Tattoo Styles
At Falcon Ink, we believe that tattoos are much more than just some ink on your skin. They are works of art, an expression of who you are and a personal experience you never forget!
Realism Tattoo
A realism tattoo, as the name suggests, is a tattoo intended to look as real as possible. Especially portraits and animals are very popular in this style, but you can’t really think of anything or is possible within this style. Think of cars, flowers, clocks, skulls or numerous other examples. Realism tattoos are also very popular to get as a sleeve.
Portrait Tattoo
A portrait tattoo is more than a picture. It is a work of art that captures the emotion of a special something or someone. This could be a person, or it could be a pet. Think of a portrait of your dog that you grew up with, or the artist who created your favorite song. In this way, you can show how much someone means to you through an immortalization on your body.
Maori Tattoo
Today we owe this particular tattoo style to the Maori people of New Zealand. In this culture, people had a Ta Moko placed. This is a patterned artwork that is often tattooed on the face. In this culture, these patterns and stripes had different meanings. At one time, this tattoo was done by scratching the skin with bird bone chisels. So you can say that these tattoos have a deep history!
Fineline Tattoo
A fineline tattoo a minimalist tattoo style characterized by thin, precise lines. These lines are often used for subtle, but especially detailed designs. Fine, thin lines and one needle can be used to create straight or curved lines, keeping the tattoo subtle. The use of thin needles or very thin needle groups allows our artists to work in great detail. This work results in fine lines and patterns.
Black and Gray Tattoo
One of several simple but impressive tattoo styles is the black and gray tattoo. As the name suggests, it’s all about using different shades of black and gray. Whether you go for a simple design or full sleeve, you can hardly go wrong with a black and gray tattoo!
Ornamental Tattoo
An ornamental tattoo is a style of tattooing characterized by ornate, symmetrical patterns and geometric shapes. These designs are often inspired by traditional art forms from various cultures. Examples include mandalas and henna patterns. The ornamental tattoo meaning varies from individual to individual. For some, it symbolizes spirituality, harmony or personal growth, while for others it represents a form of self-expression or cultural connection. Ultimately, the interpretation of an ornamental tattoo lies with the wearer and the specific design he or she chooses.
Geometric Tattoo
A geometric tattoo consists of different shapes and patterns that combine to form a beautiful whole. Think of triangles, squares, circles and lines. Each of these shapes has a specific meaning. For example, a cube symbolizes stability and connection to the earth and an arrow, on the other hand, represents protection and direction. These meanings make it possible to have a tattoo designed that is personal and tells a unique story.
Mandala Tattoo
The word Mandala is a symbol that goes back centuries and represents balance and harmony. Perhaps you recognize it from the well-known mandala coloring pages. In these coloring pages you will notice that all kinds of geometric figures are perfectly connected. The word “mandala” itself means “circle,” so this explains balance and harmony. You can also see this in a mandala tattoo, as it is all about precision and symmetry. All the shapes connected together make it a mandala.
Polynesian Tattoo
Polynesian tattoos tell stories, symbolize status and carry spiritual meanings. The tradition of Polynesian tattoos goes back thousands of years and is considered a sacred art form. Each tattoo is unique and based on the wearer’s personal history. This makes Polynesian tattoos particularly meaningful and, of course, visually impressive. In this blog, we explain more about Polynesian tattoo meaning and the symbols that are incorporated into them.
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Before we plan the actual tattoo session, we always schedule an free intake first. During this intake we will show you the studio, discuss your idea and find an artist who is a good fit for you and your idea.