AMERICAN TRADITIONAL

Eighth Element Tattoo is known for creating amazing, bold and best American Traditional tattoos. These tattoos celebrate the history and story of time through the ages of maritime sailors of the past to modern day with a unique simple and bold look of the early 1900’s. The artists at Eighth Element Tattoo are very skilled and create detailed designs. Eighth Element Tattoo is the perfect place to get your American Traditional tattoo that looks cool, bold and has a lot of meaning.

Best American Traditional Tattoos at Eighth Element Tattoo

American Traditional tattoos are characterized by bold black outlines, a limited color palette (often red, yellow, green, and black), and iconic, often nautical-themed imagery, like anchors, eagles, and roses. Neo-Traditional tattoos uses the old school rules loosely with changes in different line thickness, full color palettes, and can include modern imagery.

Popular American Traitional Tattoos:

Our artists specialize in a range of American Traditional designs, including scenes and images such as:

Nautical symbols (anchors, ships, compasses), animals (eagles, sparrows, panthers, snakes, sharks), and other traditional motifs like roses, hearts, and daggers. 

Historical Significance:

The style has roots in sailor culture and wartime symbolism, with prominent figures like Norman "Sailor Jerry" Collins, Stoney St. Clair, and Bert Grimm helping to popularize it. 

Why Choose Eighth Element Tattoo for American Traditional Tattoos?

  1. Best American Traditional Tattoo Artists
    Eighth Element team includes some of the most talented American Traditional tattoo artists in the industry, skilled in recreating the bold patterns and powerful symbolism of American Traditional art.

  2. Authenticity and Precision
    Our artists understand the importance of respecting the cultural and historical significance of American Traditional designs, ensuring every tattoo is created with authenticity and precision.

  3. Custom Designs
    Every tattoo at Eighth Element is a collaboration with the client, tailored to reflect their personal connection to American Traditional and symbolism. Whether it’s a depiction of a specific motif or a unique modern interpretation of an American Traditional image, we create designs that resonate deeply.

  4. Versatile Styles
    Eighth Element offers a variety of styles for American Traditional tattoos, including:

    • Black and grey: For bold and dramatic designs.

    • Color tattoos: To bring vibrancy and life to images and symbols.