Side Tattoo Photo #13688

The area offers a long, curved surface ideal for flowing scripts, botanical compositions, and figure designs that stretch from armpit to hip. The trade-off is higher pain and longer healing due to the rib bones and constant body movement.

Blackwork tattoos use solid black ink in bold, graphic compositions. The style ranges from large filled areas and heavy patterns to intricate designs that rely on contrast between ink and bare skin.

The shoulder's rounded shape gives tattoos a natural frame, wrapping designs around the deltoid muscle. It's a versatile placement that transitions easily into a sleeve or back piece.