Apex
A blue and turquoise shark tattoo on the chest, set against an orange and yellow background. Color realism by Laurent Alba.
View tattoo photographs →Alba Tattoo · Centennial · Denver metro area
Custom tattoos. Personal realism.
Color and black & grey realism by Laurent Alba at Title Tattoo Studios in Centennial, serving the Denver metro area. Custom tattoo designs shaped around your idea, personal story, and placement.
10+ years
A decade-plus perfecting custom realism
One-of-one
Every design made for one person, one body
Centennial
Title Tattoo Studios · Denver metro area
Focused
Limited booking to protect the quality
01 — PortfolioSelected workColor and black & grey
Color and black & grey
tattoo portfolio.
Explore custom realism tattoos by Laurent Alba, from color compositions to black & grey and symbolic work. Selected Japanese, floral, and character tattoos show other directions available for a custom project.
RequiemBlack & Grey
Ember OniBlack & Grey
ApexColor Realism
Gengar RisingNew School
Neon ReverieColor Realism
Apex · DetailColor Realism
Crimson ShōgunJapanese
Love HurtsNeo-Traditional
Watercolor BloomWatercolor
Third-Eye MuseColor Realism
Third-Eye · DetailNeo-Realism
Dragon KabutoJapanese
TimekeeperBlack & Grey
Lotus & InfernoColor Realism
Smile Now, Cry LaterBlack & Grey
Night MareColor Realism
NevermoreColor Realism
Lone WolfBlack & Grey
Orchid WhisperFloral Realism
Faith & SteelBlack & Grey
ValhallaBlack & Grey
Divine GazeColor Realism
Autumn AblazeColor Realism
Crimson GladiolusFloral Realism
✦ 24 selected pieces — color realism, black & grey, Japanese, floral & fine line.
Explore the work
Selected tattoo projects
Browse individual pieces from Alba’s portfolio, then bring your own idea to a consultation.
Requiem
A large black & grey torso composition with a bearded face, clouds, lightning, and ornamental forms. From Laurent Alba’s tattoo portfolio.
View tattoo photographs →Lone Wolf
A wolf tattoo on the lower leg, with bared teeth, detailed fur, and a forest scene beneath the face. From Laurent Alba’s realism portfolio.
View tattoo photographs →02 — DirectionsWhere the work leansRealism first.
Realism first.
Room for your idea.
Composition, feeling, and longevity first — whichever direction the piece asks for.
01Color
Color Realism
Color handled with control and depth. Not noise — atmosphere, movement, and cleaner intensity.
02Black & Grey
Black & Grey Realism
Symbolic, technical, composition-led pieces built around structure, contrast, and presence.
03Portrait & Symbol
Portrait & Symbolic
Portrait-driven and symbolic work with emotional gravity, handled with restraint and clarity.
04Flow & Floral
Floral & Body Flow
Placement-led pieces that move with the anatomy instead of fighting it.
05Fine Line
Fine Line & Delicate
A lighter, quieter direction. Smaller pieces, cleaner lines, softer gestures — still considered.
03 — ValuesWhy Alba
The strongest pieces start before the stencil does.
They start with what the work carries, how it moves with the body, and whether it deserves the care to still read well years later.
01
The story comes first
Before anything is drawn, the meaning has to be understood — the emotional weight underneath, and what the piece should keep visible over time.
02
Built for longevity
Structure, contrast, placement, healing, and restraint all matter if the work is meant to stay strong for years.
03
Composed for the body
Each piece is shaped around anatomy, flow, and proportion so it feels integrated instead of placed on top.
04
Focused booking
Booking stays intentionally limited so every project gets real attention, calmer communication, and room to do it properly.
04 — The processHow it worksCalm, clear,
Calm, clear,
and personal.
Serious about quality — never mechanical. The point is to make space for a strong piece, not push people through a system.
01
Inquiry
Send the idea, placement, size, and any references through the consultation form.
02
Review
Laurent reviews each inquiry personally and decides whether the project is the right fit.
03
Clarify
Some projects move into follow-up questions or a consultation before the calendar opens.
04
Deposit
A fixed $250 deposit secures accepted projects and is applied toward the final price.
05
Session
The appointment is planned around what the piece actually needs — never a generic slot.
05 — Best fitWho this is for
Made for meaning-led work.
The strongest projects come from people who care about meaning, placement, and letting the piece be built properly.
Good fit 01
Portrait, memorial & symbolic realism
Projects with emotional weight, narrative depth, or strong symbolic direction benefit most from Alba's process and artistic control.
Good fit 02
Large scale & multi-session work
Bigger projects do well here — approached with structure, composition, and long-term planning instead of a rushed decision.
Good fit 03
Body-flow pieces
Floral, ornamental, and movement-based pieces are strongest when placement and anatomy are part of the design.
Booking · Inquiry-first
Start your consultation.
If the piece has real weight, send the idea, placement, approximate size, and any references. Laurent reviews each project before booking.
Prefer email? [email protected]
🔒Accepted projects secured with a $250 deposit, applied to the final price.
FAQ
Planning your tattoo
Styles, location, and how to request a consultation.
How do I choose a tattoo artist for my idea?
Compare completed work in the style you want, including pieces on a similar part of the body. Look at both the overall composition and close-up details. Alba’s portfolio includes color realism, black & grey, symbolic work, and selected other styles; use it to decide whether her approach matches your idea.
Can I bring an idea instead of a finished tattoo design?
Yes. Start with your subject or idea, where you want the tattoo, an approximate size, and any references. The consultation process helps clarify the direction before an accepted project moves to booking.
Can I compare color and black & grey before booking?
Yes. Browse both styles in the portfolio and mention your preference, or that you are undecided, in your inquiry. You can also link a specific portfolio piece to explain the direction you have in mind.
How does booking work?
It's inquiry-first. Send your idea through the consultation form; Laurent reviews it personally. Accepted projects are secured with a fixed $250 deposit that applies toward the final price.
What styles do you specialize in?
Color realism, black & grey realism, portraits, memorial pieces, symbolic work, body-flow composition, and select fine line tattoos.
Do you take small or walk-in tattoos?
The focus is meaning-led custom work, larger pieces, and multi-session projects. Smaller fine-line work is welcome when it's intentional, but there are no walk-ins.
Where can I book a tattoo with Alba near Denver?
Laurent Alba works at Title Tattoo Studios, 8006 E Arapahoe Rd, Centennial, Colorado 80112, serving the Denver metro area. Start with the consultation form on this website to discuss your idea and appointment.
What makes an inquiry move faster?
Bring the core idea and its meaning, an approximate placement and size, and leave room for the artist to compose it. Clear starting information gives the project a stronger foundation.