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Originally posted by HTMLlama on r/tattoos on August 8th, 2026.

I got this tattoo 3 weeks ago, and noticed in some areas it’s a bit faded compared to when I first got it and overall looks much lighter. I expected it to lighten up a bit, but not this much. Is this normal? First photo is a few days after I got it, second is how it looks now. Originally posted by Beneficial-Ad3192 on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Completed my first tap out session! 7 hours and I love it. I get a free touch up session. Any suggestions? Originally posted by Abugher on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

This is my very first tattoo so I just want validation that it was done correctly and looks cool. It’s a hyena. Originally posted by Seeingsound77 on r/tattoos on August 8th, 2026.

Originally posted by Vets2015 on r/tattoos on August 8th, 2026.

I got the 2016 eclipse done in 2022 or so, and while it was a cool design and accurate representation, it was readable only to people who had some astronomy background. Most people thought it was a burn or didn't get what it was.

Adding the rabbit in the moon gave it more focus and something for lay people to focus on.

Estefani did remarkable work with color and fine detail. Love it. Originally posted by Trollygag on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

I've got fairly heavy hair growth but feel that the tattoos stand up well enough without trimming it. What are your thoughts on body hair and ink? Just leave it be, or trim to let best show the tattooed? Originally posted by BeardedInkedPiper on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Just got this piece. I'd love your thoughts. Originally posted by OldWorldProblemChild on r/tattoos on August 8th, 2026.

Cathedral-esque piece from today

🏰⛓️🦇🕸✨️. Originally posted by Annexiety711 on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Looking for an artist in Australia that can do a style similar to this guys. Originally posted by CarefulCurate on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by 72blk on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

The handpoked ear was so so easy compared to my last piece on my ankle. I'm adoring my little leaves... rowan and oak.

I have sensory issues and couldn't tolerate piercings - so this was plan B. Photo from freshly done on Monday. Originally posted by Iolair_uaine on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by Leroyleap36 on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by ChavezwithaZ on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by Marxist-tsar on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by KaikoFlora on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

$Done by Dima\_tattoos/ uppsala/ sweden. Originally posted by MathematicianFar3505 on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.$

He did a great job!

First pic was reference pic and it came out super well. Originally posted by Budget_Friend_674 on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Another collaboration piece I did recently! Almost fully healed, about 85% of the tattoo.

I did the ravens, and my collaborator did the geometric part. What do you think of the result and the project overall?

Done in Seattle, WA // Artists [Theo Ivanov](http://instagram.com/iftattoo) x [Newyork](https://www.instagram.com/tattoosby.newyork) // IGs: iftattoo x tattoosby.newyork. Originally posted by Seattle_tattooer on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Censoring just incase!

Fresh linework done by the amazing Amy Jo! She was also the same one to do my stomach. Linework is fresh and will be adding shading and blackout next time. Slowly getting my bodysuit 🥰. Originally posted by Kogiuem on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Be kind, I love him! Existing tattoo that needs to get touched up is from deluxe tattoo in Chicago. Originally posted by Pedanticlawyer on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

I made this piece for Braeden in 4 days in a row. It was around 20-22 hours of tattooing in total. Originally posted by Ivan_Zagusta on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by SingaporeVermicelli on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

I’m having such a hard time finding mixed tattooed styles next to each other on the same person. For example: traditional next to a low poly tattoo. Realism tattoo next to a graffiti style tattoo. I know people usually stick to one style, but I wanna see mixed style! Originally posted by Pawchime on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by Lauriejoetattoo on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by Limp_Tangerine on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by Clanphear on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by Pinkcrayonsaretasty on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by Bipxlar on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by Tasty_Wolverine_7803 on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

fresh in the pic but it’s healed wonderfully since then. thinking about adding light grey webbings behind spidey to make the whole piece more cohesive. Originally posted by Zibzibzibzap on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by KareemM0hamed0 on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Laura Jade @ Godspeed Tattoo - San Mateo, CA. Originally posted by Sicycat on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by Setharcanetattoo on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by Desperate-Respect786 on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

From 1-5 and somehow that was the most relaxed I was all day lol

Griffin from Arcangel tattoo in West Chester, PA. Originally posted by Salt_Habit_4450 on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Got this done years ago. Figure I’ll start getting active on Reddit again. Originally posted by GroundbreakingRush86 on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

Originally posted by Lifeatmach_2 on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.

$Haven’t gotten any ink since l was 19-21, well before the IG glory days of seeing the best artists across the world. Despite going to reputable shops I ended up with about 30 hours of tattoos I don’t love. This is the first tattoo I have ever immediately said “holy fuck this amazing!” Fortunately, my other tattoos are hidden under normal clothing, so the only one that shows is by far the best. Same artist is going to be doing a full sleeve on my other arm in the coming weeks. Got the underside of the pictured arm tattooed as well. Took about 18 hours across two days. That elbow is no joke! Artist: Jean Rodriguez Instagram: jean\_rodrigueztat2 Location: Whittier, CA. Originally posted by DertMagurt on r/tattoos on August 7th, 2026.$