Tattoo styles in Barcelona

10 tattoo styles at 71studio.

Each of our 12 artists works in their own visual language. Find the one that fits your idea or consult with us — no commitment. Studio in Eixample, Barcelona.

01 · Anime

anime tattoos in Barcelona.

Anime tattooing relies on precise, clean linework, subtle or block shading, and color that stays faithful to the source material; it also works well in blackwork. Visually, it is defined by sharp lines, high detail, expressive character work, and vivid colors or strong contrast.

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Tatuaje Anime en 71studio Barcelona
02 · Realism

realism tattoos in Barcelona.

Realism tattooing aims to reproduce real images with high fidelity, using precise shading, smooth gradients, strong contrast and, often, no defined outlines. It can be executed in black and grey or full colour.

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Tatuaje Realismo en 71studio Barcelona
03 · Abstract and Linework

abstract and linework tattoos in Barcelona.

Abstract tattooing uses non-figurative forms: lines, ink washes, brushstrokes, color blocks, geometric shapes, and gestural marks. Linework, within this category, prioritizes clean lines without heavy shading.

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Tatuaje Abstracto y linework en 71studio Barcelona
04 · Microrealism

microrealism tattoos in Barcelona.

Microrealism is a subcategory of realism applied to very small tattoos. It uses fine needles, minimal or near-absent linework, soft shading and sometimes pointillism to build detail within a limited space.

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Tatuaje Microrealismo en 71studio Barcelona
05 · Black & Grey

black & grey tattoos in Barcelona.

Black & Grey is a style worked exclusively with black ink, diluted to build a greyscale range and soft shading. Its visual signature is the contrast between solid blacks, smooth gradients, volume and detail; white highlights are sometimes added to enhance light points.

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Tatuaje Black & Grey en 71studio Barcelona
06 · Blackwork

blackwork tattoos in Barcelona.

Blackwork is a tattoo style that uses black ink as its only colour. The technique combines precise linework, solid black fills and, depending on the piece, hatching, dotwork or negative space to create contrast and volume.

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Tatuaje Blackwork en 71studio Barcelona
07 · Fine Line

fine line tattoos in Barcelona.

Fine line tattooing uses very thin needles, typically one to three points, to create precise, delicate lines with minimal shading. Visually defined by clean outlines, low line weight, refined detail and minimal ink saturation.

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Tatuaje Fine line en 71studio Barcelona
08 · Geometry and Mandalas

geometry and mandalas tattoos in Barcelona.

Geometric tattooing is built on precise straight and curved lines, shapes such as triangles, circles, squares and symmetrical patterns, typically executed in black ink with fine linework. The mandala style combines radial symmetry, precise geometry and concentric patterns into cohesive, structured compositions.

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Tatuaje Geometría y mandalas en 71studio Barcelona
09 · Japanese

japanese tattoos in Barcelona.

Traditional Japanese tattooing uses bold outlines, dense fill, strong shading, and backgrounds featuring waves, clouds, wind, and water. It can be executed with a machine or with tebori, the hand-poke technique using wooden or metal rods.

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Tatuaje Japonés en 71studio Barcelona
10 · Surrealism

surrealism tattoos in Barcelona.

Surrealist tattooing is typically executed in black and grey or colour, with detailed shading and frequent integration of realism techniques. It is defined by dreamlike compositions, distorted proportions, impossible perspectives, and the merging of figures, objects, animals and landscapes into a single piece.

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Tatuaje Surrealismo en 71studio Barcelona
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