Tattoo Glossary, Z
Zap (style)
A bold, graphic tattoo style using strong black outlines, flat colour, and imagery from cartoons, memes, and pop culture, bright, loud, and intentionally irreverent.
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Traditional (American)
The original Western tattoo style, bold black outlines, limited colour palette (red, green, yellow, black), and classic iconography: eagles, anchors, roses, swallows, pin-ups, daggers.
Flash
Pre-drawn, ready-to-tattoo designs traditionally displayed on studio walls. Available to any client who wants them, usually at a fixed price. A long tradition in American tattooing.