Matty Stevens 3 Posted July 21, 2020 I am looking to get my first tattoo. A big colorful chrysanthemum on my shoulder. Looking through tons of tattoos I don't feel really drawn to almost any of them except a handful. Here are two of the ones I like and I'm trying to understand what kind of style they are so I can find an artist who can do what I'm wanting. I know that traditional style is too vivid for me and contrasts too starkly with the skin for my tastes. I'd appreciate any of your help! 1 Dan reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SStu 2,264 Posted July 21, 2020 If I had to try and categorize those I'd say they are both versions of no outline neo-realism. Having said that, the description would probably only mean something to someone who actually does that style. If you are new to tattoos I might suggest spending some time searching for old threads here that cover the topic of no outline tattoos. There is a lot of "for" and "against" on the matter, but it would be good for you to be educated about the possibilities. 3 Gingerninja, scottyg and oboogie reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan 2,433 Posted July 21, 2020 10 hours ago, meirsteinmetz@gmail.com said: I am looking to get my first tattoo. A big colorful chrysanthemum on my shoulder. Looking through tons of tattoos I don't feel really drawn to almost any of them except a handful. Here are two of the ones I like and I'm trying to understand what kind of style they are so I can find an artist who can do what I'm wanting. I know that traditional style is too vivid for me and contrasts too starkly with the skin for my tastes. I'd appreciate any of your help! hi , and welcome, but are you sure you want the world to see your personal email ? 1 scottyg reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matty Stevens 3 Posted July 21, 2020 (edited) Thank you Dan!! Probably would’ve been out there forever Edited July 21, 2020 by Matty Stevens 2 scottyg and Dan reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hollie 72 Posted July 22, 2020 Google “water colour flowers”. I think it’s a mixture of water colour and neo as @SStu mentioned. Very pretty flower. Where are you based? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matty Stevens 3 Posted July 26, 2020 Nice, yes something in that realm but cleaner lines. I am in Boulder, CO Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SStu 2,264 Posted July 28, 2020 Oh, you're in a tattoo artist Mecca. Boulder, Denver and Co. Springs all have LOTS of talent. 1 Gingerninja reacted to this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites