matt nelson
traditionaljapaneseneotraditional
PORTFOLIO
ABOUT
Matt Nelson is a highly skilled tattoo artist based in Virginia Beach, United States, specializing in traditional, neo-traditional, and Japanese tattoo styles. Renowned for maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness in his practice, he secures his commitment to customer's safety by requiring a $100 deposit for appointments. Known for his distinctive touch in the classic style, his work brilliantly manifests at the highly-regarded Saltwater Tattoo.
PERFECT FOR
01traditional eagle tattoo
02classic panther head
03bold red rose tattoo
04traditional spider design
05sailor jerry style tattoo
06vibrant traditional tiger
07pin-up girl tattoo
08traditional snake and hand
TECHNICAL
Palette
bold red, vibrant yellow, deep blue, forest green
SPECIALIZES IN
traditional americana motifs
AESTHETIC
bold
classic
strong
vibrant
enduring
nostalgic
energetic
iconic