Placement guide

Forearm

The forearm is the default answer to "where should my first snake go?" for good reason: it is easy to show, easy to see yourself, relatively comfortable, and a long, cylindrical shape that snakes were basically designed to climb.

The forearm is a cylinder — the most natural canvas for a wrap or a vertical S-curve that travels from wrist toward elbow.

Size range

Medium is the sweet spot. Small pieces fit the inner wrist; larger designs can travel the full forearm.

Detail

Enough room for real detail — realistic scales, shading and ornament all work. Keep the head large enough to read from a meter away; tiny heads vanish into the coil.

Comfort

Generally one of the less painful placements for most people; the inner elbow crease is the spicy part.

Visibility

High — visible in short sleeves. The most "public" placement this side of the hand and neck.

Aging & wear

Forearms age well. Sun exposure is the main threat, so sunblock is non-negotiable if you want it crisp.

Orientations that work here

Styles that suit the forearm