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

White Tiger color portrait animal tattoo

January 03, 20261 min read

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A White Tiger Color Realism Portrait in Missoula

This is a powerful color realism portrait of a white tiger. The piece captures the animal's intense gaze, anchored by a piercing blue eye. Mickey Schlick created this custom tattoo at Montana Tattoo Company, blending the tiger's natural beauty with artistic elements.

The portrait focuses on the tiger's face, showcasing detailed fur texture and distinct black stripes. Vibrant red floral accents frame the animal, adding a bold contrast to the cool white and blue tones. This isn't just an animal tattoo; it's a statement piece of fine art for the skin.

The Work Behind the Realism Tattoo

This is a masterclass in color realism. The challenge lies in rendering white fur convincingly on skin, using subtle shading and contrast to create form. Mickey built the tiger's structure with precise black and grey values before layering in color.

The striking blue eye required careful saturation to achieve depth and life. Integrating the abstract, warm-colored background with the sharp realism of the portrait ensures the tiger remains the undeniable focal point. This technique is what makes a realism tattoo in Missoula stand out.

Book With Mickey Schlick

If you want a custom animal portrait or realism tattoo in Missoula, Mickey Schlick is the artist to see. He specializes in detailed color realism and creating unique, personal artwork. Contact Montana Tattoo Company in Missoula at 406-215-4321 to book your consultation and discuss your vision.

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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