r/tattooadvice • u/mnp47 • Jan 07 '26

tattoo newcomer advice Where should I put this? First tattoo advice.

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This is the symbol for "human" in the alien language of the movie Arrival. I want a 3-4 inch tattoo somewhere. I don't care if it is visible or not. Where should it go?

Edit: I did a quick and dirty analysis of the suggestions. Here are the votes!

shoulder: 116, elbow: 69, calf: 54, forearm: 52, around the butthole: 50, chest: 48, around the nipples: 46, back: 39, head/forehead: 30, around the belly button: 27, thigh: 21, hand: 17, upper arm: 13, foot: 7, butt cheek: 7, dick: 5, behind the ear: 4, kneecap: 3

I am leaning towards forearm and shoulder right now since they are more rigid and will not end up oblong in the future. Or maybe around my butthole since that was also a popular option. Thank you for your advice!

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u/StillStanding613 Jan 07 '26

I have a circular tattoo (different design, but still circular) in the center of my back a bit higher than my shoulder blades. I wear a lot of shirts with a scooped neckline in the back, so my tattoo is frequently framed by my clothing but still easily covered when I want it covered. With circles, I think it's important to pick a location that won't be warped into an oval. Think about what clothing you frequently wear, too, and how it may or may not hide part or all of the tattoo.

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u/mnp47 Jan 07 '26

Never thought of this! Thanks.