
A striking black-and-grey realism forearm piece featuring a detailed portrait of a Native-inspired woman. The composition blends soft portrait realism with ornamental and cultural motifs, creating a balanced vertical flow along the arm. Fine shading and smooth gradients bring depth to the facial features, while feather elements and geometric patterns add movement and texture. Subtle dotwork and ornamental framing enhance contrast without overpowering the portrait. The design follows the natural contours of the forearm, making the face the focal point while supporting elements create a cohesive sleeve-style composition. Elegant, powerful, and highly detailed.
Felipe Lanfredi
Peabody, MA
My name is Felipe Lanfredi, and I’ve been a tattoo artist since 2016, specializing in black and grey realism. In my work, I combine technical precision with emotion and storytelling, seeing each tattoo not just as an image but as a collaborative creative process and a way to bring a client’s vision into a powerful, lasting form.