1.Old Tradition
Evolved from Japanese Ukiyo-e, this style of tattoos does not care about realism, but more about charm, and has a single color composition. Most of them appear in a large-scale image like a full-body back. It gives a strong visual impact and the selected themes are also Most of them are related to ukiyo-e mythological characters, and they convey strong characteristics of Japanese traditional culture.
2.New Tradition
On the basis of the old tradition, the perspective relationship and light and shade changes in the western painting culture have been added, the structure has become complicated, the colors have become rich and varied, and the subject matter is also rich. However, in the eyes of many tattoo artists, there is not much difference between the new tradition and the old tradition. They are all traditional cultures, but some painting techniques are incorporated. The new is also based on the old.
3.Old School
It can be understood as an old European and American tradition. The themes used are all that can be seen in daily life. Various animals and plants, icons, avatars, food, and daily necessities can all be used to play. The matte black is mostly black, ignoring realism, and the level is simple and clear. Not many people accept it in China, but it seems that it has gradually become popular in the past two years. Now there are tattoo artists who specialize in this style.
4.New School
If the old school is the old tradition in Europe and America, then the new school is the new tradition in Europe and America. This style continues the old-fashioned style and incorporates more realistic paintings, but does not pursue extreme authenticity. The colors are colorful, a bit like an illustration design. , Adding some exaggerated elements, the lines are more changeable, the levels are richer, and the design sense is stronger. The old school was something from before the 1990s, while the new school is a product of this century. It can be distinguished whether it is a new school or an old school by looking at the element structure of the pattern.
5.Portrait
The tattoo artist is extremely demanding, requiring very high drawing skills and pattern understanding. People can use tattoos to commemorate loved ones and admired stars.
The development of tattoo art has undergone years of precipitation, and many artistic expressions have appeared. With the opening of information and ideas, many styles are now merging, and more tattoo artists are also pursuing personal styles, and some are not even within the scope of the above styles. Inside, tattoo works cannot be roughly classified based on techniques and materials alone, and new styles and techniques may appear in the future. Innovation is always a necessary prerequisite to promote development. As the saying goes, radish and cabbage have their own loves. When choosing a tattoo, you should listen to your own inner thoughts. Don't be bound by rules and regulations. What you like is the best.
