Fine Line Tattoos in Knoxville, TN

Fine line tattoos use thin needles and light shading for a delicate, drawn-on look. Julie uses it for florals, swords and daggers, dragons and other creatures, script, and small pieces.

Size matters with fine line

Thin lines spread slightly as a tattoo ages. If details are packed too close together, they can blur. Julie may suggest going a little bigger or simplifying small details so the tattoo still reads clearly years from now.

Good placements

Forearm and inner arm
Collarbone and shoulder
Hip, ribs and spine
Behind the ear and the back of the neck

Hands, fingers and feet fade faster because the skin there gets more wear. They’re possible but may need touch-ups.

Healing

Fine line heals quickly but can look lighter in a few spots once it settles. Follow the aftercare guide.

Fine line by Julie

19 pieces by Julie. Tap any photo to see it larger.

Fine-line florals on shoulder tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line florals on shoulder

Fine-line dragon on the stomach tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line dragon on the stomach

Fine-line dragonfly tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line dragonfly

Fine-line lilies across the hip tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line lilies across the hip

Fine-line wildflowers on forearm tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line wildflowers on forearm

Fine-line flowers on upper back tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line flowers on upper back

Fine-line orchids on forearm tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line orchids on forearm

Fine-line vine over the shoulder tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line vine over the shoulder

Fine-line leafy vine on shoulder tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line leafy vine on shoulder

Fine-line hummingbird tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line hummingbird

Fine-line cherry blossom branch tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line cherry blossom branch

Fine-line leafy vine tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line leafy vine

Fine-line flower with name tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line flower with name

Fine-line floral bouquet tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line floral bouquet

Fine-line flowers with hummingbird tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line flowers with hummingbird

Fine-line snake on forearm tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line snake on forearm

Fine-line dagger down the back tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line dagger down the back

Small line drawing tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Small line drawing

Fine-line sword on forearm tattoo by Julie Mae, Knoxville TN — Fine-line sword on forearm

Questions

Do fine line tattoos fade?

All tattoos soften over time. Fine line shows it sooner than bold work, especially on hands and feet. Good sizing and sunscreen make the biggest difference.

Can I get fine line script?

Yes. Julie does fine script with names, dates and short quotes.

Keep looking

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Fine line tattoos in Knoxville