I think the itching is worse than the pain. lasts for days. I’m in the process of getting my back done. top of the shoulder and spine hurt the most. going for a 5 hour session this weekend. going from my back to butt and down the back of one leg . I’d rather sit thru line work than shading.

some artists will charge by the hour. that’s what I’m doing. pay-as-you-go. the girl I go to does 3 to 5 hours every 2 weeks till it’s done. got about 20 hours in it so far.