Inked Mag Staff
February 19th, 2015
The Mash-Up Artist
Today’s skull of the day is this rad piece by Paul Tougas. Tougas is best known for his color realism, however, for today’s pick, he switched up his style just a…
Today’s skull of the day is this rad piece by Paul Tougas. Tougas is best known for his color realism, however, for today’s pick, he switched up his style just a little bit to make a cool mash-up of realism and traditional Japanese. We are obsessed with this cool and original style combination! Check out how smoothly this piece transitions from the soft blues of the Japanese waves into the sharp depth and shading added to the realistic skull. For more incredible skull pieces, check out some of our top picks right here.

Editor's Picks
Lilo & Stitch Live-Action Release Inspires These Heartfelt ‘Ohana’ Tattoos
Celebrate the Lilo & Stitch live-action movie with tattoos that honor ‘ohana, nostalgia, and the beloved bond between family and mischief.
Ink on the Riviera: Tattoos Take the Spotlight at Cannes 2025
Tattoos took the spotlight at Cannes 2025. From Rihanna to Kristen Stewart, these inked icons proved elegance and body art are a perfect match.
Met Gala 2025: The Best Tattooed Celebrity Looks
At the 2025 Met Gala, inked celebrities like Rihanna, Cardi B, and Lewis Hamilton proved tattoos are the ultimate high-fashion accessory.