Realism tattoos require highly skilled artists to achieve photo-like quality.
Realism Tattoo Ideas
Discover the best realism tattoo ideas. Explore 500+ photo-realistic tattoos that resemble high-resolution images. Find your perfect realism tattoo.
Pain Level: Medium to High
Duration: 4-8 hours (multiple sessions)
From $400-800
Style Characteristics
- • Photo-realistic detail and shading
- • High contrast blacks and whites
- • Requires experienced artist
- • Often portraits or nature scenes
Popular Placements
Upper arm Thigh Back Chest Shoulder
Price Range
Small (2-5cm) $400-800
Medium (6-15cm) $800-1500
Large (16cm+) $1500-3000+
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Realism Tattoo Tips & Aftercare
Before Getting Your Tattoo
- • Research artists specializing in realism style
- • Bring reference images and discuss your vision
- • Stay hydrated and get plenty of sleep beforehand
- • Avoid alcohol 24 hours before your appointment
- • Eat a good meal before your session
Aftercare Instructions
- • Intensive healing process, follow artist instructions closely, protect from sun
- • Apply thin layer of healing ointment 2-3 times daily
- • Avoid swimming, soaking, and direct sunlight
- • Don't pick or scratch at scabs or peeling skin
- • Contact your artist if you notice signs of infection
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