Estimate tattoo session time • Calculate ink coverage • Professional planning tool
Accurately estimate coverage area, session time, ink usage, and pricing for your tattoo projects. Plan multi-session work with confidence.
Calculate how much skin area you can cover based on needle configuration, technique, and session duration.
Estimate realistic session time based on tattoo size, complexity, and body location.
Calculate estimated ink usage based on coverage area, technique, and saturation level.
Calculate suggested pricing based on time, complexity, and your hourly rate.
Understand tattoo sizes with everyday object comparisons
3.4" × 2.1"
7.1 sq in
6.1" × 3.0"
18.3 sq in
7" × 4"
28 sq in
9.5" × 4.1"
39 sq in
8.5" × 5.5"
47 sq in
8.5" × 11"
93.5 sq in
Coverage and Time Estimates: All calculations are based on industry averages and may vary significantly based on individual artist skill, technique, client skin type, design complexity, and other factors. Always use professional judgment and adjust estimates based on your experience.
Pricing Guidance: Pricing recommendations are for reference only. Actual pricing should consider your local market, overhead costs, experience level, and business model. This tool does not provide financial advice.
Ink Consumption: Ink estimates include typical waste factors but may vary based on technique, equipment, and artist efficiency.
Client Safety: Always prioritize client wellbeing over speed. Some clients may require shorter or longer sessions than estimated. Watch for signs of fatigue, pain, or shock.
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