Ignorant tattoo style playboy bunny Louis Vuitton tattoo by Sharon Surname

Ignorant tattoo style has clear connotations to old school prison tattoos, Russian tattoos, and other underground practices that mark the beginning of modern-day tattooing before it got mainstream. The style is characterized by humourous, cartoon-likeor graffiti-inspired images without colour.

 

Blackwork stippling tattoo artist in Soho, London

Wlodek specialises in the stippling method. This is where the tattoo design is made by inscribing countless tiny black dots onto the skin to produce something truly remarkable.

Single needle rose tattoo // fine line leaf tattoo by Riccardo

Single needle tattoos, also known as single needle black and grey tattoos, are generally tiny, highly detailed and not strictly but generally monochrome, typically formed of light, graphite grey lines and airbrush-like shading.

Traditional unicorn banana tattoo by Sharon

Unicorns are unique, mystical, peaceful, and serene animals. Some unicorn tattoos show a cross between a unicorn and a Pegasus (winged horse). At its core, the symbolism of a unicorn tattoo is a message of innocence, purity of heart, kindness, healing, perfection, and peace.

Eye tattoo // panther tattoo // cactus tattoo // traditional tattoos by Sharon

Traditional style tattoos have bold lines and bright colours. These tattoos also often feature stereotypical designs such as crosses, skulls, and anchors. Tattoos of this nature have maintained their popularity for a reason: they are strikingly beautiful and timeless.

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Realistic tattoo // sunflower tattoo // flower tattoo by Davide

A sunflower creates a decent amount of happiness and positivity, as well as longevity. It could also symbolize good luck, along with loyalty. Its bright yellow color means both intelligence and vitality. In other cultures, the meaning of sunflower tattoo are longevity, luck, and wishing good health upon someone.

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