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Colour and colour realism
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Colour tattoos in Barcelona
A good colour tattoo is not the one with the most colours, but the one that knows where to put them. The contrast between light and dark areas is what makes the piece jump off the skin and keeps it looking alive over the years.
We work colour in very different registers: pet and animal realism, watercolour touches, flowers, characters and even trencadís pieces, the mosaic Gaudí used to fill Barcelona with colour.
Contrast before quantity
We plan highlights and shadows so the colour lasts.
A palette for your skin
We choose the tones based on your skin tone and the placement.
Sun care
Colour loves sunscreen, and we explain how to look after it.
Colour tattoos: work from the studio
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What makes a colour tattoo last
Colour behaves differently on skin than on paper: over the years the ink settles and the tones soften. That is why the colour tattoos that age best are the ones with clear contrast between light and shadow, and a good balance between saturated colour and breathing space.
We think about this from the very start of the design: where the darkest point goes, where the brightest goes and how the colours are separated so they do not blend together over time.
Styles within colour
Colour covers very different approaches. Colour realism reproduces pets and animals with an almost photographic look; watercolour adds splashes and drips that bring movement; illustrative and cartoon work play with flat colour and characters.
And there are very Barcelona ideas, like trencadís: the broken-tile mosaic Gaudí turned into a signature of the city, brought onto skin as animals and shapes full of colour.
Colour and skin tone
Every skin tone can wear colour, but not every colour looks the same on every skin. On darker skin, for example, very light tones lose presence while intense colours stand out more.
We advise you on the palette based on your skin and the placement, and explain the aftercare: good healing and high-factor sunscreen make the difference between colour that lasts for years and colour that fades early.
Size and colour complexity set the quote and the number of sessions. Message us with your idea and we will estimate it.
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FAQ: Colour tattoos
Does colour fade faster than black?
Light colours can soften sooner than black, especially with sun exposure. Good contrast in the design and high-factor sunscreen keep the colour vivid for many years.
Does a colour tattoo hurt more?
Pain depends mostly on the placement and the length of the session. Colour usually needs more passes to saturate the skin, so sessions can be a little longer.
Can you do a colour portrait of my pet?
Yes, it is one of the loveliest commissions we get. We need a sharp, well-lit photo, and from there we design the composition and the palette.
What is a trencadís tattoo?
It is a tattoo inspired by trencadís, the broken-tile mosaic Gaudí used. The figure is built from coloured tesserae, like a small mosaic on the skin.
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Got an idea in mind?
Send it over on WhatsApp with a reference, the placement and an approximate size. We will reply with a quote and availability.