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Appointment-only · Istanbul
Geometric Chest Collage
Angel & Eye Thigh
Celestial Backpiece
Desert Voyager
Nape All-Seeing Eye
Perspective Chest & Sleeve
Dataflow Shoulder Sleeve
Nape Eye Close
Swallow & Keys
Anatomy & Math
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AboutBlack & Gray Realism

I am Kem. Throughout this journey, I connect everything I create and every experience I gain with the visual arts and painting, which I have been involved in for about 10–15 years.

Academically, I studied Fine Arts and Painting in both high school and university, and the traces of this education naturally appear in all the tattoos I create today.

appointment-only • bespoke designs
“The wearer completes the story.”

I work in Black and Gray Realism, focusing on allegories, symbolic narratives, and minimal conceptual approaches. For me, tattooing is not just an application; it is a personal art form shaped by painting, composition, light, shadow, and emotional depth.

In each design, I aim to build a simple yet powerful structure and create a composition that reflects the client’s story. Every visual carries an allegorical meaning in the way it feels. Discovering these layers and capturing aesthetic symmetry is essential.

My journey began in Istanbul. I spent one year in London, which shaped me both artistically and personally, and I have now returned to Istanbul, continuing my work with the same passion. I also aim to carry this craft across many major cities around the world, expanding my artistic journey globally.

black & gray realism • allegorical narratives
7+
Years
Black & GrayRealism
Style
Istanbul
City

ContactBooking & inquiries

For tattoo bookings and project inquiries, please use the booking form. The questions there help me understand your idea, placement, size and timing so I can prepare a first sketch that reflects your story.

If you just have a short question or need to reschedule, you can also reach me directly via email or Instagram.

kem888.info@gmail.com@kem.88888
Beyoğlu · Istanbul (appointment-only)
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Booking form

Share your idea in detail.

The booking form will ask about your placement, approximate size, colour preferences, references and health information. It usually takes a few minutes to fill and helps us use our session time for drawing instead of admin.

  • Placement and approximate size
  • Design description & references
  • Photos of the area to be tattooed
  • Health & consent information

You can switch to English or Turkish when we chat — the form is just to collect everything in one place.

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