I will design custom cyrillic and traditional lettering for your tattoo


About this gig
I will create a custom tattoo lettering design based on your text, style and idea.
My specialty is Cyrillic, Old Slavic inspired lettering, traditional tattoo lettering and hand-drawn calligraphy.
I create each design individually rather than simply using an existing font.
You can send me:
Your exact text
Reference images
Preferred lettering style
Body placement
Approximate tattoo size
I can create designs for names, quotes, dates, symbols and other custom inscriptions.
For larger or more complex tattoo compositions, please contact me before ordering so we can discuss the project and I can create a custom offer.
The final artwork will be delivered as a high-resolution digital file suitable for showing to your tattoo artist.
Delivery style preference
Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
Get to know Dmitrii Shapkin
Tattoo Artist , Cyrillic and Old Slavic Calligraphy
- FromSerbia
- Member sinceSep 2026
- Avg. response time1 hour
Languages
Russian, English, Serbian
FAQ
Do you create custom tattoo lettering or use existing fonts?
I create custom hand-drawn lettering for each project. I can use references for inspiration, but I do not simply copy and apply a standard font.
Can you create Cyrillic or Old Slavic lettering?
Yes. Cyrillic and Old Slavic inspired lettering are among my main specialties. I can create designs inspired by historical Cyrillic scripts and traditional lettering.
Can you design lettering for a specific body part?
Yes. Please provide the body placement and approximate size of the tattoo. This helps me create a composition that fits the body and works well as a tattoo.
Can I send you a reference?
Absolutely. You can send references showing the lettering style, composition or overall atmosphere you like. I will create an original design based on your idea.
Can you create a completely original design from my idea?
Yes. You can simply describe your idea, preferred style and text. I can develop the lettering and composition from scratch.
Will the design be ready for my tattoo artist?
Yes. I provide a clean, high-resolution design that you can show to your tattoo artist. If you need a specific file format or additional preparation, please let me know before ordering.
Can you design a long quote or a complex tattoo composition?
Yes. For longer texts or more complex compositions, please contact me before ordering. I can review the project and create a custom offer based on the amount of work required.

