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Realism tattoo

Where it comes from

Realism grew in the 1980s through the 2000s as tattooers trained in fine art used better machines and inks to reproduce photographs on skin.

What it looks like

Lifelike detail with smooth shading, depth, highlights and no visible outlines, in black and grey or full color. Animals, eyes, nature and objects are common subjects.

What it represents

Capturing something exactly as it is: a moment, a memory or a subject the wearer loves.

InkFinder Pro lists 1,185 Realism tattoo artists across the US. The cities with the most Realism artists are San Diego, CA, Tucson, AZ, Culver City, CA, West Hollywood, CA and New York, NY. Search by city or ZIP to find Realism artists near you and see their work.

San Diego, CA 45Tucson, AZ 26Culver City, CA 25West Hollywood, CA 23New York, NY 20San Antonio, TX 20Honolulu, HI 18Los Angeles, CA 17Las Vegas, NV 16San Francisco, CA 16Phoenix, AZ 15Fresno, CA 15Dallas, TX 14Chicago, IL 14Avondale, AZ 14El Paso, TX 12Fort Lauderdale, FL 12Boise, ID 11Chandler, AZ 11Omaha, NE 11

1,185 artists

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@fifthfinger_scottsdale
@fifthfinger_scottsdale
Fifth Finger Studio · Glendale, AZ
Black and Grey, Realism
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A.J. The Great
@a_graspofheaven_tats
Connelly's Professional Tattooing · Colonial Heights, VA
Black and Grey, Realism, Blackwork, Illustrative, Surrealism
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A.P. Glenard
AP Glenard Tattoo · San Francisco, CA
Fine Line, Realism, American Traditional
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Aaron
@tattooedasian
New Addiction Tattoo · West Melbourne, FL
Realism, Neo-Traditional, Blackwork
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Aaron
Queen Of Hearts Tattoos & Body Piercing · Nashville, TN
Fine Line, Black and Grey, Realism, Geometric, Abstract
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Aaron Frey
@large_frey_tattooing
Mixed Personalities Tattoo · Peoria, IL
Black and Grey, Realism, American Traditional
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Aaron Meleros
New Vizion Tattoo · Avondale, AZ
Black and Grey, Realism, Lettering
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Aaron Sangenitto
Tattooz Ink · Redding, CA
Black and Grey, Realism, Biomechanical
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Abel
Nite Owl Tattoo Studio - Hwy 90 · San Antonio, TX
Black and Grey, Realism, Watercolor, Anime
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Abigail
Ganga Tattoo Los Angeles · West Hollywood, CA
Black and Grey, Realism
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Abraham Moreno
@abraham_arttoo
Burned Hearts Tattoo & Art Co · Columbus, OH
Fine Line, Realism, Color, Cover-Ups
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Abraham Yepes
Ink Couture Tattoos - Glen Ridge · San Antonio, TX
Black and Grey, Realism, Portraits, Color
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Adam (A.D.)
@adam_modoink
Modo Ink Tattoo · Torrance, CA
Black and Grey, Realism, Color, Anime
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Adam Stoner
@adam_stoner
Franklin, TN
Black and Grey, Realism
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Adan Sanchez
@adansanchezink
Era Tattoo Studio · Albuquerque, NM
Black and Grey, Realism, Portraits
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Adel Faes
@adelfaes
Once in a Blue Moon Tattoo · Johns Creek, GA
Fine Line, Black and Grey, Realism, Neo-Traditional, Color, Watercolor
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Adel Orozco
Steady Ink Tattoo & Art Gallery · El Paso, TX
Fine Line, Realism
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Adrian
Tattoo Therapy Inks · Downey, CA
Black and Grey, Realism
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Adrian
Miraculous Creations · Worcester, MA
Black and Grey, Realism, Floral, Animals and Pets
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Adrian Lazaro
Grey Theory Studio · Pasadena, CA
Black and Grey, Realism
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Adrian Milan
@artbyadrianmilan
Ink Link Tattoos · West Palm Beach, FL
Fine Line, Black and Grey, Realism, Portraits, Lettering
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Adser
90 Miles Tattoos · Miami, FL
Black and Grey, Realism, Neo-Traditional
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Aida
@aidabtattoo
Altered Skin Tattoos & Body Piercing · Missoula, MT
Black and Grey, Realism, Color, Floral, Animals and Pets
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Aimee
@aiminky.tt
Supersweet Tattoos and Coffee · Los Angeles, CA
Fine Line, Black and Grey, Realism, Color

Realism tattoo questions

What is Realism tattoo style?

Lifelike detail with smooth shading, depth, highlights and no visible outlines, in black and grey or full color. Animals, eyes, nature and objects are common subjects. Realism grew in the 1980s through the 2000s as tattooers trained in fine art used better machines and inks to reproduce photographs on skin.

What do Realism tattoos represent?

Capturing something exactly as it is: a moment, a memory or a subject the wearer loves.

Where can I find Realism tattoo artists near me?

Enter your city or ZIP on this page, or tap Near me, to list Realism tattoo artists closest to you with their portfolios.

Which cities have the most Realism tattoo artists?

San Diego, CA (45), Tucson, AZ (26), Culver City, CA (25), West Hollywood, CA (23) and New York, NY (20).

Can I see a Realism tattoo design before booking?

Yes. Describe your idea in the free Design a Tattoo tool on InkFinder Pro and pick Realism as the style to get four designs to bring to an artist.