Neo-Traditional Tattoo In Sydney

Immerse yourself in the fusion of tradition and innovation within the art of neo-traditional tattoos in Sydney. If you're looking for bold, vibrant, and timeless designs, our studio is the perfect place to bring your ideas to life through ink.

Our talented artists specialise in this unique style, creating stunning artwork that combines traditional tattooing techniques with contemporary elements.

Neo Traditional Tattoo Artists at Thirteen Feet Tattoo

With a passion for tattooing, our artists have a precise eye for detail and a talent for vibrant colour palettes, crafting striking pieces that embody the core of this art form. Seamlessly blending the classic elements of traditional tattoos with modern flair, each piece is designed with precision and finesse.

Meet our Neo-traditional Artist

Megan Oliver | @maglieri_tattoo | Newtown

The Neo-Traditional Tattoo Style

Emerged between the 80s and '90s; the neo-traditional artists began to mix traditional designs with new-school techniques to create a style that is bold with a modern twist. Neo-traditional tattoos are more than just ink on the skin; they fuse traditional techniques with a fresh perspective.

Its bold lines, vibrant colours, and intricate designs set this style apart. It's a celebration of classic tattoo artistry with a contemporary vibe, as the style's value lies in its ability to create eye-catching pieces that stand the test of time.

Borrowing elements from the traditional American, nautical and Japanese styles but combining them with modern themes like technology, pop culture, and nature.

Key Elements

Bold Outlines to define the shapes and contours of the design. These outlines add a sense of structure and definition, contributing depth and character to the tattoo and creating a clear separation between different elements within the design.

Rich Colour Palette filled with vivid and extensive colour choices. Artists use a diverse and vibrant palette that goes beyond the limited traditional tattoo colours that add life, vibrancy, and dimension to the designs. However, you can also adapt the style to create a non-traditional tattoo in black and grey. .

Intricate detailing from meticulous linework to elaborate shading and textures, significantly enhances the tattoo's visual appeal and realism.

Use of Iconic Symbols such as roses, anchors, animals, and other traditional emblems are reimagined with a contemporary twist. This fusion of traditional imagery with updated style gives them a fresh appeal.

Traditional Tattoo v/s Neo-Traditional

Both styles share similarities, as the neo-traditional style is an extension of the traditional tattoo style. The fundamentals of the techniques are very similar, but the approach is different. Both styles have unique appeal, but Neo-Traditional tattoos stand out for their fusion of classic techniques with modern aesthetics.

Similarities that Neo-traditional share with Traditional style.

Use of clean and precise line work
Heavy Saturation and use of colour.
Use black to contrast and add depth to the designs.

Differences that Neo-traditional has with Traditional style.

Neo-traditional uses two or more line weights to create a better design flow.
Neo-traditional uses a more expanded colour palette while traditional sticks to the same colour palette - Black, red, yellow and greens -.
Neo-traditional uses techniques to create dynamic designs with more depth and dimension.
The neo-traditional style allows more freedom when designing as it not only sticks to classic symbols but can also be mixed with modern icons.

Tattoo Placement Ideas

When considering a Neo-Traditional tattoo, envision bold designs adorning areas like forearms, thighs, or calves or opt for a neo-traditional back tattoo or a neo-traditional sleeve tattoo; these placements allow for stunning larger pieces or smaller, intricate designs that complement the body's natural curves.

However, some areas—like palms or elbows—may distort the design over time and are best avoided for this style. If you’re unsure of the placement, your tattoo artist can help you choose the perfect spot for your next tattoo.

Have Design In Mind?

Got a cool design in mind? Or maybe you are looking for Neo-Traditional Tattoo Ideas? At Thirteen Feet Tattoo, our artists will help you shape that epic tattoo vision! Whether it's a specific concept you're bringing or you're looking for some inspiration within the style, we're all about making your ink dreams a reality.

Our crew loves getting creative. We're here to collaborate, ensuring your tattoo is not just ink but an expressive, vibrant reflection of your unique vibe!

Neotraditional Tattoo Artists in Sydney

Looking for a tattoo style that blends bold outlines with rich, modern detail? Neotraditional tattoos are a perfect mix of classic and contemporary — and our Sydney-based neotrad artists at Thirteen Feet Tattoo specialise in just that.

From ornate portraits to floral, fantasy, and animal designs, we create custom neotrad pieces that are vibrant, striking, and built to last. Visit our studios in Newtown, Haymarket, or Circular Quay to start your neotrad journey today.

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