GUIDO SCHMITZ

GUIDO SCHMITZ

Polka Trash !

For years, Guido Schmitz has established and refined his distinctive style through appearances at international conventions and as a guest artist at prestigious studios across Europe.

Originally from Germany, Guido Schmitz began his career working at studios such as Jenny B’s Tattoo in Kassel, Da Silva Tattoo in Bielefeld, Moni Marino’s Black Barock in Essen, and Oliver Lonien in Trier, before setting up his own studio in Kassel.

Today, Guido is recognized as a specialist in "Trash Polka"—a style that blends photorealistic and surrealist imagery with graphic elements, lettering, and calligraphy, primarily using black and red.

HYRAW has been following and sponsoring this tattoo artist—known for his inimitable style—for several years now.

Feel free to check out his work here: https://www.instagram.com/guido_schmitz_tattoo

A leg tattooed by Guido Schmitz in the "Trash Polka" style.
A back tattooed in the "Black & Red Art" or "Trash Polka" style, characteristic of Guido Schmitz's talent.
Guido Schmitz
Guido Schmitz at the Liverpool Tattoo Convention.
Guido Schmitz's work is characterized by his bold and dynamic use of black and red ink.
Guido Schmitz's style combines realistic images with graphic elements, abstract patterns, and sometimes even typographic components, creating a striking and chaotic aesthetic.
Guido Schmitz's tattoos feature striking contrasts and vivid details, often blending photorealistic portraits with surreal or abstract elements, resulting in visually impactful and emotionally evocative tattoos.