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Old school Tattoo Photo #1735

Realism old school tattoo featuring intricate execution on the collarbone
Old school tattoo — Photo 39 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.

Achieving lifelike results in skin requires mastery of light, shadow, and color blending. Realistic tattoos often look three-dimensional, with subjects appearing to emerge from the skin surface.

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.