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Surrealism in tattooing draws inspiration from the art movement’s dreamlike, illogical imagery, often combining disparate elements in bizarre juxtapositions. Characteristics include:

Unexpected Combinations: Juxtaposing realistic motifs—eyes, skulls, trees, figures—to create symbolic or dreamlike scenes.

Monochrome or Selective Color: Often rendered in black-and-gray to emphasize form and shading, though color is used sparingly for effect.

Meticulous Detailing: Fine linework and stippling to achieve photorealistic textures alongside abstract forms.

Ethereal Atmosphere: Use of negative space and soft shading to evoke depth and the uncanny.

This design features a floating eye, a tree growing from a skull, and a suited man walking below—elements that defy logical association yet cohere into a contemplative, surreal narrative on the skin.