Full Color Sleeve

Color sleeves

All of the examples below are just that — examples. Every tattoo is unique, and some pieces may require more or less time. That said, I hope the information below helps you get a better idea of what to expect when booking your next full-color sleeve with me.

For full-day sessions (6–9 hours) I charge a flat rate of $2,000. Full-color sleeves are long, detailed projects — typically around 8 sessions to complete.

Session breakdown

When we're doing multi-day sessions back to back, I usually like to start at the top of the arm and work my way downward. That helps with healing, layering, and overall flow. This isn't a strict formula — every project is unique, and the actual session layout can vary depending on the design and how well your skin responds.

You'll notice the arm is split into seven distinct sections. That's intentional, because I usually reserve the final session for finishing touches, detail refinement, or any areas that need a second pass. It helps ensure a cohesive, fully healed sleeve with as little trauma to the skin as possible.

When it comes to leg sleeves, we're potentially looking at 10–14 sessions.

Ready to start?

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Full color tattoo sleeve of skulls and ribs in fire, completed in 8 sessions by Javi Antunez at Tattooed Theory.
Full color Egyptian tattoo sleeve with a falcon god and mummy over a galaxy background, completed in 8 sessions by Javi Antunez at Tattooed Theory.
Diagram of an arm divided into seven numbered sections showing the order Javi Antunez tattoos a full color sleeve, session by session.
Diagram of a leg divided into eleven numbered sections showing the session order Javi Antunez uses for a full color leg sleeve.