Richard Swarnock
black&grayanimal_realismgeometricjapanese
PORTFOLIO
ABOUT
Richard Swarnock, a tattoo artist based in Auckland, New Zealand, is a master of black & gray, geometric, and Japanese styles. With over 50k avid followers on Instagram, his skill level is evident in the artistry of his designs. Richard's deep understanding of these styles has enabled him to create unique and awe-inspiring tattoos that have made him prominent in the industry.
PERFECT FOR
01Black and grey animal sleeve
02Full back tattoo wildlife
03Japanese style black and grey birds
04Large scale snake tattoo
05Detailed blackwork eagle
06Illustrative tiger ribs tattoo
07Heavy black and grey animal tattoo
08Textured feather tattoo back
TECHNICAL
Palette
Black, shades of grey
SPECIALIZES IN
Animals
Botanicals
Traditional Japanese-inspired elements
AESTHETIC
Powerful
Majestic
Intense
Dark
Wild
Traditional
Intricate
Imposing