A collection of striking new tattoos showcases diverse artistic styles and techniques from studios across the globe. From intricate designs like a Meiji-period-inspired piece and a detailed skull jellyfish to playful concepts such as a Pillsbury Pumpkin Cookie Cat, the images highlight both traditional and modern tattooing approaches. Some submissions also feature before-and-after comparisons, revealing how ink evolves over time, while others celebrate self-created work and DIY tattooing. The posts offer a glimpse into the creativity and craftsmanship behind tattoos, whether executed by professional artists or enthusiasts.
More information on the Recap posts: [PIC 1] Submitted by: u/Odd_Debt222 Title: Crocodile by me, Max Murphy at Living Lore Tattoo in Ellicott City, MD (Artist's page) [PIC 2] Submitted by: u/tsmeu6 Title: My first tattoo! Yay! Caption: Spear of Longinus from Evangelion. Done by noodledeadink / Elyse at Witch Hazel studio in Toronto. I’m super happy with it, I’ve wanted this for years! (Artist's page) [PIC 3] Submitted by: u/bytesby Title: Pillsbury Pumpkin Cookie Cat by @wuducreations at Drop Dead Tattoo in North Ridgeville, Ohio (Artist's page) [PIC 4] Submitted by: u/1331jbyrd Title: What was asked for vs the tattoo (jellyfish) Caption: Skull jellyfish done at Twin cities tattoo fest in Minnesota Done by @justinbyrdart (Artist's page) [PIC 5] Submitted by: u/ClayNorth27 Title: Artist Lee (Hefei, China), Meiji period inspired art Caption: He added a few extra touches onto an a traditional painting, what do you think? (Artist's page) [PIC 6] Submitted by: u/ShanNarn21 Title: Metallic red chilli pepper! Done by myself (InkyShan) and based in Wickford, Essex. Caption: Had so much fun doing this piece, definitely gonna try to do more metallic pieces in the future! (Artist's page) [PIC 7] Submitted by: u/tyylaap Title: Raven by Martin Kelly, London UK Caption: 5 days, done! (Artist's page) [PIC 8] Submitted by: u/tattedbysav Title: Woah mama, caught a big one- Done by me, Savannah Falcone @tattedbysav in Santa Rosa (Artist's page) [PIC 9] Submitted by: u/Lachjam_ink Title: Dinosaur, by Hurjaesae at HISH Tattoo, Melbourne, Australia (Artist's page) [PIC 10] Submitted by: u/AndreyTattooing Title: Fresh vs healed by AndreyTattooing in Cranston, RI Caption: Done in Powerline Tattoo by Andrey in Rhode Island - about a year apart (Artist's page) [PIC 11] Submitted by: u/ctatmeow Title: Jimothy by Connelly Tait at Not Occult Tattoo in Seattle WA (Artist's page) [PIC 12] Submitted by: u/shlorpwastaken Title: Tattooed by me (shlorp.tats on IG) @ Sacrilege Tattoo Studio (Montreal, Canada) Caption: I had originally designed this as a t-shirt design but my client wanted it tattooed and I am so stoked about it! (Artist's page) [PIC 13] Submitted by: u/Tattoosaresiq_ Title: Body suit in progress by Michelle Lynn Miller in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at Somewhere Good US (Artist's page) [PIC 14] Submitted by: u/BoyToyByn Title: Finished Chest Piece covering Top Surgery Scars Caption: Artist: @tattoobytony (Instagram) Shop: Ink and Dagger in Louisville, Kentucky. Posted on here a year ago of the right side, finally got the left completed (redid my shoulder pieces while i was there) (Artist's page) [PIC 15] Submitted by: u/Least-Perception-129 Title: Wanted to share my tattoo! I absolutely love it Caption: First pic is 4 months old, second is freshly done! Art by MoySilks and tattoo done by Matte Cole at Evolution Tattoo in Reno Nevada. (Artist's page) [PIC 16] Submitted by: u/Bluebanshee888 Title: Done by Hailey LaTulip, IG @stipplewhipper at Sacred Tattoo Studio in Marquette, MI Caption: Most of this here is healed! What a tough client! (Artist's page) [PIC 17] Submitted by: u/cheblaaaan Title: Acedia Anima / Valence , France / Atlantys tattoo shop Caption: Healed piece since more than a year ! (Artist's page) Thank you everyone for posting, commenting, voting, and viewing +++ | r/tattoos. See you next month for the next Recap! List of previous Recaps Love you all! Our Instagram! +++ | r/tattoos submitted by /u/tatteam [link] [comments]