Owl

This full front piece depicts an owl in flight, surrounded by flowing water. Outside of the ideas for an owl and water, Renan was given full creative freedom, developing a composition that transforms the entire front of the body into a unified visual statement. The owl’s wings extend across the chest and torso, while the surrounding water creates movement, depth, and rhythm through carefully balanced negative space. Inspired in part by time spent observing the ocean during a sabbatical in Brazil, the flowing abstractions created by Renan allow the skin to breathe while amplifying the impact of the central subject. The project remains one of the most recognized pieces in Renan’s portfolio, frequently referenced by clients seeking ambitious large-scale work. More than a tattoo, it stands as an example of what can emerge when trust, freedom, and anatomical design come together as one composition. By Renan Batista.

By Renan Batista at Eden Body Art Studios.

Styles: Neo-Traditional, Animal, Ocean, Asian-Inspired, Illustrative, Extra Large, Front Panel, Color.