
A clean, vertically aligned composition built around a detailed sword wrapped in twisting thorned vines. The design feels grounded and controlled, with the blade acting as a strong central axis while the organic elements soften the structure and add movement. The contrast between the sharp geometry of the sword and the flowing, almost fragile vines creates a balanced tension — strength versus growth, control versus nature. Subtle shading gives the piece depth without overpowering it, keeping the overall look refined and readable. Placed along the arm, the design follows the natural line of the body, elongating it and making the tattoo feel intentional rather than just placed. It’s a piece that relies on simplicity, detail, and symbolism rather than visual overload.
Felipe Lanfredi
Peabody, MA & Portland, Maine
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.