Biomechanics Tattoo Photo #9418

The style became popular in the 1980s and gained wider recognition in the early 2000s, partly inspired by the work of artist H. R.

Sketch-style tattoos replicate the look of pencil or pen drawings, often including visible construction lines and loose strokes. The intentionally unfinished quality gives the design an artistic, work-in-progress feel.

The shoulder's rounded shape gives tattoos a natural frame, wrapping designs around the deltoid muscle. It's a versatile placement that transitions easily into a sleeve or back piece.