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Our goal isn't just to create a design on your skin; we strive for a tattoo that speaks to you , that reflects your essence, strength, character, experiences, and beliefs. A design with quality and meaning, as unique as you are.

At Avantgarde we have the best international artists . True geniuses with ink.

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KITANA

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FRANKLIN

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CLAUDIA GERMAN

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KITANA - Preferred styles: microrealism, fine line, blackwork and minimalism

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My name is Kitana and I understand tattooing as an exchange of trust in which my clients allow me to tell their story through a work of craftsmanship. For me, it is about more than just tattoos, it is a way of dignifying the beauty of all bodies, of reclaiming the things that mark them, that matter to them and that are part of their unique personality.

All tattoos are important to me and will be created with all the love and dedication available. If you are looking for tattoo ideas in Barcelona, fine line tattoos, microrealistic tattoos or pointillist and detailed textures, come and visit me.

FRANKLIN - Preferred styles: microrealism, realism and fusion

Avantgarde Tattoo Resident

My name is Franklin. I have been designing and creating tattoos since 2010, influenced by urban culture and street art, combining classic and modern graphic styles. Between harmonies and contrasts I create unique designs that capture contemporary ideas.

Each person is a world, that is why with each client I take advantage of the inspiration that arises in the conversation prior to the tattoo, to generate graphic proposals that reflect that special combination of both clients' ideas.

CLAUDIA ALEMÁN - Preferred styles: microrealism, blackwork, pointillism and fineline

Avantgarde Tattoo Resident

Hello! My name is Claudia, but I am known as Kla. I am a tattoo artist with years of experience in the world of artistic tattooing, specialized in blackwork, pointillism, fine line and micro realism, fusing them with my own style. My approach is based on precision, detail and timeless aesthetics, creating personalized pieces that adapt to each client's story and style.

My professional career has led me to work in renowned studios, both in Latin America and in the United States and Europe, perfecting my techniques and expanding my artistic vision. Each tattoo I create is the result of a meticulous process, where I combine creativity, technique and a deep respect for the skin as a canvas.

If you are looking for a tattoo with fine lines, subtle shading and a clean, detailed style, I would be happy to help you translate your idea into a unique, personalized design.

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A tattoo doesn't need to be large to attract attention and be full of detail; this is demonstrated by microrealistic tattoos, which can possess an infinite number of details in a small section of skin.

These tattoos can only be created by a true master of drawing ; they began as a way to express modern culture and classical artists, but today they have expanded to unlimited themes.

If you are considering this style for yourself, below we show you a little more about the history and most important characteristics of this style, thus showing if it is the best option for you.

What are microrealism tattoos?

As the name suggests, these are realistic-style tattoos, but on a smaller scale. The intention of this style is to capture highly detailed images in ink, capable of resembling a photograph . Creating these types of tattoos requires great skill, extensive training, and drawing technique.

Unlike other styles, they don't have sharp black outlines. Artists must work with shading to create a three-dimensional effect. Many artists today favor this tattooing technique, but as with any style, it's important to check the artist's references before getting a tattoo to avoid unwanted results.

History

According to some historians, traces of what would become realism can be found as early as 500 BC, when some artists sought to recreate large figures in human form . However, it was during the Renaissance in the mid-16th century that the realist movement gained momentum, with artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Titian , among others, creating works that closely resembled reality in terms of facial features, perspective, and more.

The invention of the camera obscura by Nicéphore Niépce around 1816 marked a turning point, giving rise to the first photograph and laying the foundations for photorealism . With the arrival of handheld cameras in 1878 , photography became widespread, no longer the exclusive domain of professionals. As technology advanced and cameras became commonplace, photorealism, as an artistic movement, lost some of its exclusivity. However, from 1970 onward , it experienced a remarkable resurgence as an evolution of pop art , which spurred the development of new techniques such as microrealism.

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Styles compatible with microrealism tattoos

Most tattoos reflect a specific style, but in some cases, and in order to enhance the design, some artists combine different techniques, providing incredible results.

Microrealism tattoos require excellent drawing skills and can be combined with other tattoo styles . One such style is dotwork, also known as pointillism, which involves creating images with tiny dots that, when viewed from a distance, form the desired image. Another style it combines perfectly with is geometric tattooing, a technique that uses repetition to capture the eye's attention.

Features

There are many factors that define and facilitate the identification of these tattoos with a unique style, these are:

They do not have black outlines and are used shadows, gradual layers and contrast to give a three-dimensional visual effect or a two-dimensional image.
They only cover one small stretch of skin.
Count on many details that seek to resemble the image of inspiration.
They have a photography aspect.

Renowned microrealism tattoo artists

Some of the artists who are renowned for their dedication and ability in this style are:

Eva Krbdk

She gained her experience in Istanbul and currently has her own studio in New York City. After experimenting with different styles, she turned her attention to classical works. Some of her best-known works are based on the almost exact reproduction of the most famous works of art on the skin of her clients and at a very small size. What makes her even more famous is her ability to transfer the details of the works to her drawings, in addition to adding three-dimensional effects, which make her drawings even more surprising.

Balazs Bercsenyi

This Hungarian tattoo artist moved to London where he received his training, and later decided to move to New York and join the Bang Bang team where he currently provides his services. Today he has gained renown due to his drawings which are meticulously crafted, based on geometry, spirituality and sculpture to achieve a precise finish in all his designs. He is characterized by working with different minimalist styles that include micro realism tattoos.

Brian Woo

He is also known by the name of Dr. Woo, he is one of the pioneers in the style of micro realism. Each of his works is considered art and within his personal signature are the designs made with fine lines in black and gray scales that result in a realistic image. His drawings have many details, are loaded with subtlety and look natural on the skin. Micro realism tattoos are an expression of art that seek to reflect an image as accurately as possible, all reduced to a limited space of skin, being able to do this type of work requires many skills, precision and especially a lot of experience, there are many talents distributed around the world dedicated to this art, each of them with a style that defines them and makes them unique.

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What you should always keep in mind before getting a tattoo

Microrealism in tattoos is a very interesting and artistic expression of elements that we can find in our environment, which makes these designs very attractive and eye-catching.