Exclusive Flash Tattoos in Amsterdam
One design. One client. One tattoo.
An exclusive flash tattoo is an original tattoo design that I offer to one person only.
Unlike regular flash designs, which may be tattooed more than once, an exclusive flash is removed from the available collection as soon as it has been chosen and booked.
That means the exact same design will not be tattooed on somebody else.
If you like the ease of choosing from an existing design but still want something unique, exclusive flash can be the perfect middle ground between a regular flash tattoo and a fully custom design.
What Is an Exclusive Flash Tattoo?
Flash tattoos are pre-drawn designs created by a tattoo artist.
With regular flash, the same design may sometimes be tattooed on more than one client.
My exclusive flash designs are different.
Each design is available once.
When you choose one and confirm your booking, I reserve the design for you and remove it from the available collection.
After it has been tattooed, I will not offer the exact same design again.
Why Choose Exclusive Flash?
Exclusive flash is ideal if you:
- want an original tattoo without starting the design process from scratch;
- see a design you immediately connect with;
- want to know that your exact tattoo will remain unique;
- like my drawing style and want to choose directly from my own designs;
- or want something more personal than a regular repeated flash.
Some people know exactly what they want before they start looking.
Others simply recognise the right design when they see it.
Exclusive flash is made for that second feeling.
How Does It Work?
1. Choose Your Design
Browse the available exclusive flash collection and choose the design that feels right for you.
2. Send Me the Design
Contact me with the design you would like, together with your preferred size, placement and appointment date.
3. We Discuss Size and Placement
Before booking, we can look at how the design will work on your chosen part of the body.
4. The Design Is Reserved
Once the appointment is confirmed, the exclusive flash is reserved for you and removed from the available collection.
5. It Is Tattooed Once
After the tattoo has been completed, I will not offer that exact design again.
One design. One client. One tattoo.
Can an Exclusive Flash Be Changed?
Minor adjustments are often possible.
For example, we can usually discuss:
- size;
- placement;
- orientation;
- and certain small details.
However, the core design should remain recognisable as the original exclusive flash.
If you want to make significant changes, it may make more sense to create a custom tattoo instead.
That gives us more freedom to develop the design around your personal idea.
What Styles Are the Exclusive Flash Designs?
My exclusive flash collection often reflects the tattoo styles I specialise in:
- fine line;
- single needle;
- tiny tattoos;
- delicate illustrative work;
- botanical designs;
- symbolic designs;
- geometric elements;
- and surreal or minimal compositions.
The collection changes over time as new designs are added and existing designs are chosen.
That means what is available today may not be available later.
Fine Line Exclusive Flash Tattoos
Many exclusive flash designs work especially well as fine line tattoos.
Fine line tattooing uses thin, precise linework to create delicate and detailed designs.
When choosing the final size, I always consider how much detail the design contains and how well it will remain readable over time.
The goal is not simply to make the tattoo as small as possible, but to preserve the character of the design.
[MORE ABOUT FINE LINE TATTOOS →]
Tiny Exclusive Flash Tattoos
Some exclusive flash designs are suitable for very small placements.
Tiny tattoos can look simple, but the design still needs enough spacing and clarity to work well on skin.
If the design you choose contains more detail than the requested size allows, I may recommend making it slightly larger.
That helps keep the tattoo delicate without sacrificing readability.
Placement
The same design can feel completely different depending on where it is placed.
A design may work beautifully on:
- the forearm;
- upper arm;
- wrist;
- ankle;
- ribs;
- shoulder;
- back;
- or behind the ear.
Before tattooing, we look at the design on your body and adjust the size and position where necessary.
If you are unsure about placement, I can help you decide what works best.
Exclusive Flash vs Custom Tattoo
Not sure which option is right for you?
Choose Exclusive Flash if…
You find one of my existing original designs that you already love and want the exact design to remain unique to you.
Choose Custom if…
You have your own idea, memory, photograph, sketch or concept and want a tattoo developed specifically around it.
Both options result in a personal tattoo.
The difference is simply where the design starts.
Tattoo Prices
The price of an exclusive flash tattoo depends on:
- size;
- placement;
- complexity;
- and the amount of tattooing involved.
The design work itself has already been created, but the tattoo still requires the same preparation, precision and care as any other tattoo.
You can find current pricing information on my Tattoo Prices page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my exclusive flash tattoo really only be tattooed once?
Yes. Once an exclusive flash has been booked, I remove the design from the available collection and will not tattoo that exact design on another client.
Can somebody book the same design before me?
Exclusive flash is available until the booking is confirmed. If two people enquire about the same design, the design is reserved for the person who confirms the booking first.
Can I change the size?
Usually yes. The final size depends on the amount of detail in the design and the placement you choose.
Can I change parts of the design?
Minor adjustments may be possible. If you want significant changes, a custom tattoo is usually the better option.
Can I change the placement?
Yes. We can discuss placement before the appointment and look at what suits the design best.
Are all exclusive flash tattoos fine line?
Not necessarily, but many of my designs reflect the styles I specialise in, including fine line, single needle and tiny tattooing.
Can I reserve a design without booking?
An exclusive flash is normally reserved once the tattoo appointment has been confirmed.
Can I use an exclusive flash as inspiration for a custom tattoo?
Yes. If you like the direction of a flash design but want something substantially different, we can use that as inspiration for a custom piece rather than altering the original exclusive design.
Find Your Exclusive Tattoo
Exclusive flash is for people who want the convenience of choosing an existing design without giving up the feeling of having something individual.
If you see a design that feels right, send me a message with the design, approximate size and placement.
Once your booking is confirmed, that design becomes yours.
Elmar Tattoo — Amsterdam
Fine Line · Single Needle · Tiny Tattoos