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Dina Gelbach, custom realism tattoo artist in Aarhus, Denmark.

Custom realism.I take what you bring me and turn itinto something that's yours.

Tell me your story

01 / meet dina

I make art that helps people feel more like themselves.

Dina Gelbach drawing at her studio in Aarhus

You don't need to have it all figured out before you walk in. You come in with a feeling, a thought, a vague idea, and we build from there. The creation happens together.

Together we'll explore your ideas, the story behind them, and how you want your tattoo to feel. From there, I create a custom design built around you. Nothing is rushed, and every detail can be refined until it feels right.

Get to know me

02 / featured work

Every piece carries a story. That's what makes it matter, and it's what I get trusted with.

Selected work

(Case study)
Abstract Realism
Large Scale
Custom Designs
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Abstract Realism tattoo work by Dina
Large Scale tattoo work by Dina
Custom Designs tattoo work by Dina

Realism that goes beyond the reference, combining emotion, symbolism, and custom composition to create something unique. And makes you feel something.

  • Realism
  • Abstract
  • Black & grey
2026

Sleeves and larger pieces, built over time. A collector piece you carry for life.

  • Sleeves
  • Collector
  • In progress
2026

I take what you bring me and turn it into something that's yours.

  • Custom
  • Drawn by hand
  • One of one
2026

03 / the process

From your first message to the day it heals, I read what you send, draw it by hand, and make sure it lasts.

(01)

Apply

You don't need to have everything figured out. Share your inspiration, references, placement, and the story behind it. I personally read every message.

(02)

Design

We build it together. I draw something based entirely on what you've shared, and there's always room to change it.

(03)

Tattoo

You'll never be rushed. We take the time the piece needs, because it's going to live on you.

(04)

Aftercare

The work isn't done when you leave. How it heals is part of how it looks, so aftercare matters as much as the session.

04 / not sure yet

No idea what you want yet?

Most people don't. Answer six quick things and I'll tell you where to start.

From idea to skin

Tell me your story
Black and grey realism tattoo by Dina

I treat your skin like a canvas.

05 / about me

I read every message myself, draw by hand, and take the time it needs. Marking someone's skin for life is a responsibility I take seriously, and I'm grateful every time someone trusts me with it.

it's neverjust a tattoo.

If this feels right, tell me what you have in mind. I'd love to hear your story.