Ideas for Pet Portrait Tattoos

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The Selection of Pet Tattoos: 2025 Updated Collection.

Memorial pet portrait tattoos have a special place in my heart. In addition to the Familiars project, I have accumulated a large number of works with animals.

Where do I start before getting a tribute tattoo?

Memorial Pet Tattoos

A simple fine line tattoo with a little bit of shading becomes a celebration of the exceptional bond between a client and their dog/cat, or even an eland. Besides being a popular tattoo choice, it is also an expression of love.

As a tattoo artist, I'm happy to share a selection of tattoo ideas for pet portraits with you. Behind every tattoo you see below there is a touching story. Each illustration is unique.

There are no criteria about when you can get a tattoo in honor of or inspired by your pet. A tattoo is a permanent reminder of the impact your friend had on you and also the way to celebrate their life. Take your time. Here are some pieces of advice for you.

First of all, look for a few favorite photos of your pet. Pictures can be made from a different perspective but should be of good quality.

Prepare a shortlist of details you want to be embodied in a design. It could be a heart-shaped nose or a funny-looking spot. Anything, that characterizes your pet.

Describe your Idea. Feel free to share your thoughts with me. Your cat can become a magic dragon! I'll be there to answer all your questions.

Ready for more pet portrait tattoos? Check out my portfolio.

Pet Portraits by Rae Ritchie is a great example of how an illustration can emphasize character.

A small fine line tattoo with an original design could be your first tattoo. Looking for inspiration in Bay Area? I can prepare a custom design of a memorial tattoo specially for you. Here is an inquiry form.

After a tattoo session, I strive to keep in touch with every client. Feel free to explore the reviews.
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Tattoo by Natasha Tsozik

The Symbolism of Poppy Flower Tattoos. The selection of Poppy flower tattoos by Natasha Tsozik.

Crispy and delicate designs. Fine Line Tattoos by Natasha Tsozik.

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August 15, 2024 — No Comments

Latest Healed Tattoos

The selection of the latest healed tattoos. Reviews and before/after photos are included.

Hi there! I'm Natasha Tsozik, a vegan tattoo artist located in San Francisco, California. I've gathered a selection of my recent custom tattoos, featuring both the healed results and customer reviews. Dive into the stories behind tattoo projects, explore botanical tattoos, and discover pet portraits here. Check out my profiles on Google Maps and Yelp to read and share your experience of working with me. You'll find the inquiry form here. My books are always open! Check out the latest healed tattoos.

The collection of the recent healed tattoos by Natasha Tsozik.

Healed Floral tattoo for M.

"I could not be happier with my tattoo! I had been wanting this tattoo for a long time but didn't know who would be my tattoo artist! After finding Natasha Tsozik on a google search, I fell in love with her fine lines & botanicals!

Not only is her work amazing, but her studio space is so calming & peaceful. About the tattoo - Natasha chose the perfect section from a photo of my bridal bouquet and was so easy to work with. I was also very nervous about placement, but with Natasha's help and eye, she placed it in the perfect spot! I definitely will get another tat from her in the future!" ~ M.

More botanical tattoos .

Healed tattoos for D.

Explore the selection of fine art-inspired tattoos by me.

Healed matching Jasmine & Poppy tattoos for S.

"I cannot recommend Natasha Tsozik highly enough! I have been adding to my body art over many years and I have been lucky to find wonderful local artists.

When I came across Natasha on IG, I was immediately in love with her work. Her botanical pieces were exquisitely beautiful and full of life and energy. I reached out to her to see if she was available to consult.
Setting up time for a consultation via zoom was easy. Natasha was very easy to get along with, enthusiastic to hear my ideas, it felt like a collaboration from the beginning. We landed on two asymmetric upper thigh tattoos, with a combination of jasmine and California poppies. Scheduling our first session a month later.

Her studio is amazing, a small piece of zen in the Dogpatch. It's clean full of great art and high quality facilities and equipment. I felt at ease immediately.

Natasha has huge professionalism and an incredible eye for detail. Her skills as an illustrator comes out in her tattoos.
After a couple of fun sessions both pieces were complete. And now, a month later I'm so in love with the art she has given to me.
I can't wait to see how we can collaborate more on future pieces. Thank you Natasha!!" ~ S.

Read the article about symbolism behind poppy flower tattoos.

Healed Dog Portrait for A.

An inspirational selection of pet tattoos.

Healed Mongolian arrows for L.

"I highly recommend Natasha’s studio! She is an amazing artist and professional! The studio’s environment was immaculate, ensuring a safe and hygienic session. If you are considering a tattoo this is a place where art and expertise come together to create something unique and beautiful." ~ L.

Read the review.

An inspirational selection of pet tattoos.

Healed cherry blossom tattoo for C.

"Thanks again, I am loving the tattoo!" ~ C.

Explore more floral tattoos at @NatashaTsozik.

Healed Magnolia tattoo for D.

"Had a great experience getting a large first piece from Natasha Tsozik and ended up going back for a second piece. Very professional, careful, and gorgeous work. If you're getting a permanent piece of art, you can't go wrong with Natasha." ~ D.

Read the review.

Explore more botanical tattoos at @NatashaTsozik.

Healed Fig tattoo for V.

"Hi Natasha, It looks beautiful! ... Really like how the pink turned out after the colors settled. And I will be sure to leave a review! I’d been waiting a long time to get this tattoo (in honor of my dog who passed a couple of years ago—she loved jumping to get figs from the neighbor’s tree). I wanted to work with the right artist on it and am so happy with how it turned out. Thank you." ~ V.

Explore the symbolism behind fig tattoos at @NatashaTsozik.

Healed pet portrait tattoos for V.

"Natasha is the best of the best when it comes to tattooing in SF! I had an amazing working experience with her as we talked through my idea for a pet portrait tattoo for not one but three different pets and she really brought my idea to life. Her studio is super comfortable and she made the somewhat daunting process of sitting through a tattoo session really enjoyable with great conversation and plenty of check ins for breaks, etc. I would highly recommend Natasha for anyone looking to get a high quality tattoo!" ~ V.
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Healed pet tattoos by Natasha Tsozik. — Fresh pet tattoo.

Explore the behind story and reference photos of pets at @NatashaTsozik.

Healed wedding bouquet tattoo for T.

"Natasha Tsozik was a dream to work with! I wanted part of my wedding bouquet tattooed on my left wrist and the experience and tattoo result more than exceeded my expectations. This was my first major tattoo and she made me feel super comfortable while making sure to keep an open dialogue about the process and design. The artwork and fine lines are amazing. Will certainly be working with Natasha again!!" ~ T.
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Healed wedding bouquet tattoo by Natasha Tsozik. — Fresh bouquet tattoo.

Explore the behind story for the tattoo at @NatashaTsozik.

Healed Strawberry tattoos for M.

"I always love tattoos from Natasha- from start to finish, she makes the entire process so relaxed and welcoming. her studio is a sweet reflection of her and her art- organized, imaginative, detailed, balanced.
i'm so happy to return and absolutely recommend her to people seeking first tattoos or those adding something new to their collection.
thanks lots Natasha;)" ~ M.
Read M.'s review.

Healed botanical tattoo for C.

"I highly recommend Natasha if you're looking for delicate linework and a well-done tattoo! Her studio has a very welcoming atmosphere, the custom piece she made for me was exactly as imagined (and she was wonderful to work with throughout the design process), and it's healed wonderfully without issue. Her studio and equipment are very clean and the pain was very minimal for a 6 hour tattoo. She walked me through the process, how the tattoo would heal, and recommended aftercare very clearly." ~ C.
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Healed floriography tattoo by Natasha Tsozik. — Fresh floriography tattoo project.

Explore the behind story and design drafts for the tattoo at @NatashaTsozik.

Healed dog tattoo for J.

"Natasha Tsozik is amazing in her artwork, her prep and client engagement. Picture is of day one and then four weeks later! And my tattoo looks incredible (my lighting isn't as good as hers). Follow her instructions, they really are great. Her studio is really comfortable, welcoming and a great environment for getting a tattoo. Her attention to detail and consultation with me in advance and day of the appointment was great. I also was incredibly impressed by the meticulous means she went to to make sure everything is clean and sterile. I also used Richie Bulldog Hustle Butter every day after removing the protective covering at four days." ~ C.
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Healed dog tattoo by Natasha Tsozik. — Fresh pet tattoo.

Explore the behind story and reference photos provided at @NatashaTsozik.

Healed sunflower tattoo for E.

"Hey Natasha, Hope you are doing well! Just wanted to send you the picture of my tattoo a month out from the appointment. Again, thank you so much!" ~ E.

Healed sunflower with a face tattoo by Natasha Tsozik. — Fresh custom sunflower tattoo.

Explore the symbolism of sunflower tattoos at @NatashaTsozik.

Healed Sampaguita flower tattoo for T.

"Hi Natasha, I’m in love with how it has healed! Thank you for your amazing work. I look forward to working with you again!" ~ T.

Healed sampaguita tattoo by Natasha Tsozik. — Fresh sampaguita flower tattoo.

Explore the behind story and reference photos provided at @NatashaTsozik.

Healed cup of flowers for C.

"It's healing so nicely!" ~ C.

Healed floral tattoo by Natasha Tsozik. — Fresh botanical tattoo.

Explore the behind story and reference photos at @NatashaTsozik.

Healed memorial tattoo for J.

"Hi Natasha! The tattoo is healing very well and looking wonderful. Thank you again for such beautiful work." ~ J.

Healed memorial floral tattoo by Natasha Tsozik. — Fresh memorial tattoo.

Explore the behind story and reference photos at @NatashaTsozik.

Snoopy with a poppy flower for J.

"Hi Natasha! Sending you a pic of the tattoo at the one month mark, it looks great and healed very quickly!" ~ J.

Healed snoopy with a poppy flower tattoo by Natasha Tsozik. — Fresh Snoopy tattoo.

Explore the behind story for the tattoo at @NatashaTsozik.

Rose & moon tattoo for S.

"It is healing so well. I love it! I will let you know next time I’m in California, so we can do my next tattoo :)" ~ S.

Healed rose & moon tattoo by Natasha Tsozik. — Fresh rose tattoo.

Explore the selection of moon tattoos and the latest healed tattoos at @NatashaTsozik.

Check out the available tattoo designs by me. Also, I'll be glad to do a custom tattoo design specially for you. Don't forget to subscribe to the monthly newsletter to see more latest healed tattoos, exclusive art, new available tattoo designs, and other updates.

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June 2, 2024 — No Comments

Natasha Tsozik Fine Art at Crane Cove Market

Join Me at The Park Market at Crane Cove on June 29th!

Update: "Friends, Merch, and Memories!" Check out the video recap of the event.

Mark your calendars for June 29th because I’m bringing my Nat asha Tsozik Art Store to Crane Cove Market with my prints, accessories, original art, clothes and more.

Stop by to say hello and browse through the cool art pieces from my store. I’m excited to introduce some incredible new items just for you!

I'M COMING!

Event Highlights

The Park Market is a vibrant, recurring event that celebrates local artisans, delicious food, refreshing drinks, fun games, and live music. This year’s market promises even more with free, family-friendly activities such as paddleboarding lessons and health and wellness classes.

Event Schedule

The Crane Cove event is hosting six markets in 2024, held on the last Saturday of each month from May to October.

Natasha Tsozik Art Store at Crane Cove Market

Date: June 29
Time: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: T he Crane Cove Park
Cost: Free

Natasha Tsozik Fine Art at Crane Cove Market.

What to Expect

You’ll be thrilled with all that Crane Cove event has to offer, including:

Delectable treats from local vendors
Energetic live music performances
A bustling marketplace featuring local entrepreneurs
The new Merchant Marketplace, perfect for treasure hunting in a flea market-style setting

Join Me at Crane Cove Market!

Follow the links below to learn more about the event. I can’t wait to see you there!

Facebook: @sfparksalliance
Instagram: @sfparksalliance
San Francisco Parks Alliance
Natasha Tsozik Online Art Store

Don’t forget to save the date!

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August 30, 2023 — No Comments

Healed Tattoos & Work in Progress

A selection of healed tattoos with client's feedback included.

Floral cover-up tattoo

C. were looking to not quite a cover up but re-imagine two medium-sized abstract geometric tattoos on their bicep area. Step by step we're creating a floral sleeve. You'll find more of C. before and after photos in the Short guide for cover-up tattoos. The tattoo healed beautifully!

Fineline portrait of Eros and Psyche with a month healed result

S. approached me with an idea of a close-up portrait of Eros and Psyche. Drawn in a manner that mimics "single-line art". Such a great experience!

Line tattoo on a bicep by Natasha Tsozik.

Healed line tattoo on a forearm by Natasha Tsozik.

Healed Poppy flower tattoo and a floral cover-up in progress

A. wanted a couple of old tattoos partially covered up, kind of more to look as though they've been overgrown with foliage/flora. They were thinking of something that wraps around from the tattoo on their inner forearm to the one on their outer wrist. Take a look at a one-month healed photo of a poppy flower tattoo and the cover-up in progress, one more session to go! Explore the process of covering old tattoos here.

To be continued!

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August 28, 2023 — No Comments

Ink Medicine Podcast

A podcast off the tattoo table by Micah Riot.

Recently I happened to spend an exceptional Sunday morning with one of my friends. I participated in a 38-episode Ink Medicine Podcast created and hosted by Micah Riot.

Micah Riot, the host of Ink Medicine Podcast.

Micah and I share a passion for tattoo craft, fine art, and the Bay Area! They did one of my tattoos years ago, but I admired their work for a while before that. I even picked their brain about apprenticeship when I moved to SF. Micah has more than 15 years of experience as a tattoo artist, owns a private studio, and hosts a very thought-provoking yet purposive podcast about the world of tattoos. It flatters me to be on the list of so many talented guests they already had!

We talked about my work, my private studio, and the perks of being a tattoo artist nowadays. We shared thoughts about our Slavic roots, relationships in the modern world, beauty standards, and more. It turned out to be an intimate talk, the kind you would have with your best friend during brunch. Check out the podcast to get to know me better.

EP. 38: NATASHA TSOZIK, OUR SIBERIAN TATTOO PRINCESS

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May 10, 2023 — No Comments

Miami plants-inspired tattoo

Beautyberry and a snail tattoo

Beautyberry tattoo on a forearm. — Final result

Beautyberry tattoo by Natasha Tsozik — Final result

Beautyberry tattoo is a noteworthy botanical tattoo project I’ve done recently. T. alreday has floral piece by me, and a few months ago she came back for the next plant tattoo, a bigger one. I’m so thankful to my loyal clients! They always bring me fresh ideas. And you know me, I can’t say “No” to a custom botanical tattoo project.

From a list of plants provided, for the main theme of the design a Beautyberry was chosen. Callicarpa americana is an ornamental plant, which has brightly colored, tightly clustered berries. An excellent choice for the tattoo, because you can play with a composition and a flow of a design.

T. also really wanted to incorporate a garden snail into the design. We’ve decided to make a shell match the color of berries, to bring the whole story together. I like how a purple color touch also adds depth to the picture.

A Beautyberry may have a variety of meanings, such as wisdom, preparation, dignity, seriousness, and mourning. A snail tattoo can be a symbol of rebirth, death, and even self-sufficiency. As for T., the whole tattoo idea is an ode to their childhood growing up in Miami.

Explore more botanical tattoos and available designs by me. Feel free to share your tattoo ideas, I'd be glad to make a special custom floral design for you.

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March 2, 2023 — 1 Comment

Send Me Across The Sea

The 4th installation

This year I’m lucky to participate in the 4th installation of Send Me Across the Sea at Helvella.art gallery in Oakland, CA. Family-friendly small works show featuring artists from the Bay and beyond.

My artwork originals from the Secret Garden tattoo flash are now on display at the exhibition. You can purchase the original design of your floral tattoo by me!

The story of creating the tattoo flash goes from Inktober and is inspired by Floriography, specifically by dangerous & poisonous plants. Each one has an interesting & symbolic meaning. There are few of floral designs available. Feel free to contact me and claim the design. Initially created in Procreate, some of these botanical tattoo illustrations were later drawn again, but that time on real paper with colored pencils. Which ones are now available only at Send Me Across the Sea.

At the event, it is possible to see live and take home artworks by many talented artists and including the kind organizer of the exhibition, @malisasuchanya herself. Thank you for the opportunity to be a part of such a wonderful art show.

This event was delayed since the start of the pandemic. And finally, after two years of waiting it has happened. I also participated in the previously held Send Me Across the Sea art shows. You can get a feeling how it was by watching my vlogs.

The exhibition will last two weeks! Don't miss your chance to purchase my original artwork.

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June 7, 2022 — No Comments

Star Wars Inspired Tattoos

Star Wars Matching Tattoos

The Concept

Recently, I was approached by K. and D. with an interesting idea for pairing tattoos. The Star Wars inspired tattoos. Their concept is based on the love story between Princess Leia and Han Solo from Star Wars. A portrait of Leia for K. with words "I love you", and a Han Solo's blaster with "I know" for D. Also, to my great pleasure, there was room for a flower arrangement! I love how designs are different and matching at the same time.

Star Wars Inspired Tattoos – Making the Design

Check out the process of bringing an idea to life.

Final Look of the Star Wars Inspired Tattoos

Star Wars Inspired Tattoos. Fine line tattoo on a forearm – a portrait of Princess Leia with flowers and an inscription "I love you" — Healed

Star Wars Inspired Tattoos. Fine line tattoo on a forearm – a portrait of Princess Leia with flowers by Natasha Tsozik — Healed

The Inspiration

Working on this project I combined my favorite style and art skills. Portraits, Hair, Star Wars-inspired tattoo flash and Flowers.

Portraits.

I honed my illustrative style by drawing tons of them! Would love to do more portrait tattoos.

Hair.

You can't imagine how I love drawing hair 🙂 That's why I created these tattoo designs with just hair-dos.

Star Wars-inspired tattoo flash I have. Yes, hrrrm..

A mix of Russian folklore and Star Wars. Meet Luke-Ivan Tsarevitch and others. ⁣You can find a fairy-tale about each one by clicking on the image or read it below. All the illustrations are available as a tattoo designs.

Short descriptions of the fairytales

Leia / Alyonushka

Alyonushka – is an orphan. Her little brother doesn't listen to her, drinks water from a hoof print in mud and turns into a goatling.
A king has married this beautiful girl, but a witch, who wants to take away her husband , drowns Alyonushka in a pond and becomes her.
Only her little brother (the goatling) knows the truth and can save Alyonushka and himself from the evil witch.

C-3PO / Sirin

Sirin (from a greek "Σειρῆνες " ("siren")) – is an edenic bird with a woman's head. It's also depicted with another edenic bird, Alconost, but unlike that bird it sings sad songs.
Sometimes these songs could hurt people (they could lose their mind). That's why in some legends, Sirin has a negative connotation and it's considered to be a dark bird, the underworld messenger.

Darth Maul / Baba Yaga

Baba Yaga – mistress of the forest, animals and birds, almighty prophetic old woman, guardian of the other world's borders. Her name is derived from a Proto-Slavic word "ęgа" representing snakes and reptiles.
Baba Yaga casts spells, flies in a pounder, and ensnares good fellows and children in order to eat them. She dwells of the forest border in a hut on chicken legs, surrounded by a fence made of human bones and skulls.
In ancient times the dead were buried in such little houses located above the ground on tall stumps that looked like chicken legs.
A zombie grandmother lies still and can't see a person who comes from the world of the living (the living and the dead do not see each other). She finds out about a person's arrival by the smell.

Check out the Baba Yaga tattoo project.

Luke / Ivan Tsarevich

Ivan Tsarevich (meaning Ivan, the King's Son) – is one of the main characters of Russian folklore. He is the youngest of three brothers. Koschey (the immortal warlock) stole his bride and in order to save her. Ivan Tsarevich needs to enter the Far Far Away kingdom (i.e. the underworld), pass many trials, and cunningly overcome Koschey.

Flowers.

Still. Always. Forever.

Latest floral tattoo projects.

Do you have a cool idea? Let's discuss it, I'll help you implement it!

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October 21, 2019 — No Comments

Explorer Tattoo Conference in LA, 2018

It's always a pleasure to visit Explorer Tattoo Conference. The one in 2018 in Los Angeles wasn't an exception. Three days full of seminars by tattoo & art professionals, discussions, raffles with cool prizes, presents for each attendee, mingling & portfolio review. There was so much stuff in the present bag, that I thought it certainly wouldn't fit into my luggage 😆 Like full-size products for tattooing as a big jar of tattoo glide, a bottle of a transfer medium, cartridges and needles, etc.

Video is by me. Check my YouTube channel.

Speakers for the Explorer IV included

Liz Cook, Jake Farris, DJ Tambe, Gunnar, Dan Pemble, Squire Strahan, Russ Abbott, Kari Barba, Jes Farris, Tony Moore, Kelly Doty and Jeff Gogue.

All are superb professionals, have been tattooing around the world and had great stories & experience to share.

For example, Liz, DJ, and Kelly took part in different tattoo TV shows. Tony is the creator of the Walking Dead. Kari has been tattooing since 1979 and owns the oldest tattoo shop in America.

Attendees come from all over the country

and even from overseas. So it's a great opportunity to make friends with a ton of great artists, get some guest spots, and level up as a tattooer. I love meeting the same people I got acquainted with.

This tattoo conference definitely helped to move forward, to adjust, to deal with an artist block for a lot of attending people. You get out of your routine and gaze on your craft from a different angle.

Seminar topics ranged from color theory, history of tattooing, how to plan big tattoo projects to how to deal with social networks.

I try to go to Explorer at least once a year.

This was my second time. The previous one I went to was in Washington. They try to organize them in different cities several times a year, so it's available & affordable for more people.

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April 30, 2018 — Comments are off for this post.

Yokai Inktober Art Marathon

Every October there's an art marathon. You have a list of words for every day of the month. Last year I chose to draw yokai, Japanese ghosts, and monsters. 31 supernatural tattoo sketches. They can be found on Instagram via #yokai_inktober. More about other yokai is at yokai.com.

I took classic yokai descriptions and reimagined them in a more modern way. All the sketches are closer with descriptions down below.⬇

All these tattoo sketches are available to be tattooed by me. Check my other tattoo sketches too. You can find completed Yokai tattoo projects here.