Professional tattoo by Mickey Schlick at Montana Tattoo Company in Missoula, MT.

Award Winning Artist Noelin Wheeler

January 02, 20261 min read

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Skull with Headdress and Blue Lightning Surrealism

This piece by Noelin Wheeler blends several powerful styles into one cohesive image. It features a realistically rendered skull adorned with a detailed headdress. The surreal element comes from the vibrant blue lightning that fractures the form, glowing from the eyes and coursing through the feathers.

This isn't just a skull tattoo. It's a custom piece of surrealism that tells a story. The fusion of color realism with graphic, comic book-inspired energy creates something truly unique for our client in Missoula. It's a great example of the custom tattoo art we create at Montana Tattoo Company.

The Work

Executing this piece required mastery of multiple styles. The skull and headdress are done in precise color realism, demanding careful attention to texture, shadow, and form. The challenge was integrating the bold, graphic elements of the blue lightning without losing that realistic foundation.

The surrealism lies in that seamless blend. The comic book style is seen in the clean, impactful lines of the lightning bolt. This combination of meticulous realism and striking graphic art is a specialty for artists like Noelin Wheeler, a skilled surrealism tattoo artist in Montana.

Book With Noelin Wheeler

If you are looking for a custom surrealism tattoo in Missoula, Noelin Wheeler is accepting new clients. Specializing in blending realism with surreal and graphic elements, Noelin can bring your unique vision to life. Contact Montana Tattoo Company in Missoula at 406-215-4321 to discuss your idea and book a consultation.

Mickey Schlick

Mickey Schlick has been a tattoo artist for 22 years, owned Montana Tattoo Company for 10 and also runs Lowbrow Knowhow in his limited free time. Get in touch!!

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