Portraits

Artist: David “Stani” Staniforth

This striking collection of black and gray portraits by Stani at Ink & Dagger Atlanta reveals the raw intensity of human emotion through masterful realism. Each face tells a story—etched in delicate gradients and bold contrasts, sculpted from shadow and light. With eyes that hold weight and expressions suspended between silence and speech, these portraits feel almost cinematic—haunting in their stillness, yet pulsing with presence.

Stani’s technique transforms skin into canvas, layering dimension and depth with surgical precision. Every strand of hair, wrinkle of age, and gleam in the eye is rendered with reverence—capturing not just the subject, but the soul beneath it.

There’s power in stillness. There’s truth in tone. Whether honoring memory, legacy, or something deeply personal, these tattoos are more than images—they are echoes of life, worn boldly and forever.

Looking to immortalize a moment, a face, or a feeling? Let Stani bring your vision into vivid focus. Book your consultation today.