Madhe from Madhe Ink in Kuta told 9News the whole body could be completed in just one or two sessions.
"Let's say [an] arm [or] leg, that could be finished in 10 hours - that's quick," he explained.
The artist said prospective clients first have to go through two medical check-ups before being allowed to go under general anaesthesia, which includes a form and a medical examination.
He said the anaesthesia was also administered by doctors and nurses in a hospital operation room rather than the tattoo shop itself.
Australian doctors hold concerns over safety standards in Bali, and worried the practice added unnecessary risk to what should be a simple procedure.
"It's safer to make sure you avoid things like this. An anaesthetic just for convenience is a dangerous proposition, and not one I think you should entertain," said Australian Medical Association's Dr Kyle Hoath.
Other Australians in Bali weren't convinced.
"Seems like a lot on the body to have that much tattooed and to heal all at once," said one woman.
Another woman said: "I would like to be awake, and wanting to know what is happening to my body - but each to their own."
High costs were also a factor contributing to the trend, with Australian studios charging tens of thousands for a full body tattoo over months or even years.
Wheras in Kuta, under general, it could be brought down to about AU$16,000 (NZ$19,700) and be completed in about 20 hours.
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