What tattoo styles does Aloha Tattoos specialize in?

We specialize in Norse, Viking, Celtic, Polynesian Tribal, Black & Grey Realism, Full Color, Mandalas, Sacred Geometry, Fine-Line, Japanese Traditional, American Traditional, and custom tattoo cover-ups.

Who does Norse and Celtic tattoos in Utah?

Aloha Tattoos in Murray is one of the few shops in North America specializing in authentic Norse, Viking, and Celtic tattoo styles.

Do you offer Polynesian tribal tattoos near Salt Lake City?

Yes. Our artists create custom Polynesian tattoos using traditional and modern freehand techniques, serving Murray, Salt Lake City, and all of Northern Utah.

What is the difference between Black & Grey and Color Realism tattoos?

Black & Grey Realism uses shading for depth and contrast, while Color Realism brings lifelike vibrancy. Our artists excel in both styles.

Can I get a custom Mandala or Sacred Geometry tattoo?

Absolutely. Our artists design custom Mandalas, Dotwork, and Sacred Geometry tattoos that flow naturally with your body and personal meaning.

Do you do tattoo cover-ups and reworks?

Yes. We specialize in cover-ups, transforming old or unwanted tattoos into fresh, custom designs tailored to your style preferences.

What are the most popular tattoo styles in Salt Lake City?

In Utah, popular styles include Norse, Celtic, Polynesian, Realism, Mandalas, Fine-Line, and American Traditional. Aloha Tattoos offers all of these with expert artists.

Illustrative & New School

Illustrative and New School Tattoos at Aloha Tattoos

Illustrative tattoos blend the best of fine art and body art, combining bold outlines, rich shading, and dynamic imagery to create tattoos that feel like living illustrations. At Aloha Tattoos in Murray, Utah, our artists excel in bringing these designs to life—merging techniques from drawing, painting, and graphic art into unique tattoos that stand out.

What Makes Illustrative and New School Tattoos Special

Unlike realism, which aims to replicate life exactly, or traditional tattoos, which stick to defined conventions, illustrative tattoos are flexible and expressive. They allow for creative interpretation, exaggeration, and storytelling, giving your piece a one-of-a-kind personality. These tattoos can range from bold, cartoon-inspired designs to detailed, fine-line sketch-style work.

Styles Within Illustrative Tattooing

Cartoon & New School – Bright colors, exaggerated shapes, and playful energy.
Sketch & Ink Style – Designs that look like they were drawn right onto the skin.
3D & Experimental – Illusions, abstract details, and perspective tricks that make tattoos come alive.
Custom Artwork – Many clients bring in personal illustrations or ask our artists to design something original from scratch.

Why Choose Aloha for Illustrative Tattoos?

Our team brings together artists who specialize across many disciplines—realism, color, blackwork, ornamental, and illustrative styles. This means no matter what direction you want to take, we have someone who can translate your idea into a piece of body art that flows with your personality and your body.

Getting Started

If you already know your design, placement, and preferred artist, you may be ready to book directly. But for most clients, the best way to begin is with our Tattoo Inquiry Form. The form lets us review your idea and match you with the artist who can capture the illustrative style you’re after.

Illustrative tattoos are about creativity without limits. Share your idea with us today through the Tattoo Inquiry Form, and let’s create artwork that looks like it stepped off the page and onto your skin.

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