Today's hero of our article is certainly familiar to true fans of modern tattoo art, for everyone else, meet Maxime Plescia-Buchi.
A Swiss tattoo artist who has made a real leap into the world of art, fashion and design. His works adorn the bodies of celebrities, world-famous brands develop unique collections with his design, he is a designer, tattoo artist, founder and creative director of the design studio Sang Bleu and the Editor in chief of TTTism magazine.
His work covers the areas of tattoo, typography, fashion, creative direction and publishing.
About Maxime Plescia-Buchi: tattooist, designer, editor
Based in Switzerland, Maxime Plescia-Buchi represents the evolution of the modern tattoo artist into a multidisciplinary creative force. Operating from Zurich, he benefits from Switzerland's rich artistic heritage while contributing to the country's growing reputation in contemporary tattooing. The Swiss tattoo scene has gained international recognition for its precision and artistic innovation, qualities that are perfectly embodied in Plescia-Buchi's work.
What sets Maxime apart in the global tattoo community is his ability to seamlessly bridge traditional tattooing with high fashion and luxury design. His editorial work through TTTism magazine has helped shape conversations about tattoo culture, while his commercial collaborations demonstrate how tattoo artistry can transcend skin to influence broader design aesthetics. This multifaceted approach has positioned him among the top-ranking artists in the contemporary tattoo world.
The artist's journey reflects the modern tattoo industry's expansion beyond traditional boundaries, where skilled practitioners can influence everything from fashion runways to luxury timepieces. His success illustrates the opportunities available to dedicated artists who can be discovered through platforms that help find artists with unique visions.
In 2006 he founded Sang Bleu, which soon turned into a global art project, including fashion, visual arts, performance, literature, sociology and tattooing.
Maxime Plescia-Buchi operates two tattoo studios: Sang Bleu London and Zurich and leads creative projects for the industrial design company Gabriel Scott, musicians FKA Twigs and Kanye West, as well as the Swiss luxury watch brand Hublot.
Style and Technique
In the tattoo, Maxime prefers black and gray engraving tattoo and ornamentalism. Unfortunately, getting to his session is not an easy task, but if you really want it, you will have to wait at least a year for it.
Plescia-Buchi's signature style draws heavily from classical engraving traditions, creating tattoos that resemble fine art etchings translated onto skin. His ornamental work demonstrates masterful understanding of geometric principles, symmetry, and negative space utilization. The black and grey palette allows for subtle gradations and sophisticated shading techniques that give his pieces remarkable depth and dimension. This approach to tattoo artistry requires exceptional technical skill and artistic vision.
The engraving style he employs is characterized by precise linework, crosshatching techniques, and careful attention to detail that mirrors traditional printmaking methods. His ornamental designs often incorporate architectural elements, botanical motifs, and geometric patterns that create cohesive, flowing compositions across the body. The monochromatic approach enhances the timeless quality of his work, ensuring pieces age gracefully when proper tattoo care is maintained.
Notable Works
The works shown in the gallery above demonstrate Plescia-Buchi's mastery of black and grey engraving techniques applied to ornamental designs. These pieces showcase his ability to create intricate, flowing compositions that complement the natural contours of the body while maintaining the precision and detail that define his signature style.
His collaboration with luxury watch brand Hublot represents a groundbreaking fusion of tattoo artistry with high-end timepiece design, demonstrating how contemporary tattoo aesthetics can influence luxury goods markets. These projects, along with his work for high-profile musicians and fashion brands, illustrate the broader cultural impact of his artistic vision beyond traditional tattooing applications.
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