tattoo styles
neo japanese tattoos
Neo-Japanese tattoos are heavily influenced by the classic styles of Japanese tattooing, often referred to as Irezumi. This includes familiar motifs such as koi fish, dragons, cherry blossoms, tigers, geishas, samurai, waves, phoenixes, and hannya masks. These traditional elements carry deep cultural and spiritual significance, and neo-Japanese tattoos continue to explore these symbols but with a modern twist.
old school tattoos (american traditional tattoos)
American Traditional tattoos, also known as Old School tattoos are defined by their bold black outlines, solid primary colors, and simplified, iconic imagery. They often feature classic symbols like eagles, anchors, roses, skulls, and hearts, each carrying its own specific meaning or symbolism. The designs are striking and designed to age well, with solid shading and a timeless aesthetic. Rooted in early 20th-century tattoo culture, American Traditional tattoos are celebrated for their rebellious spirit, nostalgia, and their status as one of the most iconic tattoo styles in the world.
anime tattoos
Anime tattoos are tattoos inspired by the artistic style, characters, and themes from Japanese anime (animated TV shows, films, and manga). This style of tattoo has become increasingly popular around the world, thanks to anime's global cultural influence. Anime tattoos can range from highly detailed portraits of beloved characters to abstract designs that incorporate iconic symbols, quotes, and visuals from anime series.
Minimalistic tattoos
Minimalist tattoos is based on simplicity and clean lines with few details or elements. These tattoos are subtle and understated with a focus on the negative space, geometric shapes or symbolic imagery.
fine line tattoos
Fine line tattoos are a style of tattoo art that emphasizes intricate, delicate, and detailed lines with minimal shading or color. These tattoos are known for their precision, subtlety, and the use of thin, crisp lines to create elegant, often minimalistic designs. The style is favored for its clean, sophisticated look, and is typically associated with a more refined, understated aesthetic compared to bolder, traditional tattoos.
watercolour tattoos
Watercolour tattoos are a distinctive and visually striking style of body art that mimic the appearance of watercolor paintings. This style is characterized by its vibrant, fluid use of color, soft, gradient-like transitions, and a lack of traditional outlines. The colors often appear as if they’ve been "painted" onto the skin, with splashes, washes, and blended tones that evoke the delicate, translucent qualities of watercolor paints.
blackwork tattoos
Blackwork tattoos are a bold, striking style of tattoo art that primarily uses black ink to create designs. As the name suggests, blackwork tattoos emphasize the use of solid black ink, often in large, bold areas or intricate patterns, to form unique, detailed artwork. These tattoos can range from minimalist shapes to complex, geometric, or illustrative pieces.
couple tattoos
Couple tattoos are a way for partners to express their bond, love, and connection through shared body art. Examples are: Hearts, Infinity symbols, Lock and Key, Puzzle Pieces, Coordinates, Yin and Yang, Sun and Moon, Swallows (symbol of love), Interlocking rings, etc.
dotwork tattoos
Dotwork tattoos are a unique and intricate style of tattoo art that relies on the use of small, individual dots to create the design, rather than solid lines or shading. The dots are carefully placed in patterns to form larger images or gradients, and the density of the dots varies to create different effects, like depth, shading, and texture.
neo-traditional tattoos
Neo-traditional tattoos are a modern evolution of the traditional tattoo style, characterized by bold lines, vibrant colors, and a rich sense of depth and shading. They draw inspiration from the classic American traditional tattoos but add a more refined, detailed, and artistic touch. Neo-traditional tattoos often incorporate elements of realism, floral designs, animals, portraits, and symbolic imagery, while still maintaining the bold outlines and strong color contrast that define the traditional style.
tribal tattoos
Tribal tattoos are defined by their bold black lines, geometric shapes, and intricate patterns. Rooted in aPolynesian, Maori, African, or Celtic traditions, they carry deep spiritual and personal significance, symbolizing identity, strength, protection, and heritage. These tattoos are often minimalist yet impactful, designed to flow with the natural shape of the body and create a visually striking, cohesive composition.
cover up tattoos
A cover-up tattoo is an artistic creation aimed at hiding an existing tattoo by blending it into a new, often more elaborate design. This process typically involves the use of darker hues, innovative shading techniques, and thoughtful positioning to effectively mask the original ink, turning it into a striking and appealing piece of art. Check out Anibal’s profile, our specialist in cover ups.