Neo-traditional tattooing is a form of art that combines traditional and modern elements. The style originated in the 1970s when artists began to stray away from traditional designs and embrace new techniques such as bold outlines, large shades of colors, and intricate details.

Many tattoo artists love the neo traditional tattoo style because it is a more modern take on the American traditional tattoo style. They follow a lot of the same rules and techniques as traditional tattoos including bold, black outlines, but allow for extra line weights and more intricate work.

Neo traditional tattoos can be considered a more modern version of American Traditional. While Neo Traditional is still 2-D and very technical, it uses different line weights, more subtle gradients, additional colors, and more intricate details.