For the open-minded man, linework tattoos are more than minimalistic in design. These clear, single black lines give a bold statement, but their meaning can often remain hidden.

Given the growing trend of black work tattoos in men, it’s easy to see where the idea of line work comes from. However, the concept has gone beyond abstract art. Here you will find line tattoos that fit geometric shapes to animals, skulls and much more.

For some men, this means tattoos with a single continuous line that brightly simplifies an otherwise complex piece of art. In other words, when conveying your message in a respectable manner, important creative skills are required to move from complex to easy. Maybe that’s why this new ink style is becoming popular so quickly.