Market Flash
These are the designs that you’ll probably leaf through in the studio catalogue. They have remained popular over the years and are frequently requested by clients. Hearts, roses, symbols, and more will generally be considered as market flash. They require less design input and tend to be generic patterns and pictures. It means that the same tattoo design may be used on more than one client, and your tattoo will not be unique. Market flash designs are still an ideal way to offer a fun, simple tattoo at a lower cost than collector flash or custom ink.
Collector Flash
Collector flash falls between market flash and custom ink. A collector flash design is a unique piece of artwork created by the tattoo artist. They will mimic the style and interest of the tattoo artist, like any other artwork. Many tattoo artists have gained a following through their collector flash designs. Customers are willing to pay extra and wait longer for the unique designs of their favourite artists. Collector flash also lets the artist’s individual style shine through and allows them to fine-tune their ideas without external input.
Flash Tattoo vs. Custom Ink: What’s the Difference?
Flash designs are an excellent entry into the world of tattoo art without committing to a full custom tattoo. Flash designs, particularly market flash, are usually smaller and simpler. If you’re looking for something quick that can be achieved in one sitting, a flash tattoo is ideal. Some people prefer more input into the design of their tattoo. They may want their ink to mean something personal to them, or, perhaps, they have their own specific ideas about what they want their tattoo to resemble. The tattoo artist will sit down with you and draw the design while incorporating your instructions and amendments. Custom tattoos designs are generally larger and more intricate than flash designs. Whole back tattoos or full sleeves are usually custom-designed features. Flash art tends to be smaller and simpler, designed to be finished in one session. Extra design time, multiple sittings, and a large surface area will also be reflected in the cost of a custom tattoo.
Custom vs. Flash: At a Glance
Benefits of Flash
Source of Inspiration Quick and simple and completed in one sitting Lower costsDownsides of Flash
Designs are not unique Little opportunity for customer inputBenefits of Custom
Completely unique design that will not be repeated on other customers Customer input creates the tattoo just as you want it Covers a larger areaDownsides of Custom
Higher costs Possible multiple sittings required The design process can take timeReady to Explore Your Own Flash Tattoo?
At Chronic Ink Tattoo, our talented artists are ready to help you explore Flash and other tattoos to make sure you find something you’ll want to show off for decades to come. If you’re in the Toronto, Markham, Mississauga, Kitsilano Vancouver area drop by our shop and check us out for yourself.
Tell us Your IdeaTattoo Studio Locations
Downtown Toronto
378 Yonge Street, 2nd Floor, Toronto, Ontario M5B 1S6 Directions
Midtown Toronto
252 Eglinton Ave East, 2nd Floor, Toronto, Ontario M4P 1K2 Directions
Markham
7381 Kennedy Road, Unit #105, Markham, Ontario L3R 5B5 Directions
Mississauga
100 City Centre Dr., Unit #2-311, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2C9 Directions
Vancouver
1804 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, British Columbia V6J 1M3 Directions
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