Your physical looks and the world around you will fade in time, but tattoos—and photos—are forever. Together, they’re a winning combination for portraiture. Whether you like how tattoos look on the human body or not, there’s no denying the power of a tattooed person as a portrait subject. On a dramatic level, you’re able to capture independence, edge, and self-expression through your lens. Symbolically, the person you’re taking a picture of has permanently imprinted their own self-identity and philosophies onto their body. We can’t think of anything more powerful than getting all that in a shot!
To prove just how sublime some of these portraits can be, we gathered 31 seriously striking shots of tattooed folks in the 500px community. Scroll down for some major ink-spiration! And if you happen to be on the hunt for tattoo designs yourself, consider looking into this for ideas—from the dope to the dreamy.
Which one is your favorite shot? Let us know in the comments below! And if you think we missed out on a great tattooed photo, drop the link below, and we might just do a Part 2 of this collection.
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