Tattoo artist Misha, known on Instagram as 'The Countess of Coverups,' transforms unwanted ink into beautiful works of art. Based in Hollywood, she approaches each piece as a creative puzzle, turning regret into restoration and scars into stunning designs.

From bold color cover-ups to delicate scar transformations, her work goes beyond aesthetics. It’s a powerful act of healing and self-expression for those receiving her tattoos.

Scroll down to explore a gallery of her most striking transformations, and see how tattoos can truly redefine confidence and artistry.

More info: Instagram | misha-art.com

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Tattoo cover-ups transforming a scar into a detailed tree and vine design on a person’s lower abdomen.

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    Tattoo cover-ups by artist transforming old ink into detailed tree woman design on forearm.

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    Tattoo cover-up process transforming scarred skin into colorful koi fish and water wave art on thigh by skilled artist.

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    Verfin22
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    Premium     4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's gotta hurt tatting over a scar. Good job though.

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    Tattoo cover-up process transforming a star tattoo into a detailed colorful peacock with flower design on forearm.

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    Before and after images of a lion tattoo cover-up showcasing incredible tattoo cover-ups by this artist.

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    Before and after images showing a tattoo cover-up transformation of an old tattoo into detailed nature art.

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    Progression of a tattoo cover-up on a leg, transforming an old design into beautiful butterfly and flower art.

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    Before and after image of an incredible tattoo cover-up transforming a faded design into detailed body art.

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    Before and after images of a tattoo cover-up transforming dark symbols into vibrant red rose artwork on the lower legs.

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    Tattoo cover-up transformation on leg from birthmark to detailed owl and birdcage artwork by skilled artist.

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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I personally would have preferred it NOT being caged.

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    Tattoo cover-up process showing a black bird transforming into a colorful crow holding a key on an arm.

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    Otto Katz
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A cover-up of a cover-up tattooception!

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    Tattoo cover-up on ankle transforming a faded cartoon into a detailed red floral design with ornamental patterns.

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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like the original one

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    Before and after tattoo cover-ups of an angel and cross design, showcasing incredible tattoo cover-ups by this artist.

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    Tattoo cover-up process transforming a faded design into a detailed crow and floral artwork on the side torso.

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    Joseph Miller
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have seen several BP cover-up posts. I like this one because they show the stencil used to cover it up.

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    Before and after images of an incredible tattoo cover-up featuring colorful Egyptian-inspired art and two black cats.

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    Before and after images of incredible tattoo cover-ups transforming a faded design into detailed beautiful art on an upper arm.

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    Back tattoo cover-up process transforming a faded design into vibrant peacock feathers by tattoo artist.

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    Before and after images of an incredible tattoo cover-up transforming a sketch into vibrant bird artwork on the arm.

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    Before and after images of a tattoo cover-up transforming old ink into colorful floral skull art.

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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    buried her in the garden, haha

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    Tattoo cover-ups by an artist transforming old designs into vibrant bird-themed body art on skin.

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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like and Escher drawing now!

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    Tattoo cover-up transformation showing an old faded tattoo turned into vibrant new beach-themed body art.

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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just finished the original- not really a cover-up. Good job, though.

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    Tattoo cover-ups showing transformation of old design into vibrant floral art on a person's forearm by skilled artist.

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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like this one! I like the black and grey triangle in the center of the color, it makes it pop!

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    Tattoo cover-up process transforming a simple design into vibrant fruit and floral artwork on a thigh.

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    Tattoo cover-up process transforming a name tattoo into a colorful butterfly and flower design on forearm.

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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    NEVER get the name of an SO tatted - you will break up!

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    Before and after photos of a DNA strand tattoo cover-up showcasing incredible tattoo cover-ups by an artist.

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    Before and after tattoo cover-up featuring colorful geometric and floral designs transforming old eye tattoo art.

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    Tattoo cover-up process transforming a faded black ink design into a vibrant blue and pink octopus artwork.

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    Before and after images of tattoo cover-ups by an artist transforming old designs into beautiful rose artwork.

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    Tattoo cover-up process showing transformation from old black ink symbol to intricate Celtic knot design on wrist.

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    Tattoo cover-up process on a hand, transforming a scar into colorful floral art by skilled tattoo artist.

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    Progression of incredible tattoo cover-ups showing old palm tree design transformed into detailed blue feather artwork.

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    Tattoo cover-ups on feet transforming faded designs into vibrant floral and skull art by a skilled tattoo artist.

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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On your feet? OUCH! Nice work, though.

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    Back tattoo showing incredible tattoo cover-ups with colorful floral and skull design by skilled artist.

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    Tattoo cover-up process transforming a dark blotch into a colorful skeleton woman design on forearm.

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    Otto Katz
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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not sure covering up birth marks is such a good idea. If they start to change, (ie cancer) how could the person tell?

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    Before and after images of a colorful tattoo cover-up transforming an old sun design into intricate art by the tattoo artist.

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    Premium     4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It kinda seems unnecessary to make the covers so much larger than the original, unless that is wanted. But these have to be hella expensive.

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    Tattoo cover-up process showing a simple green character transformed into a detailed bird and floral design on the forearm.

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    Before and after images of an incredible tattoo cover-up transforming old tattoos into beautiful paw print art.

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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As I have 2 dogs, I love this one so much.

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    Before and after of a tattoo cover-up featuring a colorful mermaid with underwater details by a tattoo artist.

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    Tattoo cover-up process featuring floral designs transforming old faded ink into beautiful art on a lower back.

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    Tattoo cover-up process showing transformation from old floral design to detailed blue chameleon on skin.

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    Tattoo cover-up process transforming arm scars into colorful floral artwork by skilled artist.

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    My scar hurts just looking at this - nice work, though!

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    Tattoo cover-up process showing transformation from old ink to vibrant, detailed Cheshire cat artwork on chest.

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    Tattoo cover-up process transforming a crescent moon tattoo into a detailed beetle with pink flowers on skin.

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    Before and after images of tattoo cover-ups showing transformation from old ink to vibrant bird design by artist.

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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If she loses any weight, that bird is going to look funny...

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    Sequential tattoo cover-up process on ankle transforming old ink into colorful floral and butterfly art by skilled artist.

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    Tattoo cover-up process transforming an old shoe design into a vibrant floral boot, showcasing incredible tattoo cover-ups by an artist.

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    Before and after images of incredible tattoo cover-ups transforming old ink into beautiful floral artwork by a talented artist.

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    Tattoo cover-up process showing transformation of faded ink into colorful, detailed new art with flowers and bottles.

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    Tattoo cover-up process transforming a star tattoo into intricate black and gray roses by an expert tattoo artist.

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    Before and after photos of a tattoo cover-up transforming old ink into beautiful floral art by this tattoo artist.

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    Tattoo cover-ups transforming an angel tattoo into vibrant floral artwork on a lower leg.

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    4 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like this coverup very much

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    Mechanical unicorn tattoo cover-up with red laser beams and fire details on shoulder skin by tattoo artist.

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    Tattoo cover-up transformation of a shoulder tattoo featuring sea creatures with vibrant colors and artistic details.

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    Tattoo cover-up artwork featuring a detailed dagger piercing a heart with vine elements on an upper arm.

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    Tattoo cover-up process showing transformation of old butterfly tattoo into vibrant blue bird with flowers on shoulder.

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    Before and after tattoo cover-ups by an artist transforming regret into beautiful art on a person's upper arm.

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    Before and after photos of a bird and flower tattoo cover-up by an artist specializing in incredible tattoo cover-ups.

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    Colorful underwater tattoo cover-up featuring jellyfish, coral, and marine life on person's side, showcasing tattoo cover-ups art.

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    Before and after images of a vibrant tattoo cover-up transforming a black and gray mermaid into colorful underwater art.

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    Tattoo cover-up process showing transformation from old tattoo to intricate floral and butterfly art on upper back.

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