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REALISM TATTOO

Black-and-grey realism is our signature: portraits, animals, and full sleeves built with careful layers of shading. Larger pieces are planned across multiple sessions, allowing the skin to heal properly and the details to stay sharp.

RECENT WORK

All photos are real, healed client work from our Kata Beach and Bang Tao studios — tap any piece to view it full size.

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IS REALISM RIGHT FOR YOU?

Realism suits anyone carrying a reference that matters — a portrait of family, a pet, a hero, or a photograph from your travels. Black-and-grey ages gracefully and reads clearly even as it settles over the years.

We also cover this style in our tattoo guide and answer the most common questions below.

BOTH STUDIOS OFFER THIS STYLE

Not sure which studio suits your trip? Send us your hotel area on WhatsApp, and we'll point you to the nearest one.

REALISM TATTOO— COMMON QUESTIONS
HOW MANY SESSIONS DOES A REALISM SLEEVE TAKE?

Typically, two to three sessions are needed, depending on the coverage and level of detail. If you’re visiting Phuket for one or two weeks, we can schedule one or two sessions during your trip and complete the rest on your next visit—or create a smaller, self-contained piece instead.

WHAT MAKES A GOOD REFERENCE PHOTO FOR A PORTRAIT TATTOO?

Choose images with sharp focus, good contrast, and natural light. Send two or three options via WhatsApp, and our realism artist will honestly tell you which one will translate best into a tattoo.

WILL A BLACK-AND-GREY TATTOO FADE IN THE TROPICAL SUN?

All tattoos fade with sun exposure—especially in tropical climates. We use slightly stronger contrast for clients who live in sunny places, and applying SPF after the tattoo has healed helps keep it sharp for years.

 

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