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.

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
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.

