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Tattoo style

Traditional & Old School Tattoo Amsterdam

About this style

Bold, readable and built to last. Traditional tattooing uses strong composition, confident linework and clear shapes, from classic imagery to personal custom interpretations.

01

Why traditional ages well

Solid lines and clear shapes keep their reading as the skin changes. That is the whole logic behind the style: fewer, stronger decisions instead of detail that competes with itself.

Classic motifs are a starting point, not a limit. We regularly build custom designs that follow traditional rules with subject matter that is personal to the client.

02

Colour, placement and flash

Traditional colour palettes are chosen for contrast as much as for looks. We advise on which colours stay strong on your skin tone and placement.

Ask about available flash and Wanna Do designs. These are reservable concepts rather than downloadable artwork; you book the design with the artist who drew it.

From idea to design

Made for your body, not copied from a screen.

We translate references into an original composition, balancing linework, detail and contrast with size and placement.

Recent work

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Placeholder - tattoo work, Motorink Amsterdam
Placeholder - tattoo work, Motorink Amsterdam
Placeholder - tattoo work, Motorink Amsterdam
Placeholder - tattoo work, Motorink Amsterdam

Artists who work in this style

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Yes. We adapt classic imagery to your idea, placement and size while keeping the linework and composition that make the style work.

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