Blackwork tattoos make bold statements with solid black ink coverage.
Blackwork Tattoo Ideas
Discover the best blackwork tattoo ideas. Explore 500+ tattoos using solid black ink to create contrast-heavy designs. Find your perfect blackwork tattoo.
Pain Level: Medium to High
Duration: 4-12 hours
From $300-600
Style Characteristics
- • Solid black ink coverage
- • Bold patterns and tribal influences
- • High contrast negative space
- • Often large-scale pieces
Popular Placements
Upper arm Full sleeve Back Chest Thigh Leg
Price Range
Small (2-5cm) $300-600
Medium (6-15cm) $600-1500
Large (16cm+) $1500-4000
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Blackwork Tattoo Tips & Aftercare
Before Getting Your Tattoo
- • Research artists specializing in blackwork style
- • Bring reference images and discuss your vision
- • Stay hydrated and get plenty of sleep beforehand
- • Avoid alcohol 24 hours before your appointment
- • Eat a good meal before your session
Aftercare Instructions
- • May require longer healing time due to ink saturation, keep moisturized
- • Apply thin layer of healing ointment 2-3 times daily
- • Avoid swimming, soaking, and direct sunlight
- • Don't pick or scratch at scabs or peeling skin
- • Contact your artist if you notice signs of infection
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