Trash Tattoo Photo #10071

The result is ink the wearer wants to hide, cover up, or remove entirely. Not every failed piece is the artist's fault.

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 chest is a bold placement choice that stays mostly concealed under clothing. Its proximity to the heart makes it a popular spot for meaningful symbols, text, and portrait work.