Black Craft Tattoo Collective · Charlotte, North Carolina
Custom tattoo sleeves.
A single idea. A complete composition. We create custom sleeve tattoos in Charlotte, from focused forearm pieces to full arm and leg projects in black and grey or color realism.
Bring your references, the stories you want to tell, and a photo of the area. We’ll help you plan the artwork, coverage, and sessions around your project.
Plan your sleeve
Artist: Luis Dajer
Artist: Luis Dajer
Artist: Alexis Torres
Artist: Luis Dajer
Choose your coverage
Start with the whole picture.
A focused panel
One inner or outer panel of the forearm or upper arm. A good starting point for a main subject, with room to plan how future work will connect.
A connected section
A larger composition around the upper arm or forearm. We discuss wraparound coverage, focal points, and transitions before setting the session plan.
A complete sleeve
A shoulder-to-wrist arm project or a larger leg composition. We plan the main imagery and background together so the work follows your body.
Pricing & sessions
Plan your investment.
These quarter-sleeve estimates follow our studio pricing guide. Final pricing depends on your artist, coverage, detail, and existing tattoos.
Forearm quarter sleeve
$1,300–$1,500
Typically one session; some projects are divided into two. Covers an inner or outer forearm panel.
Upper-arm quarter sleeve
$2,200–$3,000
Typically two sessions. Covers an inner or outer upper-arm panel from shoulder to elbow.
Half & full sleeves
Custom quote
We’ll estimate the sessions and cost after reviewing your concept, dimensions, style, and any existing work.
Quarter-sleeve pricing is not a quote for a full wraparound half sleeve. We’ll clarify the exact coverage during your consultation.
From reference to composition
How we plan your sleeve.
Share your idea
Send your subjects, reference images, preferred style, budget, and photos of the area—including existing tattoos.
Build the composition
Your artist helps you choose the main subjects, size, placement, and connections between pieces. Tell us if you want to expand the tattoo later.
Map the sessions
We review estimated pricing and scheduling before you book. Your artist will explain how to prepare and care for the work between appointments.
Explore black and grey realism, color realism, and our healed tattoo gallery.
Sleeve tattoo questions
How many sessions does a sleeve take?
The number depends on coverage, detail, style, existing work, and session length. A full sleeve is planned across multiple appointments. We’ll give you a project-specific estimate at your consultation.
Can you connect tattoos I already have?
We can assess ways to connect existing pieces with additional imagery or background. Send clear photos of every side of the area so your artist can evaluate the available space. If you want to change existing work, explore our cover-up tattoos.
Can I build a sleeve one section at a time?
Yes. Tell your artist about your long-term plan before the first piece. Planning the overall composition helps preserve space for future subjects and transitions.
Which artist should I book?
Compare Luis Dajer’s portfolio and Alexis Torres’s portfolio with the style you have in mind. You can name your preferred artist in your consultation request.
Your next project starts here
Let’s plan your sleeve.
Visit Black Craft Tattoo Collective at 5716 Wyalong Drive, Suite J, Charlotte, NC 28227. Send your idea and references to begin your consultation.
Request a sleeve consultation