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Throwback to one of our older Fireside Technique episodes!

by · Fireside Tattoo Network · October 12, 2026
Throwback to one of our older Fireside Technique episodes!

Throwback to one of our older Fireside Technique episodes!

Before digital tools became part of the design process, tattooers relied on tracing paper to map out large-scale tattoos, using the body's natural landmarks to plan placement, flow, and composition.

In this episode, Jake breaks down how he combines old-school body mapping techniques with digital tools to create more cohesive sleeve designs.

Sometimes the old-school methods are still some of the most useful!

How are you mapping out your large-scale tattoos? Traditional methods, digital tools, or a combination of both?

Check out the full episode, Simple Body Mapping for Tattoo Sleeves | Fireside Technique | EP 49, on our YouTube channel.

From the studio
Originally published by Fireside Tattoo Network.