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21 Hand Poke Tattoos That Are Hauntingly Beautiful

LifestylePublished Mar 23, 2017
By Michele Zipp
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Hand poke tattoos are getting their moment in the spotlight, thanks to some very talented artists working in this medium. This isn't a stick and poke in someone's basement. Machineless tattooing is a romantic art form, and these tattoos are here to show you why.

The practice itself takes longer than getting tattooed with a machine, but this is an ancient art form, and those who have these tats say it's a different kind of ritualistic experience. When getting poked by a skilled artist, the results are truly breathtaking -- from the dot work to the somewhat softer way a hand poke tattoo presents. Here are some of our favorites.

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Elegant rose.
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Elegant rose.

We love the look of tattoos on fingers, and this rose is the perfect adornment for a thumb. This one was beautifully done by Belladonna Hurricane.

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The softness of wildflowers.
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The softness of wildflowers.

Artist Lara Maju's tattoo is part whisper -- so soft and lovely. This hand-poked bunch of wildflowers continue her beautiful aesthetic.

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Meaningful lineage.
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Meaningful lineage.

Perfectly designed for a long line back piece, this gorgeous tattoo from Neiz Vesten at Artful Ink also features perfect circles.

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Abstract.
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Abstract.

This is true art. We love the abstract design of this hand poke tattoo by Neiz Vesten at Artful Ink. Perfect placement, as well. 

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Perfect fruit.
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Perfect fruit.

We really couldn't love this lemon tattoo by Elysse Marcus more.

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Scenic view.
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Scenic view.

This stick and poke tattoo by Ximena Mil gives us wanderlust. What a scene!

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Enchanting.
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Enchanting.

Women who run with the wolves -- this is wolf magic hand poked by Isabel Mariposa Galactica.

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Stunningly decorative.
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Stunningly decorative.

This Victorian-inspired beauty was hand poked by artist Boo Tattoo. Love!

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Perfect buzz.
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Perfect buzz.

The work here is so exquisite -- we can get lost in the hand poke style of Sarah Lu.

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Detailed.
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Detailed.

Hand poke tattoo artist Cammy created this beautiful work of intricate design.

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Light and dark.
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Light and dark.

This is such a pretty spot for a delicate hand poke tattoo, and this one by Liv Handpoke Tattoos features a lovely thicker line with sweet thin line for excellent contrast.

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The showcase.
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The showcase.

Hand poked tattoos can showcase the work of a fine artist perfectly. Here's an example with this beauty of a vase with flower by Belladonna Hurricane

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The curves of a seashell.
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The curves of a seashell.

She's such an expert at creating the most delicate and yet the most powerful tattoos, and this seashell by Lara Maju is just as hauntingly beautiful.

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Beyond incredible.
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Beyond incredible.

Artist Sarah Lu is truly incredible at adding depth to her hand poked tattoos.

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Sweet surprise.
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Sweet surprise.

This is one of those hidden and yet so delightful spots for a tattoo. We love the hand poked work of Lara Maju.

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Ghost-like.
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Ghost-like.

This hand poke lotus by Gabriela Contage is so soft and gorgeous. We love its subtlety.

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Finest lines.

At first look, this hand poke tattoo seems to be a cool pattern, and it is, but it's also meaningful, representing three children.

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Origami love.

We really appreciate the origami design of this sweet little elephant.

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Sweet critter.

We are in awe of the details that make up this cute little squirrel.

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Total art.

This ancient art form really lends itself perfectly to creating an intricate dot work tattoo like this one. 

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Sweet memory.
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Sweet memory.

Teagan Campbell's delicate machineless tattoos have a sweetness to them like a dear memory.

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