Shading Tattoos

I create dimensional tattoos with expressive black and grey shading.

Springfield, OR, USA

Custom Black And Grey Shading

Per session

A considered shading approach can turn a strong concept into a tattoo with depth and atmosphere.

A More Personal Way to Build Tattoo Depth

I develop the design around your subject, placement, and preferred level of contrast. Soft transitions can create a subtle, atmospheric finish, while deeper values help define form and draw attention to key details. Each element is placed with the overall composition in mind, so the tattoo feels cohesive from every angle.

The session is calm and collaborative, with space to review the direction before tattooing begins. I focus on steady technique and deliberate layering to create expressive black and grey work that remains readable and visually balanced. The result is a piece that reflects your idea while carrying my signature attention to dimension.

Ideal For

Portraits and realistic subjects
Dark, atmospheric concepts
Nature, animals, and figures
Existing designs needing more depth

How It Works

Share Your Idea: Tell me about the subject, placement, size, and visual direction you have in mind.
Refine The Design: I shape the composition and shading plan around your concept and skin placement.
Create The Tattoo: We move through the session with careful layering, contrast, and attention to detail.

About

Made to be yours

I am Xon, a tattoo artist creating expressive custom work and thoughtful flash designs. I help people turn personal ideas, meaningful moments, and striking imagery into tattoos that feel distinctly their own. My style moves from clean linework and rich color to darker, playful concepts, always shaped around the person wearing it. I bring a collaborative, relaxed approach to every piece, from the first idea through the final detail.