r/Tattoocoverups

Ash from Third Eye Tattoo in Vancouver, BC re-inked one of my older tattoos of a wolf howling with a yin yang / a great wave during a full moon in the middle.

What do you think?

So this post is loooong overdue. I will probably post this in multiple subreddits.

My artist Slava Bodrov deserves so much credit for this work as well as being patient with someone who could not sit very well.

The original tattoo was the middle part (eye) when I was 21. A very heavy handed artist who left scars.

The dragon above was done in my 30’s by some random dude.

And then Slava started his work in 2022

Instagram @bodrov_artist
Slavabodrovtattoos.com

After 6 hours my skin was angry but by god im happy

It was a like 3x4 inch thick, dark anti-possesional on my chest

The artist was great

Simply put, I hate this. It's a drawing my ex made on my hand the day we broke up.

That relationship brings back bitter memories. I never wanted a romantic relationship; I gave in because everyone told me I was too young to decide I didn't want one (relationship) in my life. It was a very vulnerable time; she was going through a high depressive episode with psychotic symptoms. Seeing this tattoo reminds me how bad my health was and how much I disrespected myself.

I'd like to be able to cover it with something I like; I love tattoos on my hands; I have one I love on my left hand, but I definitely don't want this one. What can I do?

Cover up for Vivian ❤️ So cool seeing people you knew when you were younger coming to get tattooed now. Yall are the best ever for trusting me with reimagining your tattoos together

Tattooing in Dallas, Tx at Bat and Cave Tattoo

Would this work to cover the blue? I could perhaps do something like this, but I’m not sure what I would do with the remaining lines. Tattoo removal, or incorporate them somehow?

Please be kind. I know now it was stupid to let my friend at the time do a 420 tattoo on me but I was high at the time and not thinking clearly. Is a cover up possible? I'm also almost a year sober now.

Hello!

I’m looking to cover up this quote- but I have no ideas and can’t seem to find an artist who can suggest some despite the many interests that I’ve given.

I completely understand this is a personal thing.

Would anyone know if this is possible? Would anyone have ideas to what the best themes could be when trying to cover up something like this?

I love fantasy, books, wildflowers, quotes/music lyrics, traveling… I could go on 😅

The closest we’ve decided is a tree, however that particular tattoo I always dreamed of having on my thigh.

Thanks!

Really want to upgrade my arm to make it more cohesive. I’ve got two different styles of flowers, the color is faded, and the newest addition which I love (butterfly) doesn’t really jive with the rest of it. How can I make this into a sleeve that makes sense?! Also, I’m not really sure how to approach an artist about this. It’s not really a cover up, but more like a revamping? Any advice is appreciated! 🙏🏽💙

I got this tattoo about 20 years ago when I was a teenager. It’s roughly 5 inches across point to point (photo attached) and has faded quite a bit over the years.

I’m not looking for a full back piece. Ideally I’d like to stay close to the current footprint, maybe 20–40% larger if necessary.

I’m mainly looking for advice from artists or people who’ve had similar cover-ups:
- Does this look like a good candidate for a cover-up or would a rework make more sense?
- Are there any challenges with the current shape or placement?
- What types of designs might work well with something like this?

I’m trying to understand what’s realistically possible before I consider meeting with artists.

I went to get a tattoo a few days ago, and on my way there saw a flash design that I thought was cute, so of course on impulse I decided to get this tattooed as well just on the side of my wrist/arm. I don’t HATE it, I just wish I had it positioned the other way around (second picture as example). Does it look that weird? Should I get a cover up or just leave it? Just wanting a second opinion :)

This is a memorial tattoo for a piece of shit, and it needs to be GONE.

I’ve been trying to think of something for this amazing sweet woman to get covered up and am struggling really badly. She’s around 40, loves dolphins, flowers, nature, pretty things. She LOVES cats. Please help

I want to cover up the bunny (but NOT the cherries) with something cute like animals/bugs/hearts but I don't want something really big I have no idea how this would be covered up 😭

My friend did this when we were bored and i regret it, id choose anything accept this.. please help

I got this tattooed for my 18th birthday when I panicked after the original tattoo was "complex", I'm just looking for ideas of what I can do to cover this, any thoughts are appreciated Edit: okay gamers, I hear you, I will also take any ideas for incorporating it into a larger piece

Hey there,

I got this virgin mary tattoo on the inside of my arm 2 weeks ago and I am really regretting it (even though I had it in my drafts for over 2 years…) I have the feeling that its way to present and also ruining the flow of my backside ornamental tattoo which I really like.

I got one more session left to add ornametals around the portait & heart, but Im not sure atm if I should proceed or stop it here and directly move on to a cover up or even lasering it.

Is it possible to cover it up? If so what would be designs that could work out? Could ornametals cover it up? Or do you think it will all just make it worse?

Really devasteted -.-

Thankful for every input & comment.

I want to preface this by saying that I already feel really bad about this tattoo, so making fun of me/lecturing me for it will honestly accomplish nothing. It’s one of my biggest regrets.

Almost 2 years ago during one of my worst depressive episodes, I impulsively decided to get this tattoo. If I could undo it, I 100% would. In a heartbeat. My left arm has not seen the sun in a long time and I’m ashamed of it. Not only because I genuinely dislike the tattoo, but also because it reminds me of some of my darkest times.

I have now undergone 4 sessions of picosure and I believe there are 8 in my package. My plan was to get it fully removed and never get another tattoo. However, I’m starting to feel pretty discouraged. I’m not sure this tattoo will fade with only 8 sessions, and I don’t want to keep removing it for years to come. It’s been very hard on me both mentally and physically.

I was wondering what you guys think about a coverup. I am pretty scared because I don’t want to get something over this tattoo that I end up regretting even more. I honestly don’t trust my own judgment at this point. And I’m not even sure if there’s an artist out there willing to tackle this.

I welcome any genuine advice with open arms, but please refrain from making rude comments 🥹