30 Mind-Bending Tattoos Capturing A World Within The Skin By This Artist (New Pics)

We reached out to Jesse and asked him some questions about his work. Firstly, we were eager to find out more about the inspiration behind creating unique 3D tattoos. The artist shared with us: “When I started tattooing, I mostly worked in realism. Back then most of us would just tattoo on the flat parts and add filler to fill in the gaps. I thought it would be cool to use depth and perspective to try to sculpt the body and utilize the fact that it is a moving, living canvas instead of fighting it. When I started experimenting with 3D tattoos, I was thinking of the skin as the top layer and working inward from there. Geometric shapes became a natural border to work within, and it allowed me to use classic tattoo principles with a twist that adds depth in a unique way.”

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Back tattoo with hexagonal patterns, depicting an astronaut and cosmic scene, showcasing a world within the skin.

Jesse also told us more about sources of inspiration that have influenced his work significantly: “M.C. Escher was a big influence when I was younger and just starting out. I always loved how his work sometimes looked simple at first glance, but then as you dive deeper, you start to see that his work was very planned out.For tattoo-specific inspiration, there were a lot of amazing artists that I loved, but I really admired Josh Duffy and Victor Portugal’s work. Their tattoos showed me how powerful negative space can be to create depth and dimension. Guy Aitchison was also someone whose work I admired. I loved how he could use different line weights and shading techniques to create flow and dimension. I wanted to find a way to incorporate that but with my own spin on it.”

For tattoo-specific inspiration, there were a lot of amazing artists that I loved, but I really admired Josh Duffy and Victor Portugal’s work. Their tattoos showed me how powerful negative space can be to create depth and dimension. Guy Aitchison was also someone whose work I admired. I loved how he could use different line weights and shading techniques to create flow and dimension. I wanted to find a way to incorporate that but with my own spin on it.”

Mind-bending tattoo on an arm depicting a vivid forest, mushrooms, and water scene.

A person with intricate mandala tattoos on shoulders, wearing a blue hat and reflective sunglasses, smiling broadly.

The tattoo artist explained to us what his creative process looks like: “I love the idea that we are all part of the universe. We all ‘wear’ our unique sense of self; our ego on the outside, but inside we are all part of something much bigger. Usually, my themes revolve around that core concept."

Mind-bending tattoo on arm depicting a surreal landscape with cubes, sunflowers, and a tree under a starry sky.

Hexagonal tattoo design on arm, creating a 3D illusion with black and white patterns, capturing a world within the skin.

Jesse continued and told us how he designs the new tattoos: “I start with a clear image of where the tattoo will be placed, considering how it will move and interact with the body. This initial step is crucial for ensuring the tattoo not only looks good but also fits perfectly on the body. From there, it’s a matter of building the design from the outside in, focusing on composition and movement to create something that feels like it was always meant to be there.”

Tattoo of a galaxy-themed hourglass on chest, showcasing a world within the skin.

Mind-bending tattoo with hexagonal shapes and cosmic elements on a shoulder, creating a 3D effect.

Lastly, the tattoo artist shared with us more details about one of the most memorable projects he’s worked on: “One project that stands out is my first 3-D tattoo, which I did for a close friend. I was transitioning to a private studio to focus more on my personal art. He wanted a design that incorporated space and geometry, which I thought would work perfectly with my new direction. I loved how the tattoo came out but I wasn’t sure how other people would like it. When I put it out there for the internet to see, it got a lot of attention and really helped me shift towards this style, opening up new opportunities for my work.”

Stunning landscape tattoo with a forest and hexagonal designs by a creative artist.

A mind-bending tattoo on a hand, featuring geometric and ocean motifs.

Geometric tattoo with cosmic artwork on an arm, showcasing a world within the skin.

Intricate geometric tattoo on forearm, featuring layered patterns and earthy tones, showcasing world within the skin artistry.

Abstract tattoo featuring geometric shapes and a surreal face, capturing a world within the skin.

Tattoo of a cosmic scene with planets, UFO, and geometric shapes on a forearm, showcasing a world within the skin.

Back tattoo featuring a ship in a 3D hexagonal design, showcasing intricate artwork by the tattoo artist.

Chest tattoo featuring 3D geometric design, creating a mind-bending world within the skin with intricate details.

Intricate tattoo featuring an eye and geometric shapes on a person’s side, showcasing skin artistry.

Tattoo depicting a woman surrounded by flowers and geometric shapes, capturing a world within the skin.

Tattoo with hexagon pattern and vibrant galaxy design, showcasing a world within the skin.

Colorful space-themed tattoo sleeve featuring planets and hexagonal patterns on a person’s arm.

Tattoo of a silhouette figure with cosmic background and geometric shapes, illustrating a world within the skin.

Tattoo depicting a galaxy with geometric patterns on a person’s arm.

3D geometric tattoo with hexagons and a green mandala on a man’s chest, showcasing intricate skin art design.

Mind-bending tattoo on chest, featuring cosmic scene with planets and cubes, creating a 3D effect on the skin.

Tattoo with a mystical creature and cube pattern on a person’s leg, showcasing art capturing a world within the skin.

Mind-bending tattoo of a 3D hexagonal pattern revealing a galaxy on a man’s chest.

Abstract tattoo with intricate eye pattern and pink geometric design, showcasing a world within the skin.