Tattoo promptsDESIGN PLANNING · 3 MIN READ
Describe Placement and Size
Placement and size are a way to communicate the intended shape of a concept. They are not a technical assessment of tattoo suitability. Use them to guide the draft, then ask your artist how to adapt it.
Describe the overall footprint
Choose a compact, vertical, curved or broad composition before adding details. A vertical branch has a different shape from the same leaves arranged in a circle. Naming the footprint helps an image tool place the subject without inventing a dense background.
| Direction | Example wording |
|---|---|
| Compact | A small, simple silhouette with very few interior details |
| Vertical | A narrow composition with a clear focal point and open space above and below |
| Curved | A gentle arc with separate elements and an open center |
| Broad | A centered composition with distinct focal areas and no filled background |
Use approximate dimensions
The builder’s 4–6 cm, 8–12 cm and 15–20 cm choices are planning ranges. They do not certify a finished design. If a concept is meant to be small, request a simpler silhouette instead of shrinking a complex illustration.
Connect detail to the footprint
A small moth may need a clear wing shape and a few separate marks. A larger version can explore a second motif or more open layers. Avoid specifying dozens of tiny details while also asking for a very small tattoo.
Separate a concept sheet from a mockup
A plain white background makes it easier to discuss the shapes without a rendered body distracting from the draft. The generator asks for a flat concept, without a skin mockup. You can discuss placement with your artist separately.
Bring the approximate dimensions and intended placement to your artist. They should assess the design, spacing, line weight and whether it is appropriate for you.
Keep the subject stable while comparing sizes
Generate a brief at one size, copy it, then change only the size field. Compare how the directions change. Pro can create several template variations from the same subject, but it still produces text concepts rather than a tattoo plan.
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