Old school Tattoo Photo #1707

It is a timeless look that stays readable even as the tattoo ages. What defines old school The style is built on strong outlines, simple shading, and a limited palette.

Using lines of varying thickness to define shape and depth, linework tattoos achieve expression through economy. The absence of shading keeps the focus on the quality and flow of each stroke.

The collarbone's clean horizontal line provides a natural guide for elongated designs. This placement adds a subtle accent to the upper body and works especially well with fine-line and minimalist styles.