Tattooing is a modern art form by which men and women express their originality, complementing the image with interesting and attractive wearable images. After reviewing photographs of finished works on the Internet, it can be noted that all tattoos have distinctive features, features in the technique of applying and choosing colors, different styles of performance. In order to understand which style is more suitable, you need to familiarize yourself with the most popular areas, as well as explore their nuances and features.
Tattoo styles with examples on the photo
Chicano
For the first time this technique of applying an image to a body appeared in the middle of the last century, when Latin American representatives of the underworld began to organize robberies and robberies in order to provide for their family. With the help of tattoos, they demonstrated gang affiliation and could always recognize their own among the crowd. Now it's just beautiful tattoos that attract with their beauty and brightness.
Style features:
- Clear lines and contours.
- The predominance of black. Also, blue and red are used as additional shades.
- The classic images are the faces of saints, for example, Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary, Lucas.
- The most popular version of the sketch is a girl with a mask (face) of death called Santa Muerte.
Blackwork Tattoos
A distinctive feature of the style is black. It would seem that most tattoos are performed in a dark gamut, however, only blackwork uses a black fill that covers large areas of the body. The best tattoo in this style - bracelets or "sleeves", wood. The only drawback of the performance technique is that the tattoo cannot be reduced or “blocked off” with anything.
Old School and New School
In translation from English, old is old and new is new. The first type of tattoos began to be used by sailors as early as the 19th century, the images symbolized amulets, therefore drawings of marine subjects (birds, anchors, ships) dominate among the sketches, which are complemented with inscriptions and bright color schemes.
New cheekbones appeared only at the end of the last century, it has much in common with the old cheekbones, but has a wider selection of designs for creating a tattoo. Often tattoos in this style are humorous, so the original decision will be the image of characters and scenes from cartoons.
Domatoc
Dot is a special technique of drawing, because the drawing is created with the help of points located at a certain distance. The style of dovork is the best solution for people who prefer geometric shapes and strict lines. The colors of the style are black and red, in some cases blue, the saturation of the pattern is achieved by changing the distance between the points.
Tattoos in the style of realism
Proceeding from the name, it is not difficult to guess that their accuracy and realism became the hallmark of the style. Tattoos, made in the style of realism, are very complex in execution, but the result is amazing, because it creates the feeling that there is a picture on the body, and not a master's drawing. When choosing sketches, it is customary to give preference to images of animals, landscapes or portraits of both native people and famous personalities.
Celtic tattoos
Tattoos, made in the Celtic style, have a tangled and uncertain pattern, but at the same time hide a deep meaning. Externally, the drawings resemble complex labyrinths in which the line entangles, stretches endlessly and winds like life itself. A special type of Celtic tattoo - the image of the cross. Also among the sketches you can see images of birds, in particular, eagles (strength and speed), as well as a crow (a symbol of wisdom).
Thrash polka
Trash polka is one of the most original and unforgettable styles in the art of body painting. Tattoos, made in this style, serve as a protest to standards and society, highlighting its owner from the "gray mass". Classic colors - red and black. The main subjects are portraits of famous personalities, images of birds and animals, objects and inscriptions, as well as abstract elements.
Tribal
Tribal - a very popular type of tattoo. According to statistics, almost every third photo is made in this style. Externally, tattoos resemble a pattern, lines with pointed ends that fold original and intricate designs. In most cases, using this style, depict images of animals, for example, a lion or a wolf.
Tattoos in the style of biomechanics
Spectacular, stylish, fashionable and modern - these are the main features of this style. The essence of the technique lies in comparing man with the mechanisms (robots), thereby creating a cyborg. Features of style - tattoos should be large, usually they are placed on the chest, back, arms or legs. Outwardly, they resemble mechanical elements that are visible under torn skin and serve as human insides. The lack of style - for its implementation, you need to find a highly qualified specialist, which is not so much.
Polynesian Style Tattoo
The inhabitants of the tribes used these tattoos to display with their help the peculiarities of their social status, the pedigree and the history of the battles. Typically, the Polynesian tattoo was applied to the face, showing its greatness, courage and courage. Outwardly, they resemble wood carving, attracting with its beauty and mystery. In the modern world, these tattoos have no special meaning, and can be applied not only on the face, but also on any other part of the body.
Tattoo in the style of minimalism and watercolor
Another style in which the name tells about its features in full. This style is especially popular among girls, as tattoos are small, clear and light outlines.
Watercolor is also a popular style among girls, attracting them with its colorful and attractive. Externally, the tattoo resembles drawings made with watercolors, where possible splashes of paint and strokes that go beyond the contours.
Oriental
Tattoos, made in this style, show all the greatness and beauty of Eastern culture. Classic sketches for tattoos - the image of flora and fauna, as well as famous mythological creatures - dragons. Also in demand are tattoos depicting sakura, lotus and tiger. The dignity of the style lies in its versatility, accuracy of execution and bright colors.
