In the ever-evolving world of tattoo artistry, there are a few names that stand out for their unique style and dedication to the craft. One such artist is Vir Paiz, a talented tattooist from Córdoba, Argentina known for her exceptional blend of geometric and Japanese traditional elements.
Born in San Carlos Minas and now living in Córdoba, Vir has carved out a niche for herself in the tattoo industry with her distinctive approach and impressive portfolio. We had the opportunity to sit down with Vir to learn more about her journey, inspirations, and the techniques that make her work so remarkable. Join us as we delve into the mind of this extraordinary artist.
Let's start with traditional questions: how did you become a tattoo artist? Where are you from and where do you work now?
- I became a tattoo artist thanks to a friend who introduced me to the world of tattooing when I was 19 years old. I was born in a small town in Córdoba, Argentina, in 1994. I currently work at the Alligator studio, where I have learned and grown a lot professionally.
Do you have any artistic background?
- My artistic training began as a child, influenced by my father who studied Fine Arts. Since then I have always been involved with art, first through music and then with tattooing.
In your works, you blend several tattoo styles and directions, which creates a WOW effect when looking at your portfolio. Tell us about your style. How did you come up with it?
- My style is a mix of geometry and Japanese tattoo elements. I started with geometry because of my ability to make sharp lines, but over time I have been incorporating more solid pieces and Japanese techniques, always looking for my personal stamp.
What attracted you to ornamental tattooing combined with Japanese traditional elements? Where do you draw inspiration from?
- I like the contrast that is generated, my inspiration comes from artists like Chaim Machlev (Dotstolines), Gakkin, Nissaco and Fibs.
What unique features do you highlight in your work?
- In my works I highlight the use of solid black and the way the designs anatomically embrace the body, creating a natural and harmonious flow.
In your works, black color blooms in its dark splendor. How do you achieve this? Do you have any technical secrets you could share?
- Using shading and contrast techniques. I don't have a specific technical secret, but I like to put together my designs freely, drawing directly on the skin with fibers to better connect ideas. I use Dan Kubin machines for solid black fillings since the power it has helps me go fast without hurting the skin.
As a professional, tell us how Neo Japanese differs from original Japanese tattooing?
- Neo-Japanese differs from the original Japanese tattoo by its more contemporary approach and the incorporation of modern elements and techniques, while maintaining the traditional essence and themes of Japanese art.
It seems like you only work on large projects. Is that true? How many sessions does an average project take for you?
- I prefer to work on large projects, like full arm or leg pieces, as I feel it flows better anatomically. An average project can take several sessions, between 6 and 8 sessions depending on the project.
Tell us how your projects come to life? What are the most common requests from your clients?
- My projects come to life through a free and collaborative design process with clients. The most common requests tend to be for geometric and Japanese-style tattoos.
Tell us about your most memorable project in your career.
- The truth is that I have several that I really like, but my current favorite is one that won first place at a tattoo convention in 2022. I based that tattoo on the idea of portals.
Do you travel a lot? Do new places influence your creativity?
- I travel a lot and new places greatly influence my creativity, as they inspire me and allow me to see art from different perspectives.
Share your convention experiences and results. How important is it for a modern tattoo artist to participate in or at least attend such events?
- I have participated in conventions and won several first and second place awards. They have allowed me to meet other artists and gain recognition. Additionally, they are an excellent opportunity to showcase my work and receive valuable feedback.
You are a member of the Pro Team of Pepax. Tell us what this membership gives you and whether you manage to influence the development of this tattoo industry sector?
- Being a member of the Pepax professional team has been very beneficial for me. As my sponsor, they send me needles and tips in exchange for advertising, which allows me to work with quality materials and improve my techniques. I also help influence the development of the tattoo industry by sharing my experience and promoting products that I actually use and trust.
What is the main goal of your journey? Share your plans for the future.
- My main goal is to continue growing in the world of tattooing. I don't have a specific goal, but I'm always looking to improve and learn more. In the future I plan to continue developing my style.
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