Let’s face it, most tattoo photos that we see are of ink on lighter skin tones. It’s easy to photograph because of the natural contrast. There are all kinds of opinions when it comes to race and media, but I won’t be discussing that here. I just want to see more tattoos on darker hues! This Top 20 List is all about showcasing the beauty of ink on darker skin. The love for tattoo is universal, and we should celebrate the artistry among all shades of people!
Get inspired by these 20 Gorgeous Tattoos on Darker Skin:
Elegant patternwork throughout this model’s arms. shoulders, and chest. Absolutely stunning image.
A very meaningful and spiritual tattoo that takes up the entire torso of the tattoo wearer. It’s a wonderful look into her beliefs and point of view.
Spinal tattoos are always amazing, but even better when you have a back as beautiful as this woman.
Three quarter sleeve that follows along the shoulder and the chest, it seems to float seamlessly onto this tattoo enthusiast, as if he’d always had the ink.
Here’s another spiritual tattoo, this time taking up half the wearer’s back. Lovely and pensive.
Clearly this tattoo enthusiast is also a photographer, showing off his bold puzzle design tattoo along with his many impressive vintage cameras.
The expression of this wearer says a lot about where she’s been and what she’s been through, and makes her “Bless My Enemies” tattoo that much more meaningful.
Henna inspired tattoos are lovely and intricate, and getting them done on the hand means you want them to be SEEN! Wonderful work.
The full leg of this tattoo wearer is contrasted by the bare leg on the other side. Such a beautiful effect. The lion takes up the thigh and script and a pocketwatch takes up the lower leg. Gorgeous ink work and impressive dedication on the wearer’s part.
Curvy feminine tattoos amplify the soft, yet strong femininity of this tattoo enthusiast.
Lovely mandala tattoo on the muscular bicep of this tattoo wearer makes for a great effect.
Great minds who fought for their people and made everyone in their time, as well as future generations, truly question the status quo makes for a very meaningful and important, culturally and personally, hand tattoo. Such detail on such tiny tattoos, too! Great execution.
A stunningly beautiful African American inked couple takes the stage in this photo. Gorgeous all around.
The American eagle screaches on the upper thigh of this tattoo wearer. Perhaps she is a veteran showing off her patriotism. Dynamic tattoo!
What is there not to love about this photo! Everything about it is so positive, and a beautiful floral bicep tattoo to match!
This is the same model as the first picture, but we just had to show her again in a new photo, in full color. Her ink work and placement is just so beautiful.
This girl is so cool looking and so beautiful. We’ll just shut up and let you take the photo in.
Another beautifully curvy beauty, with ink that amplifies the curves. Gorgeous full color tattoos as well as script tattoo curving onto her ribcage. Just breathtaking.
This full body tattoo is not often showcased on darker skin models, and that’s a shame, because look at how amazing this looks. Hope to see more photos like this!
A tattooed couple both with anchors in different styles that are both connected to each other and individual.
