Explore tattoo styles

The sketch tattoo style mimics the appearance of a freehand drawing, complete with intentional imperfections, line variations, and a raw and kind of unfinished look.

Realistic tattoos are known for their breathtaking detail and accuracy, aiming to replicate subjects as they appear in real life, with precise shading, dimension as well as textures.

The minimalist tattoo style is characterized by its simplicity, clean lines, and often monochromatic color schemes, focusing on the essence rather than the complexity of the subject.

Black and white tattoos utilize only black ink to create contrast, depth, and shading without the use of color. This style focuses on strong lines, varying shades of grey, and meticulous detailing to bring subjects to life.

Surreal tattoos blend reality with fantasy, creating dreamlike imagery with unexpected combinations and imaginative elements that challenge conventional perception.

Geometric tattoos are characterized by their use of precise shapes, patterns, and mathematical principles to create striking designs that blend symmetry with artistic expression.

Blackwork involves the use of solid black ink to create bold, striking designs. This style often incorporates geometric patterns and large areas of solid black to create dramatic contrast.

Japanese tattoos, or Irezumi, are known for their vibrant colors, iconic imagery, and the incorporation of traditional Japanese art elements like waves, dragons, and cherry blossoms.

Old school tattoos feature bold lines, bright colors, and classic American imagery like anchors, roses, and eagles, representing a timeless style that emerged in the early 20th century.

Cartoon style tattoos embrace playful and animated designs, often featuring bold outlines, vibrant colors, and whimsical characters inspired by animation and comic art.

Watercolor tattoos mimic the fluid, ethereal qualities of watercolor paintings, with soft color blending and artistic splatters that create a painterly effect on the skin.

Dotwork tattoos use countless tiny dots to create shading, texture, and dimension, resulting in intricate designs with a distinctive stippled appearance.

Tribal tattoos draw inspiration from indigenous body art, featuring bold black patterns and symbolic designs that often hold cultural significance.

Abstract tattoos break from traditional representation, using non-objective forms, shapes, and lines to create unique artistic expressions that defy conventional interpretation.

Negative space tattoos cleverly use unmarked skin as part of the design, creating striking visual effects through the contrast between inked and uninked areas.

Lettering tattoos focus on typography and calligraphy, ranging from elegant scripts to bold modern fonts, often incorporating decorative elements to enhance the text.

Biomechanical tattoos blend organic and mechanical elements, creating the illusion of machinery or cybernetic components beneath the skin.

Portrait tattoos capture the likeness of people or animals with photorealistic detail, requiring exceptional skill to accurately render facial features and expressions.

Three-dimensional tattoos create the illusion of depth and perspective, making designs appear to pop off the skin or reveal what lies beneath it.