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SPECIALTY STYLES
MODERN GEOMETRIC
This a modern tattoo style that combines geometric shapes, linework, and microrealism and the composition of the body to create a type of non-traditional sleeve or flash piece. The use of negative space is what makes the composition of this sleeve type unique.
These pieces typically require multiple sessions.
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Geometric Line Work& Shapes, Dots
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Sometimes Incorporates Words or QuotesMicro-realistic elements
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Using Negative Space throughout the body to create the composition
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Smaller in size
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Realistic style
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Includes Shading
MICROREALISM
Interestingly, microrealism can sometimes take longer than large realistic pieces. This is due to the intricacy of working on skin and the very small threshold to brush slowly into an area of skin without irritating it past the point of no return.This style requires patience. The redness of the skin must settle, and layers of gray must heal in order to finish a microrealistic piece. We are also working with very small needles. Microrealism is one of my favorite styles to do and can make for a really impressive flash piece or patchwork.
/ FINE LINE / TINY TATTOOS
Fine line work also known as "Tiny Tattoos" are done with the smallest needles and typically consist of lifework with no shading.
It's important to understand the art of tiny tattoos when choosing an artist and a price range regarding this style. Inexperienced clients often wonder why smaller tattoos have a higher hourly rate than - what seem to be - larger, more complex tattoos.
Ironically, the smaller and finer the tattoo, the more difficult it is to implement into the skin. There is essentially zero room for error with even the smallest change in hand pressure can cause an uneven healed line or a blow out. Choosing a fine line or realism specialist will ensure that you are trusting an artist that works with this high level of pressure and detail on a daily basis. Particular equipment is required to do those dainty, feminine, clean tiny tattoos you keep saving to your Pinterest board.
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1 - 2 Inches in size
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Fine Line Work
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Typically without shading
ORNAMENTAL
Ornamental tattoos are done with the smallest needles and typically consist of lifework with no shading. They can often be referred to as permanent henna tattoos. They consist of dots and small ornamental designs in a patterned form.
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dots & ornamental designs in pattern form
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Fine Line Work
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Typically without shading
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