Illustrative tattoo of an elephant with flowers and adinkra symbols, Done in atlanta by tattoo artist Wes Holland

Tattoo Styles: Illustrative Tattoos

Illustrative tattoos mix drawing skills & fine art concepts with the striking composition and boldness of tattooing to tell a story or capture a moment.

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Choosing the Right Artist For Your Illustrative Tattoo

Wes Holland Specializes in illustrative tattoos at Lightwork Tattoo in Sandy Springs.

Some of Wes’ favorite illustrative subject matter to tattoo are animals, mythological creatures, flowers, cultural object & antiques, and vehicles.

His attention to detail and commitment to quality results in stunning, eye-catching art that not only looks exceptional but also holds deep personal significance.

Illustrative tattoo styles represent a unique blend of artistry and storytelling, making them a compelling choice for clients seeking to express their individuality or cover-up tattoos from the past with stunning new art.

The Illustrative tattoo style is the best choice to capture intricate details or tell a story within a single image. With bold lines, deep shadows, and vibrant color palettes, this style takes hundreds of years of fine art theory and applies it to skin — making it great choice for black & grey or Color tattoos on Dark skin.

Illustrative tattoos are versatile. They can range from playful designs to more refined themes, fitting different styles like fantasy, nature, or abstract art. Each tattoo can be customized to tell your personal story, interests, or experiences, ensuring that every piece is a unique reflection of you.

The Illustrative style works exceptionally well for large-scale pieces like sleeves or back tattoos, where your artist can fully explore the relationship of themes, elements, and compositions. However, it’s also perfect for smaller designs that still need to convey a powerful message or feeling.

Ready to turn your vision into reality? Book your consultation and tell your story with a vivid Illustrative tattoo today!


Sleeves

Stipple Shadding

Fine Line Tattoos

illustrative

Cover-Ups

Color Tattoos on Dark Skin

Black & Grey Tattoos

Floral Tattoos

Cute Tattoo Ideas

Cover-up ideas

Sleeves • Stipple Shadding • Fine Line Tattoos • illustrative • Cover-Ups • Color Tattoos on Dark Skin • Black & Grey Tattoos • Floral Tattoos • Cute Tattoo Ideas • Cover-up ideas •