Cover Up tattoo by a Baron Art artist

7 artists · 5 studios

Cover Up Tattoo Artists in Los Angeles, El Monte, Long Beach, Orange & Berkeley

Reworking or hiding an existing tattoo with a design planned around it — darker, denser and usually larger than the original.

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Cover Up tattoo artists at Baron Art

Cover Up tattoo FAQ

Can any tattoo be covered up?

Most can, but dark or dense pieces need a larger, darker design or some laser lightening first. Send clear photos of the existing tattoo and the artist will tell you what is realistic.

Will the old tattoo show through a cover-up?

A well-planned cover-up hides the original by working its shapes into the new design. The artist chooses subject, size and darkness with that in mind, which is why cover-ups are custom, not flash.

How do I book a cover-up?

Send a custom tattoo request with photos of the existing tattoo, plus the idea and placement. The artist reviews it and replies with what is possible, a quote and dates.