--- title: "Portrait Realism Tattoo Artists — TattMe" description: "43 verified portrait realism tattoo artists with portfolios, pricing, and online booking." source: https://tattme.app/styles/portrait-realism site: TattMe --- # Portrait Realism tattoo artists TattMe lists 43 verified portrait realism tattoo artists, with published services starting around $1. Page: https://tattme.app/styles/portrait-realism ## Artists | Artist | Location | Styles | Price range | Rating | Profile | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | TheMadTatter | Dallas, Texas | 3D, Anime, Black & Grey, Animals | $51–$1800 | 5.0 out of 5 from 4 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/TheMadTatter | | NANDO_INKS | Endicott, New York | Line-work, Hyper Realism, Lettering, Portrait Realism | $75–$600 | 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews | https://tattme.app/artists/NANDO_INKS | | Gonas_Art | — | Black & Grey, Color, Chicano, Floral | $600–$1600 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Gonas_Art | | Damionjonestattoos | Falls Church, Virginia | 3D, Abstract, Anime, American Traditional | $250–$2000 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Damionjonestattoos | | INKK_LYFE | Cleveland, Ohio | 3D, Abstract, Animals, Anime | $150–$1200 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/INKK_LYFE | | Tattsbyap | Houston, Texas | Black & Grey, Cover-Ups, New School, Portrait Realism | $75–$1000 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Tattsbyap | | Sir_Julius_Tattz | Houston, Texas | Anime, Animals, Black & Grey, Cover-Ups | $200–$1800 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Sir_Julius_Tattz | | 1_Mo_Tatt | Raleigh, North Carolina | Black & Grey, Color, Illustrative, Japanese | $750–$1500 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/1_Mo_Tatt | | Juggin_Ink_Studios | Hillcrest Heights, Maryland | Black & Grey, Cartoon, Calligraphy, Black-work | $75–$1450 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Juggin_Ink_Studios | | Royalty_Ink | Murfreesboro, Tennessee | 3D, Anime, Black-work, Calligraphy | $250–$800 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Royalty_Ink | | JetMadeTattoo | Chicago, Illinois | Black & Grey, Black-work, Cartoon, Chicano | $200–$1200 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/JetMadeTattoo | | Spectac_Ink | Harrisville, Mississippi | Black & Grey, Cover-Ups, Horror, Negative Space | $60–$1800 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Spectac_Ink | | kiddd_ink | Orlando, Florida | 3D, Anime, Animals, Black & Grey | $1–$1200 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/kiddd_ink | | Creamer_Inking_Now_LLC | College Park, Georgia | Anime, Animals, Color, Calligraphy | $80–$1200 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Creamer_Inking_Now_LLC | | Mars_Inko | Huntsville, Alabama | Abstract, Anime, Black & Grey, Calligraphy | $50–$750 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Mars_Inko | | KiKisTattoos | Kell, Illinois | American Traditional, Black & Grey, Black-work, Calligraphy | $150–$1200 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/KiKisTattoos | | Sketch_By_Lex | Bedford Heights, Ohio | Anime, Animals, Black & Grey, Cartoon | $100–$600 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Sketch_By_Lex | | AB._Tattoos | San Juan, Texas | American Traditional, Animals, Anime, Black & Grey | $10 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/AB._Tattoos | | Vendler_Tattoo | Phoenix, Arizona | Chicano, Cover-Ups, Hyper Realism, Graffiti | $600–$2500 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/Vendler_Tattoo | | LEGENDARY_HANDZ | Austin, Texas | Black-work, Anime, Black & Grey, Cover-Ups | $300–$1200 | — | https://tattme.app/artists/LEGENDARY_HANDZ | ## Portrait Realism artists by city - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in Houston](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/texas/houston/portrait-realism) — 2 artists - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in Dallas](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/texas/dallas/portrait-realism) — 1 artists - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in Endicott](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/new-york/endicott/portrait-realism) — 1 artists - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in Falls Church](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/virginia/falls-church/portrait-realism) — 1 artists - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in Cleveland](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/ohio/cleveland/portrait-realism) — 1 artists - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in Raleigh](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/north-carolina/raleigh/portrait-realism) — 1 artists - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in Hillcrest Heights](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/maryland/hillcrest-heights/portrait-realism) — 1 artists - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in Murfreesboro](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/tennessee/murfreesboro/portrait-realism) — 1 artists - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in Chicago](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/illinois/chicago/portrait-realism) — 1 artists - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in Harrisville](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/mississippi/harrisville/portrait-realism) — 1 artists - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in Orlando](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/florida/orlando/portrait-realism) — 1 artists - [Portrait Realism tattoo artists in College Park](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops/georgia/college-park/portrait-realism) — 1 artists ## Client reviews **5/5** — Maia Bartee about TheMadTatter (2026-07-23) > The Mad Tatter is AMAZING. She is extremely professional and her attention to detail is unbelievable. I’m extremely grateful for her dedication to her craft. my tattoo reflects excellence and is also unique. Worth every penny! **5/5** — Taylor Stafford about TheMadTatter (2025-12-28) > Experience: 10/10! I absolutely love the quality of my tattoos. She truly brings my ideas to life and often creates a vision even better than what I imagined. The experience is always worth the price, and the environment is warm and welcoming. I won’t get another tattoo unless it’s with The Mad Tatter. **5/5** — Veronica Gordon about TheMadTatter (2025-11-27) > Jax😉…Is definitely “HER” from her skills, to her professionalism, to her schooling you on what’s required for the body and skin when tattooing. I’m never going anywhere else…the whole experience was more than a vibe. She attentive, personable, creative, knowledgeable, and definitely funny. If you seeking other artist you won’t after reviving that Mad Tatter Tatt.. 💯PERCENT‼️..Not only is her work 🔥🔥🔥She’s definitely ya artist favorite artist✌🏾 **5/5** — Trey Smith about NANDO_INKS (2025-10-26) > Amazing, very professional and clean. quality work and great price. definitely recommend. ## Frequently asked questions ### How much does a portrait realism tattoo cost? Verified artists in this category start at around $1, with the final price depending on size, detail, placement, and the artist's experience level. ### How do I find the best portrait realism tattoo artist for me? Browse the 43 verified portrait realism artists on TattMe, compare portfolios, and read client reviews. Look specifically for artists whose existing work matches the size, color palette, and level of detail you want — a great realism artist isn't automatically a great traditional artist, even within the same studio. ### Where on the body does portrait realism work best? Portrait Realism can work almost anywhere, but the right placement depends on the design's complexity. Highly detailed pieces need enough surface area to read clearly — back, thigh, and full sleeves typically work best for intricate work, while simpler designs translate well to forearm, calf, or rib placements. Ask your artist for placement advice before you commit. ### Does portrait realism age well over time? Portrait Realism ages best when the underlying technique is sound — clean lines, appropriate ink density, and placement away from high-friction or sun-exposed areas all matter more than the style itself. Verified TattMe artists publish their portfolios with healed work where available, so you can see how their pieces look months or years out. ### Where can I find portrait realism tattoo artists near me? TattMe lists portrait realism artists across multiple cities — top markets right now include Houston, Texas, Dallas, Texas, Endicott, New York. Use the city filter on individual style pages, or browse the full directory by city to see what's available in your area. ## Related - [All tattoo styles](https://tattme.app/styles) - [Tattoo artists by city](https://tattme.app/tattoo-shops) --- Every link above is an HTML page and is the correct URL to cite. Append `.md` to any of them for this same plain-markdown representation. Site summary: /llms.txt — full description: /llms-full.txt.