EVERY STYLE.
16 tattoo styles across Bali, each with the studios that do it.
Fine line
Thin, delicate lines for small pieces, florals and detailed outlines.
Micro realism
Tiny, photo-like images packed with detail, drawn with the finest needles.
Realism
Portraits, animals and scenes shaded to look like a photograph, often in black and grey.
Blackwork
Solid black ink, bold shapes and strong contrast, from small marks to big pieces.
Dotwork & geometric
Patterns, mandalas and sacred geometry built from dots and precise lines.
Japanese
Bold outlines, waves, koi and dragons, designed to wrap around the body.
Traditional
Thick outlines, a limited palette and classic flash like anchors, roses and daggers.
Neo-traditional
Traditional shapes with richer colour, more detail and a modern twist.
Tribal & Balinese
Bold patterns rooted in Balinese, Polynesian and other island traditions.
Hand poke
Needle and ink placed dot by dot with no machine, for a soft, handmade look.
Watercolor
Soft colour washes and splashes that look painted onto the skin.
Minimalist
A few simple lines or a tiny symbol, kept clean and quick to do.
Lettering
Names, quotes and dates in script, serif or handwritten fonts.
Colour
Bright, full-colour work from cartoons to bold new-school art.
Illustrative & sketch
Sketchy, drawn-by-hand artwork with an illustrator style.
Cover-ups
New work that hides an old tattoo, planned around what is already there.
Good to know.
- How does style change the price?
- Detail and time. A fine line piece or micro realism takes more hours than a simple blackwork shape of the same size, so it costs more. Each card shows the lowest price for a small tattoo, or the typical range when studios do not publish one.
- Can I mix styles in one tattoo?
- Yes, many artists blend styles, for example fine line florals with a dotwork frame. Tell the studio what you want when you send your request, and check their portfolio for work that looks like your idea.
- Can a studio cover up an old tattoo?
- Often. A cover-up is usually bigger and darker than the tattoo under it, so expect a larger size and a higher price. Include a clear photo of the old tattoo in your request.
- How do I pick a studio for my style?
- Open a style below to see the studios that do it, then compare their prices by size, their reviews and their area. Studios post their own portfolios, so look at recent work before you send a request.