Back Tattoo Gallery
333 curated back tattoo designs from Australian artists
333 photos
About this back gallery
This gallery collects 333 catalogued back tattoo photos from 258 Australian studios across 8 states. Every image is real client work photographed by the studio that made it — not stock imagery or AI renders — and each photo is classified by our team by style, subject and body placement, so the filters above reflect what was actually tattooed.
Australian back tattoos in our library are most often worked in black & grey, realism and japanese (irezumi). The subjects that appear most often on the back are skull, floral and angel. Each photo links to the studio that made it, so when a piece catches your eye you can go straight to that studio's profile, portfolio and contact details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these real back tattoos by Australian artists?
Yes. All 333 photos in this gallery are real client work from 258 Australian tattoo studios, published by the studios themselves and catalogued by InkLocate. We don't use stock photos or AI-generated images.
How do I find the artist behind a photo?
Every photo is credited to the studio that made it. Click any photo to see the studio name, then follow through to their InkLocate profile for their full portfolio, address, opening hours and contact details.
What works well as a back tattoo?
In our Australian library, back pieces are most often black & grey, realism and japanese (irezumi) work, commonly featuring skull, floral and angel. For sizing, pain and healing guidance for this placement, see our back tattoo guide.