Dot Tattoo Photo #3521

Some traditions draw on Mayan motifs that carry cultural weight, while others are purely decorative. Before choosing a dot tattoo, decide whether your goal is texture or a symbol that "means something.

Using only black ink at different dilutions, this style achieves a photographic quality with rich shadows and soft highlights. Black and grey work is versatile enough for portraits, nature scenes, and symbolic imagery.

Calf tattoos benefit from a muscular canvas that gives designs depth and presence. The flat rear surface works well for portraits and detailed work, while wrapping designs follow the leg's natural shape.