99 Traditional Tattoo Ideas
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Iris Calder
⌖ Chicago
Japanese: flower, leaves, clouds
Japanese tattoo featuring flower, leaves, clouds by Iris Calder. Explore the artist’s portfolio to see more of their work.
How do I choose a traditional tattoo?
Traditional tattoos emphasize clear silhouettes, bold outlines and readable shapes. Compare the balance of solid color and open skin, and choose a subject that works with that strong visual structure.
Explore 99 distinct tattoos from 16 artists. Compare the full composition, line weight and use of open skin, then open an artist’s portfolio to find the approach you prefer.
What should I discuss with my artist?
Bring a few references and explain which details you like. Discuss placement, size, color and how the design will follow your body. Ask your artist to develop an original composition for you, and look at healed examples of their work before booking.
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