Christchurch Tattoo Pricing & FAQs

At Z.TATZ, a black and grey forearm sleeve with standard detail is approximately $2,600 NZD. The outer forearm panel is $1,350 and the inner forearm panel is $1,250. Together they cover the forearm wrap. We confirm your design and agreed price at consultation.

A standard detail black and grey calf sleeve at Z.TATZ is approximately $2,700 NZD. This combines the $1,350 outer calf panel and $1,350 inner/back calf panel for a full lower leg wrap from knee to ankle. Coverage and detail are confirmed at consultation.

Z.TATZ’s approximate price for a black and grey thigh sleeve with standard detail is $4,500 NZD. Front, side and back thigh panels are each listed at $1,500. We discuss how the design wraps and connects before confirming your quote.

A standard detail black and grey full arm sleeve at Z.TATZ is approximately $5,100 NZD. This combines the outer upper arm including the shoulder ($1,600), inner bicep ($900), outer forearm ($1,350) and inner forearm ($1,250). The hand is priced separately at $750. We plan the sleeve as one connected design and agree on the final price at consultation.

A standard detail black and grey full leg sleeve at Z.TATZ is approximately $7,200 NZD. The front, side and back thigh panels total $4,500, while the outer and inner/back calf panels total $2,700. We plan the design to connect through the knee and confirm coverage, detail and the agreed price at consultation.

Z.TATZ’s black and grey full back pieces are approximately $6,000 to $8,000 NZD, with $7,000 as the general project estimate for standard detail. A full back is one connected back piece rather than an arm or leg sleeve. We confirm the design and quote when we meet.

A standard detail black and grey full front at Z.TATZ is approximately $6,500 NZD. The chest panel is $2,500 and the torso and ribs panel is $4,000. We plan the sections together to flow with your body and confirm the quote at consultation.

Z.TATZ creates some of the best black and grey tattoo work in Christchurch, with a focus on realism, coverups and large scale pieces. Choosing the right artist is personal: explore the portfolio and before and after gallery to see whether Z’s style suits your idea, then meet at Astoria Ink to discuss it.

Z.TATZ creates some of the best custom black and grey sleeves in Christchurch, focusing on connected designs that wrap around the arm or leg and flow with the body. A consultation is the starting point for planning the subject, placement, coverage and agreed price.

I charge by the piece, not by the hour. The time estimates in my price guide help you plan your sessions. My consultation quotes are very consistent with my price list, and once we agree on a price, we stick to it.

My standard detail black and grey panel prices apply to male and female clients of any body size. Body size alone does not change the listed panel price. Exceptionally detailed designs or extra work may cost more, and we discuss that before agreeing on the quote.

Z.TATZ focuses on black and grey tattoos, including realism, large scale sleeves and coverup work. The published pricing guide is for black and grey pieces with standard detail.

Book a 15 minute consultation with Z.TATZ at Astoria Ink in Christchurch’s city centre. Bring your ideas, references and preferred placement. For a coverup, include clear photos of the existing tattoo. We discuss the design, coverage and detail, then agree on a price before your tattoo booking.