Tattoo style

Blackwork tattoos in Japan

Blackwork is a tattoo style that uses only black ink, filling in large lines and areas to create strong contrast. Designs primarily consist of patterns, geometric shapes, silhouettes, and similar motifs, composed by the arrangement of black areas.

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