Coverup Tattoos

A great cover-up tattoo is about much more than simply hiding old ink. It's an opportunity to create something new that you're genuinely excited to wear. Whether you're covering an old name, a faded design, a tattoo that no longer reflects your style, or a piece that simply didn't heal the way you hoped, our artists take the time to design a tattoo that works with your existing piece- not against it.

At Starfolk Tattoo, we create custom coverup tattoos for clients throughout Nashville, Madison, Hendersonville, Goodlettsville, and the surrounding Middle Tennessee area. Every coverup begins with an honest consultation, where we'll evaluate your existing tattoo, discuss your goals, and recommend the best approach. Sometimes a successful cover-up requires a larger design, darker values, or a different subject matter than originally planned, but thoughtful planning makes all the difference. At Starfolk we don not approach coverup tattoos by simply slapping a big dark piece over the existing one, but instead utilize even the tiniest areas of space and light to create visual relief in the design in the most tasteful way possible.

Our artists have experience designing coverup tattoos in a variety of styles, including: American Traditional, Japanese Traditional, Floral, Animal, Fantasy, and custom illustrative designs. Bold composition, strategic color choices, and strong contrast help create tattoos that look intentional rather than simply covering what came before.

If you're searching for a tattoo shop in Nashville or Madison, TN that specializes in custom coverup tattoos- we'd love to help! Bring us your ideas- or simply bring the tattoo you'd like to transform- and we'll work with you to create a design you'll be proud to wear for years to come.