# Custom Sleeve Design

Large Scale Tattoo Sleeves

Detailed full and partial sleeve projects designed to flow naturally with your body and personal story.

A considered sleeve plan gives your ideas room to develop into one connected piece.
A More Personal Way to Build Your Sleeve
I design full and partial sleeves around your preferred imagery, style, and the natural shape of your arm. The process considers how each element sits on its own and how it connects with the sections around it. This creates a composition that can be built over time without losing its overall direction.
Sessions are approached with care and attention to linework, shading, scale, and placement. Whether you are starting with a clear concept or bringing together several ideas, I help shape the project into a cohesive tattoo that feels personal and visually balanced.
Ideal For
Clients planning a full sleevePartial sleeves with room to growConnected ideas needing one clear directionDetailed, custom tattoo projects
How It Works
Share Your Ideas: Tell me about your references, themes, placement, and overall goals.Shape The Design: I develop a sleeve direction that brings the imagery and composition together.Build The Project: We tattoo the sleeve in considered stages, refining the work as it develops.

- Sleeve project

## About

With a decade of experience I create custom tattoos for people who want artwork with presence, personality, and depth. Based at INX Tattoo Studio in Lincoln, I specialise in large-scale sleeves, black and grey, geometric, dotwork, and also coverJapanese-inspired, gaming tattoos because I’m an massive nerd and cover ups. I design every tattoo to look strong from every angle, combining careful detail with a relaxed, friendly studio experience. Whether you have a clear idea or need help shaping one, I am here to make something genuinely yours.
I have also trained some insanely talented Artists across the UK so you’re in safe hands. 
We have the largest studio in the City with an amazing team and our second studio just across the road also houses Inx Coffee Co. 

## Services

- [Custom Tattoo Design](https://mattegantattoo.com/services/custom-tattoo-design.md): I create original tattoos tailored to your ideas and placement.
- [Black and Grey Tattoos](https://mattegantattoo.com/services/black-grey-tattoos.md): I create layered black and grey work with depth and shading.
- [Long Day Sessions](https://mattegantattoo.com/services/long-day-tattoo-sessions.md): If you’re serious about a larger piece.  I provide extended sessions for substantial tattoo coverage. Feel free to check out my Instagram to see these.

## FAQ

### How do I choose the right tattoo design?

You don’t need to come to me with a full design. Just a rough idea, reference photo, another tattoo you like or something you have made on your phone will give me enough of an idea to make sure we’re both on the same page design wise. 

### What should I consider when choosing tattoo placement?

Placement affects how a tattoo flows with the body, how visible it is, and how much space the design has to develop. Im always happy to talk through these considerations and suggest an approach that suits the artwork and your personal preferences.

### Can a tattoo be customized from an existing idea?

100%! Many tattoo designs begin with a general  concept, reference, or theme and are then adapted into a tattoo that flows perfectly with your body. And yes. I’m happy for you to send me AI images that I will then redesign to help make it personal to you.  (No idea why so many other artists cry about this) I’ll work with whatever you can bring to the table. 

### How should I prepare for a tattoo appointment?

Arriving rested, hydrated, and ready to communicate clearly can help create a more comfortable experience. It is also helpful to follow the my guidance and mention any relevant concerns before the session begins. I want you to have an amazing tattoo just as much if not more than you do. 

### What is the best way to care for a new tattoo?

Aftercare helps protect the tattoo while the skin settles and should be followed according to the instructions we will go over during your appointment. Keeping the area clean, avoiding unnecessary irritation, and paying attention to how the skin responds are important parts of responsible aftercare.

## Contact

- Email: matt@inxtattoo.com
- Address: Lincoln, UK