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Tattoo styles · Dublin

Portrait tattoos in Dublin

An expression worth looking at closely.

The examples below show each approach on skin. Check the artist credits to follow a portfolio, or ask about your own subject through the enquiry form.

Woman Portrait tattoo by Georgiana Stoian

Your consultation

About the work

Human portrait tattoos rely on proportion, light and the details of a face. You may want to honour someone close to you, depict a figure you admire or work with a photograph for its character. We’ll ask what you want the portrait to capture.

A clear reference helps your artist study the features. At the consultation, we’ll discuss the image, crop, scale and placement, including which details the tattoo needs to retain a recognisable likeness.

Bring the best photographs you have and let us know whether you prefer colour or black and grey. If your subject is an animal, see our pet portrait page for examples and reference guidance.

Questions you may have

01What size does a portrait need to be?

The photograph and detail guide the dimensions. Your artist will explain what needs room to preserve the expression and likeness, alongside your preferred placement.

02What should I send for a memorial portrait?

Send the clearest photographs available and describe what you want the portrait to capture. You only need to share the personal context you are comfortable sharing.

03Can we discuss privacy before the appointment?

Please raise privacy needs before booking. We’ll discuss the placement and studio arrangements so you understand what can be accommodated.

Selected work

Human portraits by our artists

Woman PortraitByGeorgiana Stoian
Crowned Woman PortraitByCamila Conti
Medusa PortraitByAndy Lopez
Male Character PortraitByGeorgiana Stoian

Have a tattoo idea in mind?

Send your tattoo idea, references and approximate size. We’ll review the request and reply about the estimate and consultation.

Your details
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Your details

The details we need to reply to your enquiry.

Your tattoo
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Your tattoo

Tell us about your tattoo idea, proposed placement and approximate size.

Describe the subject and any details or references you want your artist to consider. You can include personal meaning if you wish, and questions about anything you are still deciding.

Our privacy policy explains how we use and protect the information you send.

Allergies *

So we can look after you properly — we’ll choose inks, coverings and aftercare that suit your skin.

References
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References

Choose references that show the subject, composition or details you like. You can add as many as you like, together or one at a time.

Artist request
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Artist request

Select a name if you want to request an artist. You can also leave the preference open.

Artist

Skin tone

This optional choice helps your artist consider colour and contrast. Leave it blank if you would prefer to discuss it in person.

We use these details to respond and plan your project, and retain client records for regulatory and compliance purposes. Our Privacy Policy explains the details. Please also read our Terms & Conditions before sending your enquiry.