Get to know the work of artist Vitor Hugo, specialist in oriental and traditional tattoos.
We interviewed the artist Vitor Hugo, from Porto Alegre, to learn more about his work and career in art.
At first glance, the vibrant colors and well-marked lines draw the attention of traditional tattoo lovers !
The back and arm closures are mesmerizing!
Not by chance, Vitor reached the mark of 16 awards with his work, including the Best Tattoo of the event!
His creative process has Oriental references, from Japanese culture, woodcuts and old paintings.
Above all, the classic colors and features of the Old School draw the attention of the public and judges at the events where it passes.
Let’s find out how Vitor got here and how his professional relationship with tattooing began.
Check out our chat now!
Vitor, tell me when you decided to become a tattoo artist and how was your history with art?
Vitor Hugo: My first contact with tattooing was the day I got a tattoo for the first time, at 18/19 years old.
I talked a lot with the artist, commenting on my childhood and how much my friends and I liked to draw…
So after the tattoo session I decided I wanted to start tattooing, leading to the purchase of my first tattoo kit.
After a few months tattooing friends and artificial skin, I dedicated myself to drawings and techniques to improve myself more and more, until I had my first invitation to tattoo professionally at a tattoo studio.
“ Being around other artists every day made me dedicate myself more and more to my tattoos, until I felt confident enough to participate in my first tattoo event, where I managed to win an award in the Best Oriental category. “
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Vitor Hugo: At this event, a Juror made me an observation that I should follow the traditional style, as my talent was clearly highlighted for this style of tattoo.
Over the years I participated in numerous tattoo events, reaching the mark of 16 awards, including Best tattoo of the event.
All this recognition is the result of Vitor’s dedication, study and evolution. Since he threw himself headlong into the world of art, he hasn’t stopped!
Check out some of his amazing work:
Who was the person who supported you the most and what did they do?
Vitor Hugo: My wife always supported me, she always said I could do more.
She is very important in my career, she helped me a lot mainly in the dissemination of my work.
What has been the most defining moment in your career history to date?
Vitor Hugo: Winning in a tattoo event in the best tattoo category of the event , competing with internationally renowned tattoo artists.
“The feeling of having such recognition for my work is unforgettable.”
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How do you describe your creative process?
Vitor Hugo: My creative process is based on the history of tattooing , I draw my references from the Oriental from Japanese culture, woodcuts and old paintings.
Who inspires you in tattooing and illustration?
Vitor hugo:Verani Fontana inspires me a lot in tattooing . There are other tattoo artists who also inspire me in Old School and Oriental tattoo styles, such as Saylor Jerry, Caio Pineiro and Ian Det.
What was the most beautiful story you tattooed?
Vitor Hugo: A client and friend was my canvas at a tattoo event.
She was going through a very sad moment in her life, it was her daughter’s 15th birthday on the day of the event, but she had no contact with her daughter for personal reasons, and on that day she said she wanted to get a tattoo to take all her sadness away. and tattoo pain.
And she endured more than 20 hours of tattooing and in the end came the joy for both of us: we won the prize in the Oriental category.
She was very emotional and so was I.
What was the most unusual tattoo you produced?
Vitor Hugo: A pepper on the butt, other tattoo artists must have already tattooed that. (laughter)
What are the tattoos that most seek you to do?
Vitor Hugo: Oriental Closure and Old school are my Hobbies, but I also really like the micro realism style and people ask for it a lot.
Finally, when we talk about plans for the future, the artist is clear about his objective:
“My plan for the future is to evolve and be able to continue changing the concept of tattooing, showing the value of traditional tattooing and how important it is, spreading my art everywhere.”
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Where can people find you?
Vitor Hugo: I currently reside at the Verani Tattoo studio in Porto Alegre , but I’m also on social media.
Yay! So if you liked it and want to keep following Hugo’s tattoo work, follow the artist on social media:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/byhugotattoer/
https://www.instagram.com/byhugotattoos/
Finally, we want to reinforce the importance of valuing Brazilian tattoo artists, who, like Hugo, are increasingly standing out and bringing art to people!
Hugo, thank you so much for the interview!
We wish your trajectory to be of great success and recognition!
