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Tattoo Life
Comics and Cartoon Imaginary in Tattoos
Douglas Scherer’s work was featured in Tattoo Life’s editorial selection exploring comics and cartoon-inspired tattoo art.
View the featureAward-winning tattoo artist
Douglas Scherer
20 years dedicated to tattoo art. International experience, award-winning work and a distinctive approach to cover-ups, realism and custom tattoo projects.
- 20Years of experience
- 36Awards in Brazil
- Best of EventMons · Belgium
The artist
From Brazil to the world
An artistic journey shaped by international experience.
Douglas Scherer has dedicated 20 years to tattoo art. Since 2018 his work has taken him across Europe: two years tattooing in France, an invitation to work in Germany and some of the continent’s major conventions.
2018
The international journey begins
Douglas starts travelling to Europe for work, taking his tattoos to new studios and new clients.
2023
A new chapter in France
He moves to France and spends around two years tattooing at People Are Strange studio.
Germany
Cover-up recognition
An invitation to work in Germany, with his cover-up experience at the centre of it.
Europe
International tattoo conventions
Conventions in London, Milan, Bologna and France, plus the Best of Event award in Mons, Belgium.
Today
Art without borders
His career continues between Brazil and Europe.
Awards
Recognition beyond borders
Two decades of dedication, technical evolution and recognition in the international tattoo scene.
Experience
20 Years
Two decades of experience and artistic development across different techniques, compositions and projects.
Brazilian conventions
36 Awards in Brazil
Awards won at Brazilian tattoo conventions throughout his career.
International recognition
Best of Event Mons, Belgium
Best of Event award at the tattoo convention in Mons, Belgium.
International conventions · Participation
- London Tattoo ConventionLondon, United Kingdom
- Milano Tattoo ConventionMilan, Italy
- Mondial du TatouageFrance
- Bologna Tattoo ConventionBologna, Italy
- Mons tattoo conventionMons, BelgiumBest of Event
Portfolio
Explore the art
Different techniques. One commitment to outstanding work.
Cover-ups
A new life for existing tattoos.
Old tattoos covered with careful planning and composition, adapting the new design to the shapes, tones and placement of the previous work.
Black & grey realism
Depth. Contrast. Precision.
Black and grey realism built on light, shadow, depth, volume and fine detail.
Color realism
Details brought to life.
Color realism with detailed compositions, contrast and visual expression.
Comics & anime
Fiction becomes art.
Tattoos inspired by characters, comics, anime, film and pop culture.
Portraits
Expressions that last.
Portraits built around expression, contrast and the construction of the image.
Biomechanical & custom
Art beyond the ordinary.
Biomechanical projects, stylised compositions and original pieces designed around the body and the character of each idea.
Cover-up expertise
Not just a cover-up. A new piece of art.
Covering an existing tattoo requires more than creating a new design. It demands experience, composition, an understanding of the original tattoo and a carefully planned approach.
Douglas has developed extensive experience in cover-up projects throughout his career, including work with international clients.
Every cover-up starts with an assessment: the size, saturation and placement of your current tattoo define what is possible.
How it works
Your idea. My experience.
Every great tattoo begins with a conversation.
From the first idea to the final composition, each project is discussed around your references, placement, visual direction and technical possibilities.
Share your idea
Send references, a description of the project and photos of the area you want tattooed.
Artistic planning
The project is assessed for style, composition, size and the estimated number of sessions.
Create your piece
Once everything is aligned, we set the next steps to book and create your tattoo.
Larger pieces — forearm, upper arm or outer thigh — can be completed over consecutive sessions, depending on the assessment.
Start your projectDouglas Scherer
Great art starts with a conversation.
Ready to discuss your next tattoo? Share your idea and let’s explore what’s possible.