Black & grey tattoos
in Bristol.
Black & grey tattooing uses diluted black ink to build soft gradients, depth and shading — the go-to for realism, portraits, and smooth, detailed work that doesn’t rely on colour.
Several HellHound residents work in black & grey, from realism and portraiture to traditional and dark surrealist pieces. See the work below and DM the artist whose approach you like.
Who does black & grey tattoos at HellHound in Bristol?
Hayley, Verity, Danny, Lee, Mick and Ady all tattoo black & grey at HellHound, 326 Church Road, Bristol. Each artist books their own clients — message them directly on Instagram.
Do I need to pay a deposit?
Yes. A deposit, online or in person, secures every booking — without one, no booking is made. Deposits aren't refunded if you cancel, and each artist sets their own refund and reschedule policy.
How long do replies take?
Messages are usually answered within a few days, a little longer if someone's off. We can't reply while tattooing, so please bear with us.
Do you take walk-ins?
We occasionally have walk-in tattoo slots, but always advise booking to avoid disappointment. We also offer walk-in piercings, though booking is still advised so you're seen promptly.