CONTEST CATEGORY DEFINITIONS: HEALED FULL SLEEVE (ARM OR LEG)

HEALED FULL SLEEVE (LEG OR ARM)

Definition: A fully healed tattoo that covers the entire arm (shoulder to wrist) or entire leg (hip to ankle), demonstrating cohesive design flow, masterful execution, and complete healing across the full limb.

Requirements & Guidelines:

Coverage Specifications:

Arm Sleeve: Must extend from shoulder to wrist (or beyond) with complete coverage
Leg Sleeve: Must extend from hip to ankle with complete coverage
Minimal gaps or untouched skin areas acceptable only if part of artistic design
Must demonstrate cohesive flow around entire limb circumference

Healing Requirements:

Tattoo must be completely healed (minimum 8-12 weeks post-completion due to extensive size)
Consistent healing across entire sleeve
No scabbing, peeling, or signs of fresh work anywhere on the piece

Artistic Composition:

Cohesive design theme throughout entire sleeve
Proper flow with natural body contours and joint movement
Balanced composition from all viewing angles
Seamless transitions between different design elements

Submission Requirements:

Both Client and Artist must be in attendance at the contest
Artist must be registered with the show and assigned to a booth
If a coverup: Detail shots showing the coverup work and transformation details