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Portrait (woman) tattoos in Japan
Female portrait tattoos are a motif depicting a woman's face or upper body. In addition to realistic and black and grey styles that depict subjects realistically like photographs, illustrative works combined with flowers and ornaments are also seen.
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What styles are female portrait tattoos done in?
Realistic and black and grey styles, which use shading like photographs, are commonly seen. There are also illustrative works that incorporate flowers and ornaments.
Can I get a real person depicted?
Some works are based on photographs. Visiting Japan? Send us your idea and dates through our booking form, and we'll match you with an artist whose work fits.
How should I choose a tattoo artist for female portraits?
Portraits are a subject where differences in skill and artistic style are easily apparent, such as in the shading of the face, the depiction of the eyes, and the expression of skin texture. Visiting Japan? Send us your idea and dates through our booking form, and we'll match you with an artist whose work fits.