🎨 Spotlight on Alex Jones – Realism Tattoo Artist in Newtown

For tattoos that look as real as they feel meaningful, Alex Jones is the artist to have your eye on. A resident at Thirteen Feet Tattoo in Newtown, Sydney, Alex specialises in black & grey and realism tattoos - bringing precision, softness, and striking depth to every piece she creates. Her work captures life-like portraits, nature scenes, and symbolic imagery with a level of detail that’s truly impressive.

Alex’s tattoos are known for their smooth shading, fine gradients, and meticulous execution. Her ability to render complex textures - like hair, fabric, or skin tone, makes her ideal for clients looking for portrait tattoos, animals, religious art, or other realistic pieces that hold personal meaning.

Whether it’s a small, sentimental design or a large-scale sleeve, Alex’s attention to tone, contrast, and subtle detail ensures a final result that’s both powerful and timeless. Alex is now accepting bookings through our contact page.

Follow her on Instagram @alexjonestattoo to see her latest work, get behind-the-scenes glimpses from the studio, and stay updated on special projects.

🎨Introducing Mertim Gokalp – Master of Realism in Circular Quay

Fine Art Meets Hyperrealism in Tattoo Form

An award-winning tattooist and accomplished fine art painter, Mertim brings a museum-quality approach to every piece he creates at Thirteen Feet Tattoo in Circular Quay, Sydney. Originally from Istanbul and now internationally recognised for his artistic achievements, Mertim holds a Fine Arts degree and was granted a Distinguished Talent visa by the Australian Government - an honour reserved for creatives with exceptional global influence. His tattoo work is grounded in fine art traditions and elevated by storytelling, technical mastery, and emotional impact.

Realism Tattoos That Redefine the Medium

Mertim’s tattoos are stunning in their depth and realism. Whether working in black & grey, colour realism, portraiture, or micro realism, he captures minute details and subtle expressions with the skill of a master painter.

Black & Grey Realism Tattoos Sydney

These monochromatic masterpieces are perfect for anyone seeking lifelike images with dramatic contrast and soft, smooth shading. Mertim’s black & grey realism work often features mythological figures, cinematic portraits, and symbolic scenes with powerful presence.

Colour Realism & Portraiture

With a painter’s eye for tone and balance, Mertim creates colour realism tattoos that pop off the skin. From vibrant character portraits to historical icons and mythological beings, his ability to bring colour to life is second to none.

Micro Realism Tattoos

For those looking for intricate detail on a smaller scale, micro realism offers maximum impact in compact form. These tattoos are perfect for highly detailed portraiture, objects, or symbolic motifs that require precision and finesse.

Mertim is now accepting bookings through our contact page.

Follow him on Instagram @mertimgokalp see his latest work, get behind-the-scenes glimpses from the studio, and stay updated on special projects.