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Realism (sometimes “photorealism”) is a style which incorporates heavy shading and multiple texture effects to make a tattoo appear as lifelike as possible.
- Photo-realistic subject
- Heavy shading and gradients
- Minimal outlines
- 3D elements
Realism Style tattoos commonly focus on faces, animals, objects and scenery due to them being instantly recognizable, although it’s by no means limited to these subjects.
One of the most defining characteristics of realism tattoos is the lack of bold outlines, instead focusing on deep shading and contrasts to make the tattoo appear as similar to a photograph as possible.
Realism is perhaps one of the most difficult styles to master, given the skills required to pull it off effectively. However, when done correctly, realism is one of the most strikingly beautiful styles out there.
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Realism Style Artists
Here you can find selected artists that specialize in Realism style tattoos.
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