WMTULSA, OK
TATTOO ARTIST

TATTOO STYLE / TULSA, OK

Realism.
Form, light, presence.

Black-and-grey realism focused on faces, figures, animals, armor, light, and dimensional detail.

TATTOO GALLERY

Tattoos by William Martz.

A black-and-gray portrait tattoo of a crowned three-eyed sacred figure with facial jewelry and an ornamental necklace.REAL WORK / REALISMThird eye guardianBlack & gray · Religious · PortraitsA black-and-gray lion and cub tattoo, shown from two angles.REAL WORK / REALISMLion & cubBlack & gray · Animals · PortraitsA black-and-gray realistic portrait tattoo of Jesus wearing a crown of thorns.REAL WORK / REALISMCrown of thornsBlack & gray · Religious · PortraitsTwo black-and-gray realistic big-cat portraits arranged across the chest, one snarling and one calm.REAL WORK / REALISMTwin predatorsBlack & gray · Animals · RealismA black-and-gray upper-arm tattoo of a crested warrior helmet with engraved armor and a ribbon below.REAL WORK / REALISMThe last legionBlack & gray · Realism · WarriorA robed female religious figure with a radiant halo and a clock face in a black-and-gray upper-arm tattoo.REAL WORK / REALISMHours of graceBlack & gray · Religious · RealismA black-and-gray forearm tattoo featuring a lion with a crown of thorns and a cross.REAL WORK / REALISMLion, thorns & crossBlack & gray · Animals · ReligiousA portrait tattoo of a dark-coated dog with upright ears, bright eyes, and its tongue showing.REAL WORK / REALISMCompanionColor · Animals · Fine line & smallA black-and-gray lioness portrait with small star-shaped accents around the face.REAL WORK / REALISMLionessBlack & gray · Animals · Fine line & smallA black-and-gray winged guardian tattoo with armor and a long sword at the center.REAL WORK / REALISMWinged guardianBlack & gray · Portraits · ReligiousA black-and-gray wolf portrait with pine-tree silhouettes and intersecting lines.REAL WORK / REALISMWolf & forestBlack & gray · Animals · RealismA roaring lion tattoo in black and gray with a warm accent in the eyes.REAL WORK / REALISMRoaring lionBlack & gray · Animals · RealismA dark black-and-gray skull portrait surrounded by curling shapes and textured shadows.REAL WORK / REALISMSkull portraitBlack & gray · Dark art · RealismA black-and-gray wolf tattoo framed by pine-tree silhouettes.REAL WORK / REALISMWolf & forestBlack & gray · Animals · RealismA realistic skull in a samurai helmet tattooed along the forearm, with a round crest above the brow.REAL WORK / REALISMBeyond the armorBlack & gray · Skull · SamuraiTwo realistic human portraits arranged along an arm with a shaded rose between the surrounding details.REAL WORK / REALISMHeld in memoryBlack & gray · Portraits · RealismA lion portrait framed by red and blue flowers and green leaves in a vertical color tattoo.REAL WORK / REALISMWhere courage bloomsColor · Animals · BotanicalA kneeling armored knight with a closed helmet and sword, tattooed in black and gray on the forearm.REAL WORK / REALISMThe patient bladeBlack & gray · Warrior · RealismThree lion cub portraits stacked along the forearm with names between the faces.REAL WORK / REALISMThree small kingdomsBlack & gray · Animals · Realism
THE STYLE

A clear visual language.

Realism uses recognizable form, proportion, light, shadow, and texture to make a subject feel dimensional on the body.

YOUR IDEAS

Bring useful references.

Use clear, high-resolution references and explain which expression, object, or detail matters most. Placement and size need enough room for the intended level of information.

THE WORK

Explore the style.

William’s realism work is black-and-grey and includes human and sacred portraits, lions and other animals, warriors, and memorial directions.

CHOOSING AN ARTIST

Compare the work
you actually want.

If you are searching for an artist for realism in Tulsa, compare artists using photographs in this same category, the intended scale, and a similar subject. A general ranking cannot decide whether an artist’s relevant work matches your idea.

Realism begins with the larger shapes Explore the complete portfolio See @william_martz on Instagram

A FEW THINGS TO KNOW

Before you start.

What should I look for in a realism tattoo artist?

Review relevant close and full views for proportion, value structure, texture, and readability. Strong work in an unrelated style does not replace evidence in realism.

Are all photographs on this page William’s work?

Yes. The tattoos shown here were created by William Martz.

Does sharing an idea book a tattoo session?

No. It begins a conversation. Project acceptance, design scope, pricing, any deposit, and a tattoo session are confirmed separately.

THE NEXT STEP

Bring the direction.
Start with your idea.

Share the subject, placement, approximate size, and the visual details you want William to understand.

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