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"Welcome to the Heart of Tradition: Exploring the Timeless Craftsmanship of Our Traditional Tattoo Shop"

In this blog, we delve into the world of traditional tattooing, celebrating the enduring legacy of classic American ink. Discover the rich history, iconic designs, and the vibrant community that defines our traditional tattoo parlor. Join us on a journey through the artistry of bold lines, limited color palettes, and the unmistakable charm of old school tattoos. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or new to the world of ink, our blog offers insights, stories, and inspiration for those who appreciate the timeless allure of traditional tattooing.

Cool Animal Tattoos

Buck tattoo

Beautiful Buck Tattoo by Joel Josselyn

We LOVE animal tattoos here on Electric Street!

Animals speak to our nature, to our inner animal. They tap into our spiritual nature and have done so since the beginning on time.

Traditional Tiger Tattoo

Traditional Crawling Tiger Tattoo by Frankie

This is evidenced across the board in every culture across the globe dating back millennia. You can look at Egyptian hieroglyphics as a perfect example.

Vicious Gorilla Tattoo by Allie J!

It’s only natural that animals have always been part of the Tattoo landscape.
From the military to tattoo prison culture animal tattoos are used to express power and authority.

Traditional panther and snake combo

So if you find yourself in doubt, try connecting with your inner animal. I think you’ll find a wealth of tattoo reference just waiting to be discovered.

Lucky cat tattoo by Zach


I’m conclusion here’s a shortlist of animals in my personal tattoo collection
- Eagle on my chest
- Two wolves
- Tiger on my ribs
- several snakes
- black panther back piece
- countless birds (swallows & sparrows)
- Pharaohs horses on my stomach
- shark on side of my neck

etc etc you get the point… 😎