Mens Tattoo Photo #22817

Trends come and go, but a well-chosen piece that means something real remains powerful for decades. Enduring Styles and Current Directions Blackwork geometric patterns, fine-line realism, Japanese traditional sleeves, and American traditional flash all remain strong choices that have proven their staying power.

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.

The ribcage offers a private placement that only shows when the wearer chooses. Its curved surface adds dimension to designs, though the area is known for being one of the more sensitive spots to tattoo.