Tattooist Jay Freestyle, who is based in Amsterdam, creates what only can be described as works of art that last forever on his clients' skin. His style is freehand – without any sketch or stencil and he inks the incredible drawings straight onto body parts. They might look expertly planned, but the swashes of colour, detailed line work and geometric shapes are all the result of some clever improvisation. Jay, 29, grew up in South Africa and was born to Chinese parents, he moved to Amsterdam 10 years ago and has lived and worked there ever since. Inspired by painting techniques such as watercolour and liquid ink, he brings his graphic drawings to life using a tattoo gun. His motto – “Give me a piece of your skin and I'll give you a piece of my soul” – sums up perfectly the beautiful pieces, which he makes up as he's going along.
Jay mixes his watercolour style with geometric shapes. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
An amazing example of his mixed style. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
His detailed work sees customers flock to his studio. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
Some of the tattoos look like they've been done with a paintbrush. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
They're expensive, but permanent. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
Jay said he's done a number of styles. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
He likes using colour and line work. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
Some are out of this world, like this piece. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
People love his improvised art. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
He even did his spin on what looks like the movie Up! (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
Some are unbelievable. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
The colourful inkings are impressive. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
Jay's skills came as a painter first. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
Jay Freestyle at work in his Amsterdam studio. (Photo by Jay Freestyle/360 Media Solutions)
26 May 2014 13:54:00,
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