FUNKY TATTOO / PIAȚA ROMANĂ, BUCHAREST
Wrist, inner arm, upper arm or shoulder: a balanced tattoo follows the body and leaves room for future additions where needed.
The original gallery below contains photos from the Funky Tattoo portfolio. Final placement and dimensions are discussed individually.
PRACTICAL GUIDE / Arm tattoos
Explore design options, placement advice, pricing factors and aftercare recommendations.
PRACTICAL GUIDE
The wrist is perfect for symbols, short texts, minimalist elements or small florals. It’s discreet, but still visible.
An ideal area for lettering, clean compositions, pieces that read easily. It looks great and can be relatively easy to cover with a long sleeve.
Very visible and perfect for high-impact compositions: animals, large symbols, Asian themes, old school, blackwork, geometric.
Great if you want something more discreet or if you need to cover the tattoo at work. It offers space for medium/large pieces.
The shoulder is excellent for compositions that connect with the chest or with a sleeve. It looks great with round designs, florals, large symbols or Asian themes.
Arm tattoos work great for: lettering/names, symbols, animals, portraits, Asian themes (masks/dragons), geometric/maori/tribal, floral, blackwork and thematic collages.
If you’re interested in lettering, see also: lettering tattoos and name tattoos.
Super premium for realism, portraits, blackwork and high-contrast compositions. If you want something classic and visually strong, black & grey is an excellent choice.
Colour has a big impact, especially for floral, old school, neo-traditional or modern compositions. For colour arm tattoos, the key is contrast and the right size:
if you want fine details and smooth colour transitions, we won’t force a tattoo that’s too small. Full details here: colour tattoos.
Very popular because it “flows” well on the forearm and can look powerful. Here, symmetry, rhythm and spacing between elements matter,
so it doesn’t get overcrowded and stays clean after healing.
PRACTICAL GUIDE
A good sleeve isn’t a collection of pictures placed next to each other. It’s a composition with a theme, rhythm and visual connections.
Usually, a sleeve is built in stages: we start with the main piece (central element), then add secondary elements and background (if needed).
If you know you want a sleeve, tell us from the start—we’ll plan the composition right away.
The arm is a great area for details, but there’s a simple rule: the more complex the design, the more space it needs.
A very complex “walnut-sized” design risks losing clarity. That’s why:
Visibility is the second factor: the outer forearm is very visible; the bicep and shoulder can be covered easily.
If you have work constraints, we discuss them from the start and choose the right area.
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Copy/paste for an estimate:
Design (link/screenshot): ____
Area on the arm: ____
Size (cm): ____
Black & grey / colour / accent colour: ____
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Guideline for black & grey tattoos; colour projects are quoted separately.
The published guideline is 250 RON/hour for black & grey. Realistic colour/portraits use a 300 RON/hour guideline. Final cost depends on size, complexity and work time.
Check the official prices page for current rates. Pricing and estimates
The price depends on size, complexity, placement and black & grey vs colour. Price references are here:
tattoo prices.
For a quick estimate, send the design + size + area.
PRACTICAL GUIDE
A good tattoo still looks good after it heals. Follow the aftercare steps and avoid excessive friction in the first days.
Full guide here: tattoo aftercare.
Important: tattoos are done only for people 18+.
Follow the studio instructions. Seek medical care for signs of infection or other concerning symptoms. Aftercare and healing
PRACTICAL GUIDE
These are original examples from the site; the final design is tailored during consultation.
PRACTICAL GUIDE
Usually the forearm (inner or outer) is the most versatile choice: it looks great, supports many styles, and can be extended into a sleeve.
Yes. If you know you want to continue in the future, we’ll plan the composition so it connects naturally.
Black & grey realism, geometric/maori, Japanese/Asian, old school/neo-traditional, plus clean lettering (if the font and size are right).
Both can look great. Black & grey is classic and elegant; colour has big impact. The choice depends on the design and the vibe you want.
It depends on size and complexity: a small symbol is quick; a sleeve is a project done in stages. We’ll estimate after we see the design and placement.
Yes, if you choose the area above the elbow (bicep/shoulder). The outer forearm is much more visible.
FUNKY TATTOO / BUCHAREST
Send a reference image, approximate dimensions and your preferred placement. We can recommend suitable proportions before booking.