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Old school Tattoo Photo #1722

A striking old school tattoo using sketch technique on the back
Old school tattoo — Photo 26 of 50

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.

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 back provides the largest continuous canvas on the body, ideal for detailed scenes and large-scale compositions. Upper back pieces are easy to conceal, while full-back tattoos make a dramatic statement.