Meaning comes before effect
I begin by understanding the memories, symbols, characters or emotions that give the project its reason to exist.
Color surrealist tattoo · Montreal
Surrealist tattoos in Montreal, built around your story.
A memory, symbol, character or mood can become our starting point. I combine them into an unexpected scene that feels personal without copying an existing image.
Pointe-aux-Trembles · Montreal · conventions
Patrick DesautelsPointe-aux-Trembles · MontréalTravelling artistFYT · PurKlenz Pro Team
I turn your idea into a world no one else could wear: realism, color and graphic elements brought together in a composition made for your body.
- I develop an original concept from your story
- I bring realism, color and graphic elements together
- I adapt the composition to placement and movement
My surrealist method
How I turn an idea into a surreal composition.
Surrealism lets me bring together images that would never meet anywhere else. I start with what you want to say, then build a coherent scene around that intention.
Images that only exist together
I combine realism, color and graphic elements into an original image without reproducing a composition that has already been tattooed.
The body guides the scene
I place focal points, faces and movement around the anatomy so the composition lives with your body.
Pat X portfolio
My surrealist tattoo projects
Explore compositions where portraits, characters, horror and pop culture meet in one coherent visual direction.
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My tattoo styles
My signature spans color tattooing, surrealism, realism, anime and neo-traditional work.
Pointe-aux-Trembles · by appointment
I tattoo in Pointe-aux-Trembles
When you write, you speak directly with me. I tattoo by appointment in Pointe-aux-Trembles, in Montreal’s east end, and at selected conventions. I personally confirm every detail before your session.
FAQ
My answers before we start your project
What is a surrealist tattoo?
I combine reality, imagination and unexpected visual associations in a single composition.
Can surrealism be combined with another style?
Yes. I can bring realism, anime, florals, graphic work or horror together when the overall composition stays clear.
What references should I send?
Send me subjects, colors, textures and moods. They do not need to form a finished design.
Pat X Tattoo · Montréal
Have something in mind? Let’s talk.
Your idea does not need to be fully defined. Send me what you have in mind, the placement and a few references. I read every message myself and reply directly.