Wade Johnston

The Wounded Man Tattoo

Wade Johnston July 03, 2023 etching wadejohnston

In a stunning homage to history, Wade Johnston, a master of the etching tattoo style, brings to life the poignant artwork of "The Wounded Man." With meticulous precision, the tattoo captures the essence of the original piece, its haunting lines and somber tones resonating on the skin. A timeless tribute that transcends eras, etched in ink for eternity.

Celestial Crescent Moon Tattoo, by Wade Johnston

Wade Johnston July 03, 2023 etching fineline wadejohnston

Senior tattooist Wade Johnston expertly etches an inspiring celestial scene onto skin. The tattoo showcases a captivating fusion of a crescent moon and radiant sun. The moon, adorned with the face of a man, adds an enigmatic touch, while the meticulous engraving tattoo technique elevates the artistry to create a truly mesmerizing and symbolic piece.

Etching Helmet - Wade Johnston

Wade Johnston April 29, 2023 blackwork etching etching tattoo wadejohnston

Etching Style Tattoo of a helm by Wade Johnston. Wade has recently drawn a few new etching flash sheets that are hanging on the walls of Vic Market Tattoo if you are looking for some inspiration for your next tattoo come down and have a look.

Etching style ship tattoo - Wade Johnston

Wade Johnston March 01, 2023 etching fineline wadejohnston

Etching as a method of printmaking, it is, along with engraving, the most important technique for old master prints, and remains in wide use today. In a number of modern variants such as microfabrication etching and Photochemical milling or as Wade Johnston has show us Tattooing.

Janus Etching Style Tattoo - Wade Johnston

Lewis Hussey March 04, 2022 etching etching tattoo fine line fineline wadejohnston

Janus the god of all beginnings, know as the middle ground between both concrete and abstract dualities such as life/death, beginning/end and war/peace.

Gods and Mythological characters always make for great tattoos and always make for a great etching style tattoo such as this one.

Etching Style Heart - Wade Johnston

Lewis Hussey June 18, 2021 anatomical etching wadejohnston

Not everyone knows this, but Wade Johnston has been doing etching inspired tattoos for years now. If you are planning on getting an etching style come speak to someone like wade with the experience and know how.

Etching Style Humpback Whale Tattoo - Wade Johnston

Lewis Hussey April 15, 2021 etching etching tattoo wadejohnston whaletattoo

Shop Owner and Melbourne Tattooist Wade Johnston recently did this Humpback whale tattoo, its tattoos like this that really cement why Wade is so highly sought after and regarded when it comes to his unique etching inspired tattoos.

Albrecht Dürer's Rhino Etching Tattoo - Wade Johnston

Lewis Hussey March 11, 2021 etching fine line wadejohnston

Its Fair to say Albrecht Dürer is one of Wade Johnston's favorite Artists and jumps at any opportunity to replicate his work onto skin.

Woodcut Print Tattoo - Wade Johnston

Lewis Hussey March 11, 2021 blackwork etching wadejohnston

Wade Johnston is up to his old tricks again, this time he was lucky enough to have a customer walk in with the prefect piece of reference for another one of his etching style tattoos, wade is always up for doing a tattoo inspired by old wood cuts, etchings or engravings.

Fyodor Dostoevsky Etching Style Portrait - Wade Johnston

Wade Johnston January 28, 2021 etching portrait wadejohnston

Wade recently got to show off his impeccable line work for us again with this etching style portrait of Russian novelist and philosopher Fyodor Dostoevsky.

Fine Line Black Work Chrysanthemum Tattoo - Wade Johnston

Wade Johnston August 01, 2019 blackwork etching fineline wadejohnston

Melbourne Tattooist Wade Johnston goes by many names, The walk up specialist, The Father of Fine Line, and more, but this beautiful Chrysanthemum Tattoo is a perfect example of how wade can apply his skills to any style of tattooing.

Fine Line Etching Style Tattoo From Wade Johnston

Wade Johnston August 01, 2019 blackwork etching fineline wadejohnston

Gladwell Says that if you invest ten thousand hours into any task and you will master it, well we think Wade Johnston must have surpassed his ten thousand hours as he truly is the master of a beautiful line work tattoo.

Etching Style Heart Tattoo - Wade Johnston

Wade Johnston February 19, 2019 blackwork etching fineline home wadejohnston

More fine lines by Wade Johnston, this time in a tough spot, right in the middle of a sternum.

Oak Leaves And Sapling - Wade Johnston

Wade Johnston November 14, 2018 blackandgrey blackwork etching fineline home wadejohnston

If you are in need of an artist who really appreciates the beauty of lines, get in contact with Wade Johnston. His eye for detail and ability to use line to create depth and shadow, is why he is regarded in the field of etching tattoos and all fineline tattoos.

Albrecht Durer Tattoo - Wade Johnston

Wade Johnston April 30, 2018 etching fineline home wadejohnston

Recreation of an Albrecht Durer etching by Wade Johnston.

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