Vladimir Vishar
Professional tattoo artist
Location: London, UK - appointments from November 2026
Vladimir works mainly in realism and large custom tattoo projects. His TattooGuide contributions focus on how detailed designs translate to skin, how composition and placement affect readability, and what clients should understand before starting realism, portrait, cover-up or sleeve work.
Areas of expertise
- Realism tattooing
- Black and grey realism
- Colour realism
- Portrait tattoos
- Cover-up tattoos
- Large-scale tattoos
- Tattoo composition
- Tattoo placement
- Full sleeve tattoos
TattooGuide contributions
- Getting Your First Tattoo
- How to Look After a New Tattoo
- Tattoo Styles and How to Choose One
- Realism Tattoos: What to Know Before You Book
- Tattoo Healing Stages Week by Week
- How Much Does a Tattoo Cost in the UK?
- Cover-Up Tattoos: How They Really Work
- How to Choose a Tattoo Artist
- Keeping a Tattoo Looking Good Long Term
- Portrait Tattoos: References, Size and Detail
- Full Sleeve Tattoos: How to Plan One
- Tattoo Consultations Explained
- How to Choose Tattoo References
- How a Tattoo Design Gets Made
- Tattoo Placement: A Practical Guide
- Large Tattoo Projects: How to Plan Them
- Laser Tattoo Removal and Fading: What to Expect
- Tattoo Composition: Focal Point, Flow and Readability
Professional profiles
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