8 Styles of Tattoo Art

There are many different tattoo styles that have evolved in recent years. Here are some of the most popular:

1. Traditional Tattoos: Closely linked to maritime and military history, the traditional tattoo style is also known as "old school" or "American traditional." It is characterized by bold, simple lines, bright colors, and classic motifs such as swallows, anchors, pin-up girls, and snakes.

2. Neo-Traditional Tattoos: The Neo-Traditional tattoo style is a modern interpretation of the traditional tattoo style. It uses similar motifs, but with finer lines and more complex shading. The colors are often more subtle and the images have greater detail.

3. Watercolor Tattoos: The watercolor tattoo style is more like a painted picture than a tattoo. It uses flowing, blurred lines and bright colors to create a watercolor-like effect. Plants, animals and landscapes are often depicted.

4. Realistic Tattoos: The Realistic tattoo style tries to make the image as realistic as possible. Many shades and color nuances are used to show the depth and dimensions of the image. Portraits, landscapes and animals are often depicted.

5. Blackwork Tattoos: The blackwork tattoo style is a style that uses only black ink. There are no colors and the shading is achieved by using different shades of black. Geometric shapes, ornaments and lettering are often depicted.

6. Geometric Tattoos: The geometric tattoo style is characterized by the use of geometric shapes and patterns. Shading and colors can also be used to emphasize the shapes.

7. Script Tattoos: The script tattoo style consists of lettering or words. It can be done in different fonts and sizes.

8. Black and Gray Tattoos: Another tattoo style is the Black and Gray tattoo style. Some of the features of the Black and Gray style are fine lines, shading and details that create a realistic effect. It requires a high level of skill and experience from the tattoo artist as it is difficult to achieve the shading and the intricacies of the image.