A black-and-white photo of a person mid-air in a Superman-style body suspension pose, supported by multiple hooks in their back and legs, smiling joyfully toward the camera. They are suspended horizontally in a large indoor space with high ceilings and visible rigging. A group of onlookers—some seated, some standing—watch with expressions of admiration, amusement, and support. The atmosphere is lively and communal, capturing a moment of shared experience and transformation.

There Be Dragons

It’s hard to see in the before photo, but this is actually a cover-up of a cover-up.  That’s right, this is the third dragon to live on that shoulder, and hopefully it’ll be the last one.  Jackie Rabbit took 6 hours over 2 sessions to create this monster.  I think what stands out the most for me is how she managed to get the light colours to stand out while covering up some darker ones.

Comments

8 responses to “There Be Dragons”

  1. fitch Avatar
    fitch

    this is really REALLY well done for a cover up! It’s almost unnoticeable. In fact I don’t think you would notice unless you kinda knew what you were looking for!

  2. Awful Avatar
    Awful

    I live about an hour from that shop. I wonder if Jackie has a massive waiting list.

  3. Jon P Avatar
    Jon P

    Is that an original piece of art drawn by Jackie Rabbit? If so, there’s nothing that’s out of that girl’s reach. Probably one of the best tattooers I’ve seen and totally worthy of all the Modblog exposure!

  4. joao x Avatar
    joao x

    You guys should definitely check this artist out and maybe post about him:

    http://www.facebook.com/MXMTAT
    http://mxme.tumblr.com

  5. Nikki Avatar

    This is one of the most amazing cover ups I’ve seen!

  6. Lillith Avatar
    Lillith

    Wow this cover up is amazing! I have some red that I want covered with a pink. The fact that there is bright green over black is stunning!

  7. Jen Avatar

    joao x – The photos posted on ModBlog are chosen from submissions to BME. If the artist submits his/her work to BME, it’s possible that they will be posted to ModBlog.

  8. Tyler Avatar

    Every time you post about Jackie I am saddened that she went back to VA from IN when we worked together! she is amazing!!! I can’t wait to go visit her and get some work myself!

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