Money, Graffiti and Shattered Glass Tattoo
A bold black and grey tattoo featuring an urban street-inspired composition that combines graffiti lettering, shattered glass, a stack of hundred-dollar bills and a sinister grinning face. At the top of the design, a dramatic bullet-hole effect spreads across a dark background, with sharp cracks radiating outward and creating the illusion of broken glass. Below, expressive graffiti-style lettering adds a rebellious street art aesthetic, contrasting with the realistic rendering of American currency. The prominently displayed hundred-dollar bills feature Benjamin Franklin's portrait, detailed monetary elements and carefully shaded folds, emphasizing themes of wealth, ambition and financial success. The lower section reveals a disturbing, exaggerated face with wide eyes and a menacing smile, introducing a darker psychological element to the composition. Smooth grey gradients, deep black shadows, sharp highlights and layered textures connect the different elements into a cohesive forearm tattoo. The combination of realistic imagery, graffiti-inspired typography and dramatic visual effects creates a distinctive urban design with a rebellious, high-contrast aesthetic.
Gui
Birmingham
I'm Guilherme Virginello, better known as Gui, a Brazilian-Italian tattoo artist specialising in black and grey. I specialise in a variety of black and grey styles, including Chicano-inspired designs, realistic portraits, Greek statues, and religious imagery. I focus on depth, contrast, smooth shading, and fine details, creating pieces that stand out while rewarding a closer look. I believe every tattoo should be personal, so I take the time to understand each client's vision and make sure they feel comfortable throughout the process. My goal is to keep growing as an artist and create meaningful, high-quality tattoos that tell a story and last a lifetime.