Surreal Buck Surreal Buck Portrait tattoo

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A Surreal Buck Portrait in Missoula

This piece is a striking departure from a traditional animal portrait. Mickey Schlick created a surreal buck portrait that feels both familiar and dreamlike. It's a custom tattoo that captures the spirit of Montana wildlife through a different, more artistic lens.

The buck's form is rendered with impressive detail, grounding it in reality. The surrealism comes through in the flowing, abstract elements that integrate with the animal's form. This approach makes for a unique and personal piece of body art right here at Montana Tattoo Company.

The Surrealism Tattoo Work

This is a fine example of surrealism tattoo work. Mickey worked in black and grey to build texture and depth, focusing on smooth transitions between the realistic and the abstract. The challenge was balancing the recognizable anatomy of the buck with the fluid, imaginative components.

The style avoids pure realism, allowing for a more interpretive and personal expression. The technical skill lies in making the surreal elements feel intentional and part of the creature's essence, not just added on.

Book With Mickey Schlick

If you're looking for a custom tattoo in Missoula that blends realism with imagination, talk to Mickey. He specializes in creating unique, surrealism tattoo art. To start your own piece, call Montana Tattoo Company in Missoula at 406-626-8688 to book a consultation with Mickey Schlick.