If you're looking for a tattoo artist who blends hyperrealism, surrealism, and illustrative styles, look no further than Antone El. A resident artist at Thirteen Feet Tattoo’s Haymarket studio, Antone brings a unique artistic perspective to the tattoo world, combining oil painting techniques with his mastery of tattoo artistry. With a specialisation in black & grey realism, colour realism, and portrait tattoos, Antone creates pieces that capture stunning detail and emotional depth.
From Dublin to Sydney: Antone’s Artistic Journey
Originally from Dublin, Ireland, Antone has been tattooing since 2014, bringing with him a strong foundation in oil painting. This background allows him to approach tattooing with an artist’s eye, translating the techniques of traditional fine art into the world of tattoos. His work is known for its incredible detail, depth, and lifelike qualities, especially in his large-scale black & grey and hyperrealism pieces.
Specialising in Black & Grey Realism, Colour Realism, Portraits, Blackwork & Illustrative Tattoos
Antone’s versatility in a wide range of tattoo styles makes him one of Sydney’s most sought-after artists. Whether you're looking for a dramatic portrait or a surreal, story-driven design, Antone has the skills to bring your ideas to life:
Black & Grey Realism: Antone’s black & grey realism tattoos are stunning in their depth, capturing the finest details and textures with precision, whether it's a lifelike animal, a portrait, or a surreal design.
Colour Realism: His colour realism tattoos feature vibrant hues and lifelike shading that make the design pop off the skin with a painterly quality.
Portrait Tattoos: Known for his hyperrealistic portraits, Antone excels at capturing likenesses with incredible detail, from human portraits to animal portraits.
Blackwork Tattoos: Antone is also skilled in creating bold blackwork tattoos, where contrast and line work create striking, dynamic designs.
Illustrative Tattoos: For those seeking something a bit more creative, Antone’s illustrative tattoos often blend realism with surreal elements, creating a unique fusion of styles that tell a powerful story.
Ready to bring your tattoo vision to life with a master of realism? Whether you're looking for a hyperrealistic portrait, a surreal black & grey design, or a vivid colour realism piece, Antone’s attention to detail and artistic approach will exceed your expectations. Antone is now accepting bookings through our contact page.
Follow him on Instagram @antone__el to see his latest work, get behind-the-scenes glimpses from the studio, and stay updated on special projects.