Planning your next minimalist tattoo for 2026? Here are six artists working across the globe, each bringing something distinct to fine line work: playful charm, marine elegance, geometric storytelling and more.
Travis Sallaway
Based in Sydney, tattoo artist Travis Sallaway demonstrates remarkable versatility in fine line work. His portfolio spans bold, high-contrast mermaids and intricate cybersigilism patterns alongside extraordinarily delicate renderings of oysters and natural forms. Whether working with graphic intensity or whisper-thin lines, Sallaway adapts his technique to suit each design’s needs.
Aria Ink Art
Aria’s astonishingly fine depictions of florals, insects and celestial imagery feel buoyant and endearing. Based in Amsterdam, she’s naturally mastered the city’s signature motifs: you’ll find tulips and bicycles threaded throughout her body of work, rendered with the same graceful precision she brings to crescent moons and butterflies.
Lauren Beck
London-based Lauren Beck specialises in elegant botanical work and minimalist abstract designs, though she’s also comfortable scaling up for larger pieces. Working primarily with single needle technique, she produces tattoos that prioritise elegant simplicity.
Amy Lowdon
Few tattoo artists capture enchantment like Amy Lowdon, based in Brighton. Her fine line work specialises in designs that feel genuinely heartwarming: little stars holding hands, floating fairies and whimsical characters that seem plucked from a dream.
Pauline
Vancouver-based Pauline works with slightly bolder, more pronounced lines while maintaining the elegance and precision that defines exceptional fine line work. Her standout pieces feature marine life, including whales, orcas and salmon.
Yeeki Lo
Currently based in Tokyo, Yeeki Lo creates delicate tattoos that demand contemplation. Her designs weave together geometric patterns with beautifully rendered animals, often punctuated by delicate sparkles or celestial details. These are visual narratives that reward close looking.
