Microrealism
Realism at a scale you can cover with a thumb.
What it is
The same tonal approach as realism, executed small — a portrait a few centimetres across, or a miniature landscape on a forearm. Demands a very fine hand and a healed-in-mind approach to detail.
Best for
Detailed imagery where a large piece is not an option.
Questions people ask
- What is a microrealism tattoo?
- The same tonal approach as realism, executed small — a portrait a few centimetres across, or a miniature landscape on a forearm. Demands a very fine hand and a healed-in-mind approach to detail.
- What is microrealism best for?
- Detailed imagery where a large piece is not an option.
- How well do microrealism tattoos age?
- The hardest to age well: detail packed small has the least room to spread. Placement out of the sun and away from friction matters more here than anywhere.
- What subjects suit microrealism tattoos?
- Miniature portraits, tiny animals, landscapes and objects a few centimetres across.