Alican (Pigment Ninja)

About

Alican is a visionary Turkish tattoo artist renowned for his unique approach to tattooing. He transforms his clients into walking photo albums, immortalizing cherished childhood memories on their bodies. Drawing inspiration from old family photos, Alican utilizes his distinctive style, coined "Retro Minimal," to create captivating tattoo designs. A former photography major, Alican's journey into tattoo artistry began as a shop assistant in a tattoo studio. Dissatisfied with conventional career paths, he found his calling by combining his passion for photography with tattooing. Drawing on his background, he seamlessly integrates nostalgia and artistry to craft tattoos that evoke powerful emotions. Alican captures the essence of cherished moments from various eras and locations through meticulous attention to detail and a penchant for minimalism. Whether it's a vintage family portrait from Mexico in the '60s or a snapshot of Americana from the '80s, Alican adeptly translates these memories onto the skin, creating lasting tributes to the past. With each tattoo, Alican creates a tangible link between the past and the present, offering his clients a deeply personal and indelible form of self-expression. His ability to distill complex memories into minimalist designs has garnered him widespread acclaim, making him a sought-after artist in the tattooing world.