An AI-generated tattoo project presented as a study in black and grey realism. The central motif is a phoenix, its wings spread in a sweeping arc, feathers rendered with fine-line detail and soft gradient shading. The bird rises from a cloud of swirling smoke and curling wisps of flame, creating motion that anchors the composition on the white paper below. Surrounding the sheet are art supplies—ink bottle, brushes, and a drafting pen—hinting at the practical tattoo workflow that translates this study into a wearable tattoo design. The technique blends precise line work with airy shading, employing negative space to suggest texture and depth in every plume. Symbolically, the phoenix embodies renewal, resilience, and transformation—meaningful tattoos often use this motif to denote rebirth and personal growth. The grayscale palette heightens contrast and realism, supporting a bold look for black and grey tattoo designs, whether as a small tattoo or a larger body art piece. This cover-up-ready quality is enhanced by its dense value range, enabling it to obscure old ink while retaining crisp lines and subtle graduations. As an AI-generated tattoo project, it demonstrates how digital artistry informs custom tattoo design, offering a rich reference for future commissions. The composition nods to Japanese and tribal influences in its sweeping motion and feather geometry, while remaining within the modern aesthetics of a fine line tattoo, a realistic tattoo approach, and the broader spectrum of ink tattoo design.