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Solid black blackout coverup tattoo over existing work

Blackout Coverup Tattoo

Ran a full blackout layered over existing tattoo work. Coverup blackouts need deeper packing than fresh ones because the under-ink has to disappear under an even tone. That means multiple sessions for me, careful saturation, and time between visits to let the skin recover.

I left the cut at the lower edge straight across, which keeps the silhouette clean and gives a hard edge for the eye to settle on. Blackwork like this takes well over time when the panel is built to hold an even tone. The design depends on edges, not on internal detail.

I take coverup and blackout consultations at the Wellington studio, email me if it's something you're weighing up.

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By Rhys Thomas at Whitetail Tattoo, Level 3, 41–47 Dixon Street, Te Aro, Wellington, New Zealand

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Common Questions About Blackwork in Wellington

Does blackwork hold up better than colour?
Generally yes. Solid black ink stays denser and more legible over decades than colour, which can soften and shift. If you want something that still reads clearly in twenty years, blackwork is the safest long-term bet.
How long does a blackwork piece take?
Small blackwork pieces run one to two hours. A palm-sized graphic piece is usually a single sitting of two to three hours. Larger panels (forearm, calf, back placements) are typically booked across multiple sessions.
Can blackwork cover an old tattoo?
Often yes. Bold blackwork is one of the strongest cover-up languages going, especially over faded line work. Send me a clear photo of the existing piece in your DM and I can plan around it.