Winners of the twelfth edition
Global Tattoo Awards - twelfth edition
We are proud to present the International Jury of the 12th Edition of the Global Tattoo Awards.
Each member of this distinguished panel has been selected for their outstanding contribution to the global tattoo industry, their artistic integrity, and their commitment to excellence.
The jury was entrusted with the responsibility of evaluating the submitted works and selecting those that represent the highest standards of technical execution, artistic vision, and professional dedication.
International Jury:
Their decisions reflect not only experience and mastery, but also a deep respect for the craft and its evolution worldwide.
Awards for Artists
12 Years Recognizing Artistic Excellence
The Global Tattoo Awards are international annual artistic distinctions created to celebrate both emerging and established tattoo artists, regardless of age, gender, or nationality.
Since its foundation in 2012, the Global Tattoo Awards have been committed to supporting and strengthening international careers by providing artists with a prestigious and credible recognition that becomes a lasting milestone in their professional trajectory.
Each edition is evaluated by an official International Jury composed of three tattoo artists of the highest level and international renown, selected for their expertise, artistic integrity, and contribution to the evolution of contemporary tattoo art.
This year, the Awards include 21 categories and a total of 59 distinctions, reflecting the diversity and technical depth of modern tattooing.
The winner of the “Best Edition” category will receive a unique international spotlight:
– The official cover of our Special Edition
– A six-page in-depth interview showcasing their artistic body of work
– The publication and international distribution of their biographical book under the GTM label, presented as a hardcover edition, allowing them to share their story with readers worldwide.
The First Prize recipient will headline our next Special Edition cover and be featured in a six-page editorial interview presenting their artistic body of work to an international audience. Furthermore, their biographical book will be published in hardcover under the GTM label and distributed and promoted worldwide.
Our cover awaits you
Certification
Global Tattoo Magazine issues the participating artists an official certificate, whether they are finalists or not, in recognition of their artistic merit. This certificate is issued in 5 different languages. It gives the artists who receive it international recognition and prestige.
The contest is aimed at artists working in one or more of the following disciplines:
Category:
1. BEST EDITION - Cover of Global Tattoo Magazine + interview of 6 pages + Biographic Book
2. REALISM
3. TRADITIONAL
4. SURREALISM
5. BLACKWORK
6. WATERCOLOR
7. DOTWORK
8. FINE LINE
9. JAPANESE
10. NEOTRADITIONAL
11. NEW SCHOOL
12. TRASH POLKA
13. ORNAMENT
14. ILLUSTRATIVE
15. LETTERING
16. MINIMALISM
17. MICRO TATTOO
18. INITIATION (from 0 to 3 years tattooing)
19. COLOR
20. BLACK & GRAY
21. BEST COMPOSITION
22.Graphic Style
We gave out 59 prizes in total, (3 prizes per category, 1 prize for first place, 1 prize for second place, and a prize for third place.)
All participants receive a certificate of presentation to the awards.
Awards
Your artistic talent deserves to be recognized on an international stage.
Global Tattoo Magazine provides the platform to make it happen.
Finalist Network
The finalists of every edition of the Global Tattoo Awards become part of a distinguished international network of artists.
Since 2012, talented tattoo professionals from around the world have earned their place as finalists in one of the industry’s most respected annual distinctions. Becoming a finalist is not only recognition—it is entry into a global community built on artistic excellence and professional growth.
This network extends beyond the awards themselves. Its members continuously exchange international opportunities, collaborations, guest spots, exhibitions, editorial features, and professional connections across borders.
To become a finalist is to become part of a living ecosystem of artists shaping the future of contemporary tattooing.
What if this year, you were among them?
Through the strength of this international network, your artistic career can reach new dimensions.
A GLOBAL PLATFORM FOR ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE
Since 2012, the Global Tattoo Awards has built a worldwide presence, recognizing talent across continents and cultures.
From emerging artists to established masters, our participants form part of an expanding international network that transcends borders.
One platform.
Multiple continents.
One standard of excellence.
Questions & Answers
Global Tattoo Awards
Who can participate?
The Global Tattoo Awards is exclusively open to artists who have been officially published in Global Tattoo Magazine.
Participation is reserved for artists who are part of our editorial platform. This ensures a curated, professional, and internationally recognized selection of candidates.
This award is not an open submission contest.
It is a distinction within the GTM editorial ecosystem.
What is the purpose of the Awards?
Since 2012, the Global Tattoo Awards has aimed to recognize artistic excellence within the international tattoo community.
The awards highlight both emerging and established artists who have demonstrated strong technical mastery, originality, and artistic coherence in their published work.
The Awards are part of our broader mission:
To strengthen international careers through editorial recognition.
What are the conditions?
• The artist must have been officially published in Global Tattoo Magazine.
• Participation applies to the edition corresponding to their publication year.
• No age limitation.
• No nationality restriction.
• Open to artists from all countries represented in the magazine.
How are tattoos evaluated?
The international jury—composed each year of three highly respected tattoo artists—carefully studies the published works.
The evaluation is based on artistic and professional criteria such as:
• Originality
• Technical mastery
• Artistic coherence
• Innovation and freshness
• Message and conceptual strength
The jury’s decision reflects artistic excellence within a professional editorial framework.
What happens to my data and images?
Global Tattoo Magazine guarantees confidentiality and professional handling of all submitted material.
Artists remain the sole copyright owners of their images and personal information.
No physical documents are required. All processes are managed digitally through our official channels.
Is there a registration fee?
There is no separate registration fee.
Participation is included as part of the artist’s official publication within Global Tattoo Magazine.
What do participants receive?
All participating artists receive an official Certificate of Artistic Merit corresponding to the year of participation.
Finalists and winners receive additional recognition and international visibility through:
• Editorial promotion
• Official announcement
• Inclusion in the Global Tattoo Awards network
Why is this important for your career?
The Global Tattoo Awards is not just a competition.
It is an institutional recognition within a curated international editorial platform.
Being part of the Awards means being part of a global professional network built since 2012.