Animals

Animal tattoos are one of our busiest categories — wolves, lions, bears, horses, birds of prey, snakes, insects and much-loved pets. They work in almost every style, which is why this section covers everything from photorealistic black and grey to bold colour and geometric interpretations.

Texture is what sells an animal piece. Fur direction, the wet catchlight in an eye and the way feathers overlap all have to be drawn deliberately rather than scribbled, and that is the difference between a wolf and a grey shape.

Memorial pet tattoos are welcome and handled with care. Send us the clearest photo you have, even an old one, and we will tell you what can be worked with.