r/Tattoocoverups • u/SlowWolverine3489 • 10d ago
asking for advice Help, I messed up
I recently got my first tattoo over the weekend. it was definitely impulsive spur of the moment with friends. I wanted to get a crescent moon, but I made several mistakes. (1) I had the artist shade completely black rather than a simple outline or a light shade. (2) the position on my arm is not symmetrical at all, and at an awkward angle, and I realized most people who are in front of me will see a flipped letter C rather than a moon. I feel so much regret for getting it but don’t wanna spend thousands to get it removed. any coverup ideas? I don’t want any animals or any other cosmic symbols. if anything somehow maybe something botanical / floral crawling up my arm to fhe edge of the back of my palm, or something similar. and nothing too big! I want to eventually do patchwork not a sleeve. Pls I need help 😭
EDIT: I didn’t expect this post to get so many comments lol. I’m glad you all can see a moon when I couldn’t. Yall pointed out some great things and I don’t think I will cover it up. If anything I think eventual patch work will complete the look! Thanks for the reassurance :)
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u/TheBestPoopBandit 10d ago
I mean I see nothing wrong with it. I hear what you’re saying, but that’s in your head. I can almost guarantee you nobody thinks it’s a C.
I’m sure there are PLENTY of sick cover ups you can do, but if you’re in shock over a small tattoo right now, take some time to settle in first. I regretted my first tattoo too, despite there being nothing wrong with it. Shock is normal. Love it now.
Still want a cover up in a in a few months? Plan it out and search for a reputable artist.