Neo-traditional tattoos in Barcelona
Bold lines and rich colour. Classic motifs with richer drawing.
How we approach neo-traditional
Neo-traditional starts from American traditional tattooing, with its bold line and clear read, and adds more detail, a wider colour palette and more illustrative proportions.
Animals, portraits of women, flowers, objects and ornaments are common motifs. It uses outlines of different weights, colour gradients and small highlights that add volume without losing the strength of the drawing.
The result reads well from a distance and lasts thanks to the strong outline: even as colour softens over the years, the piece stays legible.
It works very well in medium pieces that can be combined over time, and as the centrepiece of a sleeve with backgrounds and ornaments around it.
Works well for
- Illustrated animals and portraits
- Colour flowers
- Medium-size pieces
- Arm, thigh and calf
We are at Carrer de Bailèn, 120, in Dreta de l’Eixample, three minutes from Verdaguer metro. Walk-ins and appointments welcome.
Neo-traditional questions
What is the difference between traditional and neo-traditional?
Traditional uses few colours, minimal shading and very simple designs. Neo-traditional keeps the bold line but adds detail, gradients, more colours and more illustrative drawing.
Can it be done in black and grey?
Yes. Colour is the most common choice, but black and grey neo-traditional also works very well, especially for portraits and animals.
Other styles
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Realism
Portraits, animals and scenes in black and grey or colour, from your photo.
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Fine line
Fine line by specialist artists: original designs, detail and pieces that age well.
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Traditional
Bold lines, solid colour and classic designs that read from metres away.
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Blackwork
Solid black, geometry and engraving. High-contrast designs that age well.
Tell us your idea
Send us the idea, the placement and a rough size. We reply with a quote and dates.