Black and Grey Realistic Lion
Category: realism tattoo
Realism Eye Tattoo by Louis Santos
I had a lot of fun doing this realistic eye tattoo. It was Reece’s first tattoo, and he was very calm about it, didn’t move one bit throughout the whole session. As it was inside of his arm, I was expecting to be a bit of a difficult area for him, but not at all. All the session went really well, and we had a good laugh in the process. When you run a business, and you have a good day, like most days, you should thanks by the end of it, because most of our clients are awesome, and we forget to be grateful about it. Keep an eye for updates on the site, and be sure to follow me on Instagram@louissantostattoo
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Thanos, Marvel Comics Tattoo by Louis Santos
I’m really exited about doing this Marvel Comic sleeve on Harry. I finally got the opportunity after 13 years of tattooing. So I feel very grateful and lucky to be having the opportunity to do this. After Avengers “infinity wars” I felt like it was the right time to do a Marvel sleeve. As I loved the movie, like all comic super-heroes fans did enjoy it. I really wanted to do a full sleeve of super-heroes based on the avengers movie. So I’m not one to wait and expect things to happen to me, I go after it, specially if I’m passionate about it. So I met Harry, and tattooed his back, and he asked me for a realistic tattoo. However I noticed he was just as nerd as me, and I sensed his love for comic books, and super-heroes. So that’s where the idea of suggesting a Marvel sleeve came from. I offered with a good discount too, to help him out to get it done. I was really exited when he accepted, and tattooing a Super-hero sleeve on someone who’s passionate about it, as much as i am, i really couldn’t ask for more. Harry is a really nice guy too, and when his sleeve is done, hopefully we will work on future projects. So if anyone out there is thinking about having a comic super-hero related Tattoo, be sure to message me, as I’m sure to give a pretty good discount on it, as I’m happy really happy to be doing it. Keep an eye open on the Marvel sleeve updates, and follow me on instagram@louissantostattoo
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The eye of Hamsa
Big Phoenix Project
Today I got to work on Saba’s leg Phoenix tattoo. I think next time we are going to finish it. It has been a big project. She first walked in the studio asking me if I could design a Phoenix just for her, and I replied, for sure. She seemed happy with the consultation and made an appointment. After a few sessions tattooing her, she admitted that, she visited multiple other studios, and she asked if they would be able to design something just for her, and they said no. How we are called tattoo “artists” and some studios “not all” are only copying images from internet. 13 years ago, when I began tattooing, i would not expect, this would be the way the tattoo industry would been heading to. I was expecting every tattoo artist in the industry pulling amazing drawings, paintings and customised design tattoos as well, but no, it’s gone the other way round artistically. It just itches my head to try to understand, how can someone be considered an artist, when they don’t draw. In the video game industry, if you copy an image, you probably would loose your job, in the tattoo industry when someone copy an image, they get rewarded for it. I love drawing, and it’s something I will never stop doing, it’s in me, and it gives me an opportunity to express myself, and get my ideas out.
Realistic lion on calf with black and grey rose
Working with Struan was a mix of patience and faith. He got one session done, and to start on his second one, I think he went travelling and I didn’t see him for a few years. However, we got there eventually, it was worth the wait. I’m not religious, but I believe in having faith and being persistent, we have to be patient with our clients, and it pays off in the end. I really enjoyed this piece and it will be for sure added to my list of realism tattoos. Thank you Struan.
Japanese Snake on forearm
I have been doing a lot of realism tattoos lately, which I’m very grateful for, however, if you see my portfolio from a few years ago, I used to do a lot of Japanese work. I still enjoy doing it, even knowing is not what I’m really focused on at the moment. I was sure to follow her request, I stencilled the head and free handed the body. When I free handed the body, I made sure to take my time, to make sure it was in proportion. She was happy with the layout, so we were both happy to go ahead with the tattooing. Nicolette came all the way from London for this tattoo, however she was very dedicated, and attended every session without fail. I couldn’t ask for a better experience, thank you Nicollet.
Realistic Buddha Tattoo
We got to the end of Andy’s sleeve, however it won’t be the end of our tattoo journey. I did his first tattoo, on his front, underneath his chest. It was a quiet sensitive area, however we got through it. We only did small sessions at the time, so we both had to be really patient with the process. However we got through it. Only the ones who stick with the process, with get the end result. We are currently working on ideas for his next sleeve, which I’m already exited about it, as Andy has awesome ideas. When you get a client who is patient, sticks thought the process, has good ideas, and you get on with them, it’s like heaven on earth. And I wholeheartedly don’t take it for granted, as it’s a pretty special thing. Thank you Andy!
Realistic Horror Tattoo
Max requested for a horror black and grey sleeve with a bit of colour somewhere. So I gave him the idea of making the skull in colour to come forward, and he was happy to go ahead. He first wanted a full sleeve of Zombies, and in the process of planning his full sleeve, we came to an agreement that, a full sleeve full of Zombies would need another ideas, in order to make his sleeve a bit more interesting. So he decided to get a goat skull on top of his sleeve, and carry on with a monster holding a skull. So the zombies are still to come, perhaps on his bottom half sleeve. My experience with Max was awesome, it was his first tattoo, so I respected him, for the fact that he was willing to put time to his first tattoo. He’s a young lad, and very sensible. We were both in to the same kind of music, so I was sure to introduce him to some new bands, and so did he. I would be very happy to carry on with Max’s sleeve, he’s moved from Leeds to down south, but he said he was happy to come and see me, as he’s enjoying the process. Thank you Max. Follow me on Instagram/louissantostattoo
Lioness Tattoo with Caribbean flower
When I approach feminine tattoos, that’s when I bring out my delicate side. Tattooing guys usually a approach a different way. I enjoy colour tattoos, a lot of tattoo artists find it stressful. But I find it relaxing, specially doing delicate flowers. I access a different part of my brain where it’s more gentle and subtle. Even being gentle and subtle, when approaching a tattoo we must consider longevity. That’s why contrast is important. Thank you for reading