Tattoo Cover-ups

Tattoo Cover-Ups explores how artists transform old, unwanted, or faded tattoos into new, fresh designs. Learn about cover-up feasibility, design strategies, placement considerations, and tips for achieving the best possible results.

Side by side images of an extensive upper arm cover-up tattoo done by Cracker Joe working at a tattoo shop in Connecticut. The before tattoo is faded and poorly done and the after tattoo is a well-executed mythology scene with a starry night sky.

Cover-Up Tattoos: What's Possible (and What's Not)

Have an old tattoo you’re ready to move on from? This guide breaks down what’s possible with cover-up tattoos, what to expect from the process, and how color and new school styles can transform unwanted ink.

Dec 17, 20253 min read

Tattoo Cover-ups

Cover-Up Tattoos: What's Possible (and What's Not)

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