Inkcredible Tattoo Studio • Virginia Beach
Burke Long Black-and-Grey Realism Tattoo Artist in Virginia Beach
Portraits, Fantastical Realism and Custom Black-and-Grey Tattoos
Burke Long is a Virginia Beach tattoo artist specializing in black-and-grey realism, detailed portraits, fantastical realism, memorial pieces, and large-scale custom work. His tattoos combine smooth tonal transitions, dramatic composition, and imaginative storytelling with artwork developed specifically for each client.
Free walk-in consultations are available Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Bring reference images and be ready to discuss placement and approximate size.
- Realism
- Smooth, Detailed and Dramatic
- Portraits
- Human and Animal Subjects
- Custom
- Original Tattoo Designs
Original Artwork
Custom Tattoos by Burke Long
Burke approaches each tattoo as a custom composition built around the client’s subject, story, placement, approximate size, references, and desired mood.
His work centers on black-and-grey realism, human and animal portraits, fantastical imagery, memorial tattoos, surreal subjects, sleeves, chest pieces, and other detailed custom projects. Each design is planned for contrast, depth, readability, anatomy, and flow with the body.
Burke works at Inkcredible Tattoo Studio, located at 1630 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454. The studio serves clients throughout Virginia Beach, Hampton Roads, and clients traveling for custom tattoo work.
Signature Work
Tattoo Styles and Specialties
Burke’s portfolio combines smooth black-and-grey technique, dramatic contrast, expressive portraits, and imaginative storytelling.
- Black-and-grey realism: Detailed custom tattoos developed through smooth shading, strong value structure, texture, and depth.
- Portrait tattoos: Human portraits designed from clear reference images with attention to likeness, expression, and placement.
- Fantastical realism: Imaginative creatures, characters, and scenes rendered with realistic detail and dramatic atmosphere.
- Memorial and tribute tattoos: Personal portrait and symbolic designs created to honor a loved one, memory, or meaningful story.
- Large-scale projects: Sleeves, chest pieces, back pieces, and multi-session tattoos planned as cohesive compositions.
- Custom storytelling: Original artwork that translates a client’s concept into a clear, visually connected tattoo design.
- Animal portraits: Realistic wildlife and companion-animal tattoos focused on expression, anatomy, texture, and character.
- Surreal black-and-grey artwork: Portraits and realistic subjects combined with unexpected imagery, symbolism, and fantasy elements.
Selected Work
Burke Long Tattoo Portfolio
Explore eight custom tattoos by Burke Long. Select an image to view a larger version.
Browse the studio gallery or contact Inkcredible Tattoo Studio to discuss whether Burke’s style fits your project.
Planning Your Tattoo
Working With Burke
Every tattoo begins with a conversation about the client’s idea, subject, placement, approximate size, references, and desired visual direction.
- 1
Share Your Idea
Submit your subject, placement, approximate size, preferred timeframe, and clear reference images. Select Burke Long as your preferred artist.
- 2
Discuss the Project
Review the concept, composition, placement, level of detail, color direction, and whether the tattoo may require multiple sessions.
- 3
Develop the Design
Burke creates original artwork suited to the client’s body, preferred scale, subject, and long-term tattoo goals.
- 4
Schedule the Tattoo
Once the direction is approved, the studio explains scheduling, deposits, preparation, and any expected follow-up sessions.
Accepting New Projects
Burke’s Books Are Open
Burke is currently considering black-and-grey realism tattoos, portraits, memorial pieces, fantasy concepts, sleeves, chest pieces, and other large-scale projects at Inkcredible Tattoo Studio in Virginia Beach.
Include your preferred placement, approximate size, clear reference images, and any meaningful details or visual themes you want represented. Larger projects may require additional planning and multiple tattoo sessions.
Artist Information
Frequently Asked Questions About Burke Long
What tattoo styles does Burke specialize in?
Burke specializes in black-and-grey realism, human and animal portraits, fantastical realism, memorial tattoos, surreal imagery, and large-scale custom work.
Are Burke’s books currently open?
Yes. Burke is currently considering new custom projects. Contact Inkcredible Tattoo Studio for current availability and scheduling information.
Does Burke create completely custom tattoos?
Yes. Burke develops original artwork around each client’s subject, references, placement, approximate size, and preferred visual direction.
Does Burke accept sleeves and large-scale projects?
Yes. Burke accepts sleeves, chest pieces, back pieces, and other multi-session projects when the concept fits his style and schedule.
Does Burke create memorial and portrait tattoos?
Yes. Portraits, memorial pieces, and tribute tattoos are central to Burke’s black-and-grey realism work. Clear, high-quality reference images are important.
What should I include with my tattoo request?
Include the subject, placement, approximate size, clear reference images, preferred timeframe, and any meaningful details or visual themes you want represented.
How do I contact Burke about a tattoo?
Use the Inkcredible Tattoo Studio consultation form and select Burke Long as your preferred artist.
Where does Burke tattoo?
Burke works at Inkcredible Tattoo Studio, located at 1630 General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454.