s inner west area known for arts and entertainment. Their team of tattooers is an expert in a diverse range of styles from script to butterfly tattoos to full Japanese sleeves and body designs.
The price minimum is $110 and goes up depending on size, location, detail, or style. If the design will require 5 or more hours, it will be priced at an hourly rate. The hourly rate is $200.
12. Wicked Ink
| Address: | 394 High St, Penrith NSW 2750 |
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| Phone: | 02 4722 9107 |
| Reviews: | 4.6/5 ⭐ from 2390 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo, Piercing, Cosmetics, Laser Tattoo Removal |
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Wicked was founded 24 years ago, the year 1998. Their first studio was located in the Western Suburbs of Sydney in Penrith.
They have now additional stores located in Goulburn and Campelltown. All in all, Wicked Ink has 12 talented and experienced artists who cater to the customers’ needs and wants. They offer several styles including portrait, new school, illustrative, traditional, neo-traditional, Japanese, colour realism, black & grey realism, biomechanical, tribal, and a lot more.
Piercing services and cosmetic tattooing are also available in Wicked Ink. Price minimum for tattoos is $100 with an hourly rate of $160.
13. Broadway Tattoo and Body Piercing
| Address: | 229 Broadway, Glebe NSW 2037 |
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| Phone: | 02 9552 2077 |
| Reviews: | 4.6/5 ⭐ from 572 reviews across 2 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo, Piercing, Jewellery |
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The Art Of Tattoo Studio is operating for over 25 years now, serving tattoo lovers in inner west Petersham, Sydney.
The studio’s artists are not just experts in tattooing but also in body piercing. The Art Of Tattoo Studio is known to offer Ta moko custom tattoo, a traditional tattoo practice by Māori, New Zealand’s indigenous people.
They also do black and grey, lettering, skull tattoos, and a lot more. Prices typically start from $150 and can go up depending on the artist and the design.
14. Inner Vision Tattoo & Piercing
| Address: | 150 Abercrombie St, Redfern NSW 2016 |
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| Phone: | 02 9211 4023 |
| Reviews: | 4.6/5 ⭐ from 577 reviews across 2 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo, Piercing |
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Inner Vision Tattoo & Piercing has been in business for 27 years after its establishment in 1995.
The studio is located in Sydney’s inner city the Surry Hills on Crown Street. Inner Vision is the winner of Sydney’s Best Tattoo Studio Best of Sydney for two consecutive years, 2012 and 2013.
This studio has a team of highly skilled artists, who are passionate about serving their clients’ needs of bringing their visions to life. They’re committed to following strict sterilization techniques so that all their tattoos are safely made.
Apart from tattoo services, they also offer body piercing but only on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
15. Bondi Ink Tattoo
| Address: | 4/72-76 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach NSW 2026 |
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| Phone: | 02 9365 5101 |
| Reviews: | 4.2/5 ⭐ from 459 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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Bondi Ink has been doing the tattoo and piercing business for over 10 years now.
They are located in the iconic Bondi Beach in Sydney, thus accepting both local and international clients. Clients can also watch Bondi Ink in two of its reality TV shows aired on major TV networks including Netflix.
The show is called Bondi Ink Tattoo Crew premiered on July 2015 and is now being aired on Eleven. Consultation is free of charge. After the tattoo idea has been finalized or determined, the artist will give a quote of how much the tattoo will cost.
Should a client decide to book, they will be required to pay a deposit which comes off their total balance on the day.
16. Blacktown Tattoo Studio
| Address: | 1/6 Sunnyholt Rd, Blacktown NSW 2148 |
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| Phone: | 02 9676 3166 |
| Reviews: | 4.6/5 ⭐ from 255 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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Blacktown Tattoo Studio is serving tattoo enthusiasts in Sydney for over 22 years now.
Strategically located at Sunnyholt road Blacktown, this studio has experienced artists that can do bright and colorful tattoos, realism, and more. If the client wishes his design to be customized, the artist can suggest a consultation with drawing fee required.
For the cost of the tattoo, the artist may charge a small tattoo a set price, while bigger ones will be charged on an hourly basis, depending on the artist.
Deposits, a minimum of $50, are non-refundable and will come off the total cost at the end of the session.
17. Skin Deep Tattoo
| Address: | 351 King St, Newtown NSW 2042 |
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| Phone: | 02 9557 0002 |
| Reviews: | 4.4/5 ⭐ from 451 reviews across 2 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo, Piercing |
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Skin Deep Tattoo is located in King Street Newtown. The business is running for 22 years now since its establishment in the year 2000.
The artist can do any style of tattoo from realism to portrait, from new school to neo-traditional, and a lot more. Artists are experts in watercolour tattooing, hand and arm tattooing, and face tattooing. They also do Japanese and tribal styles. Their basic charge for a tattoo is $110 for a small symbol or script.
Aside from tattoo services, the studio also offers navel piercing, tongue piercing, and nose piercing. The piercing price starts from $60 depending on the body part.
18. Free Spirit Tattoo Manly
| Address: | 24A Darley Rd, Manly NSW 2095 |
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| Phone: | 02 8966 9663 |
| Reviews: | 4.9/5 ⭐ from 220 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo, Piercing, Laser Tattoo Removal |
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Free Spirit Tattoo Manly is based on Manly in Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Jason and his team established this studio back in 1998. They are known for their traditional Japanese tattoos and realistic portraits.
But for Jason Kousal, owner and one of the artists, is an expert on portraits, animals, and flower tattoos. He loves creating custom tattoos for his clients and oftentimes mixes his styles and works.
Free Spirit is offering not only tattoos but piercing, tattoo cover-ups, and tattoo laser removal as well. For their piercing, they have lobes, tragus, helix, conch, nostril, lip, rook, nipple, eyebrow, and navel piercings.
19. The Tattoo Movement
| Address: | 21/112 McEvoy St, Alexandria NSW 2015 |
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| Phone: | 02 8313 8082 |
| Reviews: | 4.8/5 ⭐ from 279 reviews across 2 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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Tattoo Movement was established by its owner Deepak Munsami in Alexandria, Sydney in 2013.
It is a well-known place in this city for its international, award-winning artists who are constantly on the go and work hard to provide high-quality art. They specialize in a range of styles that include: Japanese, American traditional, realism, geometric, portraits, watercolour, black and grey, tribal, and polka trash.
The studio process usually starts with a consultation. At this stage, the artist will discuss the options and will educate the client about the tattoo process.
Once satisfied, the client may now book a session with a deposit fee that comes off the price. The price depends on how big and complicated the design is and who the artist tattooing.
20. Art On Skin
| Address: | 2/66 Hampden Rd, Artarmon NSW 2064 |
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| Phone: | 02 8095 9560 |
| Reviews: | 5/5 ⭐ from 383 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo, Piercing, Laser Tattoo Removal |
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Art on Skin is a licensed tattoo and boutique-style studio of piercing and laser tattoo removal located in Artarmon Sydney. It was established by a female tattoo artist name “Flick” in 2014.
The tattoos made by artists at Art On Skin are all custom-made for each client. They may choose from a variety of styles like realism, dot work, blackwork, Celtic, fine-line, geometric, lettering, new school, traditional, neo-traditional, Japanese, and cover-ups.
The studio is using state-of-the-art facility for its services. For example, they are using the Quanta Q plus C Laser Machine and Zimmer cooling system to ensure the fast and effective removal of unwanted tattoos.
All tattoo bookings require a $50 non-refundable deposit fee. All the things they use in the process are vegan-friendly.
21. INK CULT Tattoo
| Address: | 140A Liverpool Rd, Enfield NSW 2136 |
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| Phone: | 0499 530 197 |
| Reviews: | 4.9/5 ⭐ from 121 reviews across 3 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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INK CULT Tattoo is located at Liverpool Rd., Enfield, Sydney, and is open from Monday to Sunday.
They have professional tattoo artists who specialize in different styles. One of the studio artists is known for his anime and pop cultured style tattoos but also does geometric and blackwork tattoos, too. Other artists are experts in realism and dark and grey designs.
They also have a script specialist and a body piercer who specializes in Neo-trad. Deposits are required to secure appointments.
22. Sole Tattoo Gallery
| Address: | G015C, Unit #G015C/20 Smidmore St, Marrickville NSW |
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| Phone: | 02 8960 1887 |
| Reviews: | 4.9/5 ⭐ from 97 reviews across 1 profile |
| Services: | Tattoo, Piercing |
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Sole Tattoo Gallery is situated at Smidmore St Marrickville and is open from Mondays to Sundays.
Their tattoo artists are known experts in several tattoo forms and designs. This includes Fineline, colour realism, micro-realism, anime, illustrative, neotraditional, traditional Asian, black work, graphic colour work, cartoons, and more. Getting a tattoo from Sole Tattoo will require a deposit of $100 that is non-refundable.
They charge $110 for a 2-hour session depending on the artist and the design requested. The studio is also offering body piercing with a $20 deposit and tooth gems that usually take 10-15 minutes but take longer for multiple designs.
23. Whistler Street Tattoo
| Address: | 5/18 Whistler St, Manly NSW 2095 |
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| Phone: | 0421 627 857 |
| Reviews: | 4.4/5 ⭐ from 101 reviews across 2 profiles |
| Services: | Tattoo |
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Art on Skin is a licensed tattoo and boutique-style studio of piercing and laser tattoo removal located in Artarmon Sydney. It was established by a female tattoo artist name “Flick” in 2014.
The tattoos made by artists at Art On Skin are all custom-made for each client. They may choose from a variety of styles like realism, dot work, blackwork, Celtic, fine-line, geometric, lettering, new school, traditional, neo-traditional, Japanese, and cover-ups.
The studio is using state-of-the-art facility for its services. For example, they are using the Quanta Q plus C Laser Machine and Zimmer cooling system to ensure the fast and effective removal of unwanted tattoos.
All tattoo bookings require a $50 non-refundable deposit fee. All the things they use in the process are vegan-friendly.
Conclusion
Choosing a tattoo shop and finding the perfect tattoo artist is not always easy, especially when there are plenty of studios to choose from.
With our list of the best tattoo shops in Sydney, we hope we’ve helped you find the best parlour and tattoo artist that can transform your ink into the perfect design you want.
Looking for a new fade to go with your tat? Check out our list of the best barbershops in Sydney.
FAQ
It typically takes 2-3 weeks for the outer layer of the skin to heal after a tattoo session. However, it can take up to 6 months for the tattoo to completely heal.
This depends on the size of the tattoo. A bigger design can take longer and if there is a lot of detail it can take two or more sessions. On the other hand, a small tattoo can take less than an hour.