30 text-to-image AI art prompts incorporate the best combination of core prompt and additional modifiers: genres, styles, lights, colors, mediums, techniques, and the three most suitable artists to create masterpiece. The result is a stunning array of tattoos featuring animals, mythical creatures, portraits, and more, all drawn in the unique Sketch Tattoo Style. With the ability to recall famous artists’ painting styles and combine various components together, the artist has produced awe-inspiring works of art that are sure to impress.

30 mind-blowing text-to-image prompts for drawing beautiful sketch tattoo style tattoos

1. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a roaring lion with a crown on its head and a banner reading “King of the Jungle”; Wildlife, Royalty; Realism, Neo-traditional; Black ink, Watercolor; Dramatic, contrast lighting; Monochromatic with hints of gold; by Robert Hernandez, Emily Rose Murray, and Victor Portugal; Unreal engine 5
2. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a beautiful mermaid sitting on a rock with her tail in the water; Fantasy, Ocean; Illustrative, Realism; Black ink, Colored pencil; Soft, natural lighting; Monochromatic with shades of blue; by Kelly Violet, Pony Reinhardt, and Nomi Chi; Unreal engine 5
3. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a fierce phoenix rising from the ashes; Mythology, Fire; Neo-traditional, Realism; Black ink, Oil paint; Bright, warm lighting; Monochromatic with shades of red and orange; by Dmitry Babakhin, Chaim Machlev, and Den Yakovlev; Unreal engine 5
4. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a beautiful floral bouquet with roses, peonies, and lilies; Floral, Feminine; Illustrative, Watercolor; Black ink, Color pencil; Soft, diffused lighting; Monochromatic with shades of pink and green; by Diana Severinenko, Luiza Oliveira, and Doy; Unreal engine 5
5. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a whimsical fairy sitting on a mushroom in a magical forest; Fantasy, Nature; Illustrative, Neo-traditional; Black ink, Watercolor; Soft, natural lighting; Monochromatic with hints of green; by Teresa Sharpe, Anna Day, and Tan Tan; Unreal engine 5
6. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a fierce dragon wrapped around a sword; Fantasy, Mythology; Realism, Surrealism; Ink, Charcoal; Dark and dramatic lighting; Black and red color scheme; by Hokusai, Gustave Doré, and Albrecht Dürer; Unreal engine 5
7. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a mermaid sitting on a rock in the ocean; Fantasy, Mythology; Realism, Impressionism; Watercolor, Ink; Soft, natural lighting; Blue and green color scheme; by John William Waterhouse, Gustave Moreau, and Salvador Dalí; Unreal engine 5
8. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a wolf howling at the moon; Wildlife, Nature; Realism, Sketch; Pencil, Graphite; Dim moonlight; Black and white color scheme; by Albrecht Dürer, Rembrandt, and Leonardo da Vinci; Unreal engine 5
9. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a skull with roses and vines; Gothic, Dark; Realism, Sketch; Ink, Charcoal; Dim lighting with shadows; Black and white with pops of red; by Francisco Goya, Gustave Doré, and Edward Gorey; Unreal engine 5
10. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a lighthouse on a rocky coast at sunset; Landscape, Seascape; Realism, Impressionism; Watercolor, Acrylic; Warm, golden lighting; Orange and yellow color scheme; by J.M.W. Turner, Claude Monet, and Winslow Homer; Unreal engine 5
11. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a fierce dragon breathing fire; Mythology, Fantasy; Realism, Illustrative; Ink, Watercolor; Dramatic, Contrast lighting; Black and red; by Hokusai, Gustave Doré, and Albrecht Dürer; Unreal engine 5
12. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a majestic eagle soaring through the sky; Wildlife, Nature; Realism, Sketchy; Ink, Charcoal; Natural, Sunlit lighting; Black and white; by John James Audubon, Robert Bateman, and Andy Warhol; Unreal engine 5
13. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a beautiful mermaid sitting on a rock in the ocean; Mythology, Fantasy; Realism, Illustrative; Ink, Watercolor; Soft, Underwater lighting; Blue and green; by Gustav Klimt, John William Waterhouse, and Salvador Dali; Unreal engine 5
14. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a vintage microphone with musical notes and roses; Music, Retro; Realism, Sketchy; Ink, Watercolor; Moody, Low-key lighting; Black and gray with a touch of red; by Pablo Picasso, Frida Kahlo, and Salvador Dali; Unreal engine 5
15. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a mystical unicorn with a rainbow mane; Mythology, Fantasy; Realism, Illustrative; Ink, Colored Pencils; Dreamy, Soft lighting; Multicolored; by Alphonse Mucha, Gustav Klimt, and Vincent van Gogh; Unreal engine 5
16. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a fierce dragon wrapped around a samurai sword; Fantasy, Japanese Art; Realism, Surrealism; Charcoal, Ink; Low-key lighting; Black and red ink; by Hokusai, Utagawa Kuniyoshi, and Katsushika Oi; Unreal engine 5
17. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a majestic bald eagle perched on a branch; Wildlife, American Traditional; Realism, Neo-Traditional; Pen and ink, Watercolor; Natural sunlight; Brown and black ink with hints of gold; by John James Audubon, Norman Rockwell, and J.A.W. Cooper; Unreal engine 5
18. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a beautiful mermaid with long flowing hair holding a conch shell; Fantasy, Nautical; Realism, New School; Watercolor, Acrylic; Ocean blue lighting; Multi-colored ink with hints of gold; by Howard Pyle, Jessie Arms Botke, and Michael Cheval; Unreal engine 5
19. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a fierce lion roaring; Wildlife, African Art; Realism, Tribal; Charcoal, Ink; Dramatic lighting; Black and gold ink; by Paul Gauguin, Henri Matisse, and William Kentridge; Unreal engine 5
20. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a colorful sugar skull with intricate designs; Dia de los Muertos, Mexican Folk Art; Realism, Watercolor; Pen and ink, Watercolor; Bright, vibrant lighting; Multi-colored ink with emphasis on pink and blue; by Diego Rivera, Frida Kahlo, and Jose Guadalupe Posada; Unreal engine 5
21. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a majestic eagle soaring through the clouds with its wings spread wide; Realism, Surrealism; Black and grey, Charcoal; High-contrast lighting with dramatic shadows; Monochromatic with shades of grey; by John James Audubon, Salvador Dali, and Robert Bateman; Unreal engine 5
22. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a fierce tiger emerging from a jungle with its sharp claws extended; Realism, Traditional; Black and orange, Watercolor; Natural lighting with strong shadows; Vibrant with bold color contrasts; by Henri Rousseau, Shige, and Kat Von D; Unreal engine 5
23. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a mermaid sitting on a rock with the waves crashing around her and a shipwreck in the background; Fantasy, Surrealism; Black and blue, Watercolor; Soft, diffused lighting with a dreamlike quality; Cool tones with hints of blue and green; by Gustav Klimt, H.R. Giger, and Jasmine Worth; Unreal engine 5
24. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a colorful phoenix rising from the ashes with its wings spread wide; Fantasy, Traditional; Color, Oil; High-contrast lighting with dramatic shadows; Warm tones with shades of red, orange, and yellow; by Alphonse Mucha, Paul Booth, and Chris Nunez; Unreal engine 5
25. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a beautiful hummingbird drinking nectar from a flower with its wings in motion; Realism, Impressionism; Black and green, Charcoal; Soft, diffused lighting with a natural feel; Monochromatic with hints of green; by John James Audubon, Salvador Dali, and Georgia O’Keeffe; Unreal engine 5
26. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a roaring tiger with piercing eyes and sharp fangs; Wildlife, Nature; Realism, Surrealism; Ink, Charcoal; Dim, moody lighting; Black and white with accents of orange; by Henri Rousseau, Salvador Dali, and Gustave Moreau; Unreal engine 5.
27. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a mythical phoenix rising from the ashes; Fantasy, Mythology; Impressionism, Expressionism; Watercolor, Pastel; Bright, warm lighting; Multicolored with shades of red, orange, and yellow; by William Blake, Gustave Moreau, and Marc Chagall; Unreal engine 5.
28. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a dark and intricate tree of life; Symbolism, Nature; Realism, Surrealism; Ink, Pencil; Soft, diffused lighting; Black and white with accents of green; by Gustav Klimt, Alphonse Mucha, and Aubrey Beardsley; Unreal engine 5.
29. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a beautiful mermaid with long flowing hair and a shimmering tail; Fantasy, Mythology; Impressionism, Expressionism; Watercolor, Acrylic; Bright, ethereal lighting; Multicolored with shades of blue and green; by John William Waterhouse, Maxfield Parrish, and Gustave Moreau; Unreal engine 5.
30. A Sketch Tattoo Style tattoo of a majestic eagle in mid-flight with outstretched wings; Wildlife, Nature; Realism, Surrealism; Ink, Charcoal; Bright, sunny lighting; Black and white with accents of brown; by John James Audubon, J.M.W. Turner, and Salvador Dali; Unreal engine 5.