The “original” zombie has come a long way. From White Zombie in 1932 (often considered the first zombie movie) to shows like The Walking Dead and movies like Shaun of the Dead and World War Z, zombies have been around in popular culture for almost 100 years.
Zombieland’s Bill Murray done by Craig Mackay in the UK in a black and grey realistic style.Realistic black and grey zombie head done by Pavel Polovnikov at Red Berry Tattoo Studio in Poland.
Some popular zombie movies to get your tattoo ideas started include Dawn of the Dead, Day of the Dead, 28 Days Later, Zombieland, Zombieland Double-Tap, Planet Terror, Dead Snow, Shaun of the Dead, I am Legend, and The Return of the Living Dead, to name a few.
American traditional frosty zombie done by Dan Gagné at Mortem Tattoo in Montreal.Realistic colour Dawn of the Dead zombie done by Kristian Kimonides, in Melbourne Australia.
In tattoo form many people choose to get their zombies in a realistic style, with both black and grey or colour being popular.
Cute cartoon zombie done by Joshua Hoiberg.Huge realistic colour Walking Dead sleeve done by Taryn Lee in Nottingham, UK.
American traditional or neo traditional is also a popular choice when getting the undead inked.
Classic Shaun of the Dead themed piece done by Matthew Limbers at Dearly Departed Tattoo in Milford, Michigan.Hyper realistic tarman zombie from The Return of the Living Dead, done by Paul Acker at Séance Tattoo Parlour.
As with most spooky tattoos, some people go for “cute”, usually meaning a more new school or cartoon style, or neo traditional.
Fun cartoon zombified Bart Simpson done by Shawn Havron at Artisan Body Piercing and Tattoos in Norfolk VA.A neo traditional zombie ready to party, done by Moira Ramone in Rotterdam, NL.
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Bartholomew J. Simpson, son to Homer and Marge of the Simpson family. KNown for his quick wit, pranks, and one liners.Bart’s character of rebelliousness and lack of respect for authority have had him described as an updated and modern version of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn. He is a disruptive student at school, and often causes trouble for his teachers, the principal, and the grounds keeper.
Neo traditional “I didn’t do it” Bart done by Alex Strangler.3D Bart head done by Giovanni Muglia.Bart on a squishee bender done by Matt Daniels at Chapel Street Tattoo in Chorley.El Barto done at Michel Tattoo Studio.
Although Bart is a prankster he has a soft spot for his family, particularly his siblings.
Baby devil Bart skateboarding done by Anthony Stewart at Anchor Tattoo in Vacaville, CA.A sad grown up Bart done by Gueller at Cry Baby Tattoo Studio in Mexico.Bart with his slingshot done by Marco Mopils at Kartell Tattoo, Frankfurt : Germany.Johnny Rotten Bart done by Наташа Дестройщица Russia.
He is often seen with a skateboard, a slingshot, or candy!
Cool looking Bart in blackwork style done by Bryan Ferrari at Honor Bound Tattoos in Calgary AB.Blackwork skeleton Bart head done by Iain Sellar at Long Fox tattoo.An older Bart design done by “Sean from Texas”Inspired by The Simpsons movie. Done by Yeray Perez in Malibu tattoo studio, Sitges, BARCELONA.
Bart can get up to some pretty bad behaviour, but ultimately isn’t a bad kid. He likes having fun (sometimes at other peoples expense) but on a number of occasions he shows true remorse for his actions.
Little Bart and baby Lisa. Bart really is a great big brother! Done by Camille Gualtieri in Qc, Canada.Blackwork Bart mooning on his skateboard done by J at Under The Gun Tattoo Co in Los Angeles.Traditional Bart done by Roberto Euán.
In some of the Treehouse of Horror episodes, Bart is seen as a monster, such as the fly, zombie, gremlin, devil and more.
Edgar Allan Poe Bart done at Dolly Tattoos Black Sails, Brighton.Bart as “The Fly” done by Ellen Morris Custom tattoo studio, Chesterfield.Ghost Bart done by Jon Larson at Depot town tattoo in Ypsilanti-MICHIGAN.Hyper realistic gremlin Bart done by Josh Herman at Black Wood Tattoo in Denver.Zombie Bart done by Mark Backstrom Tattoo Artist at AntiSocialite Tattoo.
As a tattoo Bart is most often done in American traditional, neo traditional, and blackwork style.
Tiny neo traditional Bart jamming to some tunes done by Carla Evelyn at Paper Moon Tattoo.Skeletal tattooed Bart with a wicked skateboard done by Liza Musselman Tattoo artist at Archive Tattoo in Toronto.Bart dressed up for Halloween done by Jason Ochoa while guest tattooing at Flying Panther in San Diego, CA.
Homer Jay Simpson, beloved fictional father of the Simpson family. He was created by Matt Groening and named after his own father, Homer Groening.
Homer and his love of donuts done by Alex Strangler done in Venice, CA.Hyper realistic Homer from Treehouse of Horror episode recreating Stephen King’s The Shining. Done by Josh Herman at Blackwood Tattoo, Denver.Homer and Krusty! Done by Matthew Hockaday.Chromatic shift, trippy Homer done by Winston (the whale).
Homer was born in 1956, and has been making the world laugh with his wacky antics since his t.v. debut in 1989.
Homer and a nice frothy Duff beer. Done by Anna Plienko.Homer as Santa Claus, strangling Bart. Done by Jasmine Keats done at Shogun Tats tattoo and piercing studio.Creepy ghost Homer done by Michela Bottin.Picasso inspired Homer portrait done by Zane Donnellan at STR Tattoo and Art Studio, Wyong, NSW, Australia.
Homer can often be seen either at home with his family, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie; at work with Mr. Burns, and Smithers, or at Moe’s tavern with his pals Moe, Barney, Carl, and Lenny.
Homer and Plopper sharing a carrot. Done by Ariana Tormenta.Young Homer in his grunge band, Sadgasm. Done by Jed Squire Desbrow at Vintage Inx.Super creepy Duff beer/Homer portrait done by Rodrigo Bittencourt de Azeredo.
Along with Moe’s tavern, some of Homer’s hangouts include Apu’s Kwik-E Mart, and Krusty Burger.
Tattooed Homer and Marge done by Atena Bazofia.Neon Homer as Mr. Sparkle, his Japanese soap mascot. Done by Jon Sproul at Clandestine Rabbit Tattoo in LA, CA.Snuggly Homer in bed done by Chanel (sassybury).
Homer is most well known for his love of beer and donuts, and his job at the powerplant. BUT, Homer has also been a musician, an astronaut, a truck driver, actor, mobster, carny, coach, farmer, and so much more!
Fancy Homer portrait done at Black Bones Custom Tattoos in the UK.A Flanderised Homer from another Treehouse of Horror, done by Joshua Davis at Wicked Inklination.Dot/linework zombie Homer done by Sebastian Camargo at Chronic Ink in Toronto.
As a tattoo, Homer is mainly done in a new school design, as he is a cartoon character. He can also be seen in neo traditional, American traditional, realistic, linework, hyper realistic, and blackwork.
Homer and his pink donut done by Erin Davies at La Belle Tattoo Studio in Melbourne, Australia.New school giant headed Homer done by Kelly Doty at Helheim Gallery, in Salem MA.Matching Marge and Homer linework portraits done by Thomas Bates at Five Keys Tattoo Studio, Norwich.
Jan Veldman works at First String Tattoo in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Matching Russian nesting dolls with totem designs.Blackwork death’s head moth.Big ole’ werewolf and red moon.Badass cobra with witchy hands.We all float down here… Pennywise and balloon.A Salvador Dali inspired piece.Traditional ship with flowers.He’s late! Black and grey white rabbit from Alice in Wonderland.Terrifying snake lady with barbed wire.
Jan’s style can be characterized as neo traditional and new school, with a hint of American traditional thrown into the mix. He tattoos everything from classic roses to characters from shows and movies.
Ghost sheet tattoo with some classic flowers.Devilish baphomet in black and grey.American traditional style Jesus Christ and cross.Hobo cat doing his thing!Japanese good fortune Maneki Neko cat.A drunk Speedy Gonzales.Road Runner and Wile E Coyote.Creepy new school spider with eyeball.
Most of Jan’s work is bright and bold, but he doesn’t shy away from some brilliant black and grey work either!
Neo trad woman and wolf head.Classic and deadly scorpion with red background.A ghostly Bart Simpson with some script and trad flowers.Cute little cactus with budding flowers.Bender!Bright red chameleon.Adorable Michelangelo with his favourite food.Super cute new school cupcake.
Bring in your own design or pick one of his. Whatever you choose, Jan is a must see artist in Winnipeg!
Vince is a Canadian tattoo artist working out of Emerald Club Tattoo in Selkirk, Manitoba.. Vince does brilliant American traditional work, creating his own original work as well as doing the shop’s flash work.
Classic clasped hands and wreaths.Badass wolf head!Bright lighthouse.Aboriginal girl head.Angry snake head.Classic swallow, lantern, and “dad”.Skull, scythe, and spider web.Disney piece featuring Chip from Beauty and the Beast and Tinkerbell from Peter Pan.Eagle!Beautiful stag and traditional flower.Japanese peony!Bold stomach scorpion.Aboriginal styled bear paw and head.American traditional deaths head moth.Brilliant traditional dragon!Bart Simpson skull.
Vince is a must visit artist for you walk in and American traditional needs!
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