Home / Tattoo Gallery / Best of the Tattoo Gallery / RETURNING TO MY ROOTS

RETURNING TO MY ROOTS

RETURNING TO MY ROOTS. Yesterday I had the privilege of creating this traditional Japanese dragon for a client's very first tattoo... Japanese tattooing has always been one of my greatest artistic inspirations. Beyond the incredible designs, I've always admired the culture, discipline, respect, and dedication to craftsmanship that define this art form. Those values have quietly influenced my work throughout my entire career. Most people know me for realism, full color, and black & gray, so it was refreshing to step back into a more traditional approach. Every scale, every curve, and every line reminded me why I fell in love with tattooing in the first place. My client sat like a champion, trusted the process completely, and walked away with a tattoo that will be part of his story forever. There is something special about giving someone their very first tattoo, and I'm honored he chose me for that experience. I have a feeling this is only the beginning of his Japanese-inspired journey, and I can't wait to continue building this sleeve together. If you've been thinking about starting a Japanese tattoo, a full sleeve, or a custom piece with meaning, I'd love to help bring your vision to life. 📍 Forbidden Images Tattoo Studio 3104 Town Ave, Suite 106 Trinity, FL 34655 � forbiddenimages.com 📞 (727) 846-8757 📧 [email protected] 🌐 Visit our new website: www.forbiddenimages.com⁠ What Japanese subject speaks to you most—dragon, koi, tiger, phoenix, snake, or samurai? Let me know in the comments. 🔥 LITOS Creating Emotion. Honoring Tradition. #japanesetattoo #dragontattoo #art #tampatattooartist #customtattoo

A Traditional asian tattoo on the arm by LITOS at Forbidden Images Tattoo Studio in Trinity, FL, posted on Jul 22, 2026.

by LITOS

Studio

Forbidden Images Tattoo Studio

Trinity, FL

Styles

Traditional Color Japanese

Subjects

Asian Mythology

Body Parts

ArmFull Sleeve

Vote in Swipe Mode

Send Tattoo Request to LITOS Visit forbiddenimages.com

Continue browsing

More by LITOS (284)More traditional tattoos (483)More asian tattoos (1118)More arm tattoos (5458)Discover more artists

← Back to the tattoo gallery