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Large radiating black spiderweb centred with figural blackwork above and below

Blackwork Spiderweb Tattoo

Centred a classic radiating spiderweb design here in blackwork. Simple in concept, unforgiving in execution. The radial lines have to converge precisely on the centre and stay even as the body bends and straightens, which is one of the harder things I get asked to pull off cleanly.

I used this piece as a bridge between existing blackwork above and below, knitting separate panels into a continuous full coverage piece with figural work flanking the web. This kind of joint placement is tricky because of how the skin behaves, and a design like this owns the local geometry rather than trying to ignore it. Bridging pieces matter to me, they're what turn a collection of tattoos into a coherent body of work.

Pokestay Tattoo, Wellington, through @pokestaytattoo or pokestaytattoo@gmail.com.

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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.