The photographer sees tattoos as visual diaries – they tell stories that are often deeply rooted in the soul of the wearer. With his black and white images, Carmine Castelli aims to give these stories visibility
A detailed black-and-white close-up of the neck during the tattooing process, capturing the precision and quiet intensity of the moment. Photography by Carmine Castelli
A black-and-white close-up of the tattoo artist’s hand as he carefully refills the ink, capturing a small but essential part of the tattooing process. Photography by Carmine Castelli
A black-and-white photograph of Oliver from behind as he examines his new tattoo in the mirror. Photography by Carmine Castelli
Portait of Migi and Tattoo session for the project under the skin for Leica Fotografie International by Carmine Castelli
A black-and-white close-up of the tattoo artist's Migi palm and fingers, showing the fading traces of an older tattoo. Photography by Carmine Castelli
A black-and-white close-up of the neck as the tattoo takes shape, highlighting the artist’s precise work and the focused atmosphere of the session.
close-up of a tattoo needle after the session, showing one of the tools left behind once the work is complete.
