I wonder sometimes how those with tattoos afford them, especially when they are on government assistance. Search for sites that post prices, sample from one place:
“Small tattoos are considered “palm sized” - about 4x4 - 5x5 inches. Most tattoos this size tend to stay closer to $250-350 for black illustration-style tattoos, and $350-500 for color tattoos. Expect a slightly higher rate if the tattoo is a cover-up or placed on a challenging part of the body.”
“Heavily detailed tattoos that are larger than a letter-sized sheet of paper; usually half-sleeves and larger. Black illustration-style tattoos tend to stay closer to $800-900, and color tattoos most often require multiple sessions. Full day sessions are typically only available on Fridays & Saturdays, and for these appointments I work an extended day: 12pm-8pm rather than 1pm-7pm. The discounted 8-hour full day rate is $1,200”
YIKES! I think I paid 8 bucks for a Paratrooper tattoo in Fayetteville back in the day, sounds like it would be out of my price range today.