•Japanese• Known as “Traditional Japanese, Irezumi, Neo Japanese”

Key Points: Colorful, Flattened Perspectives, Illustrative Line Work, Use of Negative Space.

Imagery: Dragons, Tigers, Koi, Hannya, Oni, Yokai, Deities, Fu Dogs, Samuari, Kitsune, Frogs, Cats, Cranes, Snakes, Namakubai, Chrysanthamums.

•Floral•

{This imagery is done in every style! Florals are a popular concept that works for any tattoo.}

•Traditional• Known As “Trad, Old School, American Traditional, Western Style”

Key Points: Bold lines, Strong Colors and Contrast, Long Lasting.

Imagery: Military Influence, Eagles, Skulls, Daggers, Roses, Swallows, Panthers, Snakes, Clipper Ships, Reapers, Butterflies, Pin Ups.

•Neo Traditional• Known As “Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Ornamental, Contemporary, Filigree”

Key Points: Ranged Color Palette, Varying Line Width, Smooth Shading.

Imagery: Filigree, Lace, Ornamental, Women, Animals, Florals, Foliage, Frames, Art Nouveau.

•Illustrative• Known As ”Dot Work, Fine Line”

Key Point: A Very Steady and Accurate Hand, Heavy black, Use of Negative Space, Etched or Stamp Look.

Imagery: Cross Hatching, Parallel Lines, Patterns, Geometric Shapes, Dots, Knot Work.

•Black and Grey•

{Commonly refereed to as a “Style”, But actually just a color choice. Any style can be done this way.}