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Black ink spider web tattoo radiating joint with red spider

Spider Web Tattoo

I ran the radial line work out from a tight centre, with the long strands following a natural curve. The web sits in pure black, with a single red spider as the focal point, and older traditional fillers I'd done previously carry the rest of the panel.

A radial pattern like this reads from any angle. The spokes pull straight under tension and bunch into a denser pattern at rest, so the piece always has a clear silhouette. This is blackwork at its most graphic: thick line work, one accent colour, and negative space doing the structural work.

If you want a web like this in Wellington, flick me a message on Instagram and we'll sort it.

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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.