Are you a fan of dark themes, exciting stories and iconic figures? Then dark tattoos and blackwork are the perfect way to immortalize your interest. These styles are perfect for people who love powerful and mystical designs. The tattoos are characterized by their dark and daring appearance. What makes these tattoos so popular and what should you pay attention to when choosing such a tattoo?

What are dark tattoos and blackwork?

Dark tattoos often have a number of recurring themes. Themes with a touch of mysticism or occult subjects.

Popular themes for dark tattoos

• Classic monsters.
• Horror movies.
• Skulls or skeletons.
• Mythical creatures.
• Dark art.

Blackwork focuses on solid black surfaces, clean lines and clever use of negative space. Think abstract patterns and hyper-detailed illustrations. A blackwork tattoo has a striking and almost dramatic character.

Why this style?

As with many other styles and themes, this is also a way of personal expression. The deep black ink and bold designs create a powerful message and a strong visual statement. An opportunity to capture complex emotions and ideas in a unique way. These styles are raw, pure and say something about you and your style.

BlackBear Ink artists for dark tattoos and blackwork.

Your idea for a dark tattoo perfectly executed? Choose an artist who specializes in this style. These are tattoo artists from BlackBear Ink who work in these themes and styles.

Lis – Blackwork | Linework | Abstract 
At Lis you can go for blackwork with a lot of linework and high contrast. Striking designs with sleek linework. She translates organic and industrial shapes into abstract compositional designs.
Brian – Blackwork | Dark art | Bold
Known for his expertise in blackwork. Brian has a strong motivation to create unique and impressive designs. Recurring themes in Brian’s work? Dark and death.
Nanda – Blackwork | Realism | Fineline
Nanda is inspired by nature, but also has an affinity with dark subjects. She prefers to make portraits with dark, mythological and natural elements.

What to consider

Are you considering a dark tattoo or blackwork? Then remember that it is essential that the tattoo artist is specialized in the style. Here are a few things to think about.

• Fades with time: Large black areas can lighten after a few years. Plan a touch-up if you want the design to stay sharp.
• The tattoo artist is key: Not every tattoo artist has experience with large black areas or complex designs. Go for someone with a strong portfolio.
• Size of the design: With these themes and tattoo styles, details often stand out better when the design is larger.

Get your dark tattoo at BlackBear Ink

Dark tattoos and blackwork make a powerful visual statement. They are impressive works of art on the body. Make an appointment for a dark tattoo at BlackBear Ink? You can do that via the booking form.