Ankle Tattoos

The ankle is a very delicate part of the body, and for that reason is considered to be very sexy and feminine. And that’s especially so as it’s concerned with females of our species. Wherever tattoo styles may fluctuate from generation to generation, the ankle has always been and will most likely continue to be a popular location for a woman’s tattoo. And if you have any doubts as to the popularity of ankle tattoos, all you have to do is look at the entertainment section of your favorite online publication. There you will find dozens of models, actresses and other celebrities who have chosen the ankle and the lower leg as the spot for the favorite design. Because the size of the ankle is small, the tattoos placed there often tend to be small as well. They include designs such as hearts, stars, butterflies or vines. Ankle tattoos work well because they can be flaunted at will. A classic pair of shoes, from high heels to sandals will set off a clean and graphic design. The shoe attracts attention to the tattoo, and the tattoo to the shoe. The result is a sexy fashion statement, especially if it’s understated.

As small and petite as ankle tattoos may look they tend to be some of the more painful tattoos one can get. Make no mistake, we’re not talking about extreme pain here at all. It’s just that it is a little more painful than a tattoo one may get on a fleshier part of the body. It is also somewhat difficult to find a pose to strike and hold while the tattoo artists works on your ankle. It’s just a strange position to be in and it can get uncomfortable. And remember that the skin around your ankle has a tendency to wrinkle and droop when you get older much more than other skin on your body. Which of course can distort the view of your tattoo.
Those are some of the reasons not to get ankle tattoos but if you are still thinking of doing it, here are some reasons in favor of them. First of all, they are cool and that is probably the biggest part of getting a tattoo for anyone. Most times people who get ankle tattoos do it in a way where it looks like they are wearing a piece of permanent jewelry and that makes perfect sense. Like a little ankle bracelet for instance.

Tree Tattoos

This tree tattoo can symbolize many things. It can symbolize a new start, growing up, or maturing. A dead tree can symbolize struggle, or the loss of a loved one. One thing this tree tattoo does have is beauty. This tree tattoo is so intricately drawn and shaded using slight hints of a red color and a purple color. The bark on the body of the tree looks scarred as if its lived a long life or has lived a life full of disappointment and hardship. The leaves are small and dead looking, as if withered by some emotional distress or severe disappointment. The trunk of the tree is gnarled and old looking, as if destroyed. The branches are twisted, and going in every direction as if lost or confused about the situation. The entire piece of art is tinted a mix of red and purple, giving it a darker look then most tattoos. The shading shows the shadows where the scars overlap the rest of the tree. Also, the roots shadow over the ground, giving the ground a dark look. This tattoo is probably one of the best pieces of symbolism I’ve ever seen.

Here’s a pretty cool tattoo as far as tree tattoos go. I have to admit that I never thought about getting a tree tattoo on me before but this one is really very nice. It is masterfully done as far as a piece of artwork is concerned and in that regard I really can find no fault in it. It really gives me the idea of one of those lone trees you might see standing all by itself on a huge, seemingly empty African plain out in the middle of absolutely nowhere.
It’s a twisted, knotted, leafless tree with a great deal of majesty and beauty about it. I don’t know why but I find myself drawn toward this image very strongly.
I was saying I had never thought of getting any tree tattoos before but now I am thinking about it. This one really got to me. I like it a lot all though I do not think I would choose that placement on the body. Don’t ask where because I don’t know. I just know that I am really thinking about tree tattoos now, and that’s pretty cool. I still got lots of room on my body.

Tattoo Font

Tattoo Font

Yeah this is a pretty cool font used for a lot of Asian literature and graphics. I think I have seen it with some other names such as bonsai and something else also. I know a lot of artists in New York use the tattoo font when they want to attract visitors to their work in the asian communities. It has that oriental effect on people as they are walking by and they see a sign using tattoo font directing them to an asian restaurant in downtown Manhattan. I have seen quite a few tattoo artists use the tattoo font as a go between when they are matching two different style tattoos together.

I really like the tattoo font when it is used just as an outline and then the colors around it make it kind of hollow looking. From what I hear a lot of the Asian gangs in Los Angeles use this font when they are tagging walls in their neighborhoods. Some people see the tags and they head down the road very, very fast not wanting to run into that particular artist. I could see this font used a lot if you were going to do a small tattoo down the side of your leg. It would really stand out big time.

Tattoo Tribal

Tattoo Tribal

Even though tattoos seem to be part of a modern fashion, it is believed that their history began about five thousand years ago in the bronze age. They have been used in many cultures through history, and were as diverse as the people who wore them. Tattoo tribal was one of those styles that became very big around the world and was used by many different tribal cultures around the world. Tribal cultures who did not know each other but never the less came up with a very similar style of tattoos.

The tribal tattoos are among the coolest looking tattoos one can find out there. They always have a very symmetrical look and feel to them and are usually designed in a way where thick but sharp lines are set up in a very precise manner. Look at the circle here in this picture. I can see the face of a dragon in it. Can you? It may never even have meant to portray a dragon but that is what I see and that is part of what makes tribal tattoos so cool. Ten people might look at one and see ten different things. The one thing for sure is that all ten people will think it looks cool. Go tattoo tribal!

Tattoo Tribal

When it comes to tattoo tribal style this one that we are looking at here is a major piece of work. One that comes from the arm, up around the shoulder and goes all the way down the side of the back. It is a very traditional tribal tattoo in as much as it has the strong lines, the hard angles, and all of the intertwining pieces that always cross and go under or over each other in this type of artwork. And this one is very well done too. And I am sure it took considerable time to complete.

A tattoo like this should not be gotten lightly. Sure, it looks cool, but one must be sure that they are ready to live with such a big piece of body art on them for the rest of their live. Even if you are a super tough guy who wants to portray that with a tattoo like this, the day will come in your life when you are not so tough anymore. It comes to us all, but the tattoo will still be there. So before getting something like this please consider it very, very carefully. And if you still want it, go for it and enjoy.

Chest Tattoos

Chest Tattoos

Chest tattoos are often a favorite piece for a tattoo artistic to do because of the expansive amount of space in which to work with. Chest tattoos are also called chest pieces and they shouldn’t be confused with womens tattoos placed on the breast. Those tattoos are usually smaller than the chest tattoo which is a large piece designed to cover the entire area of the chest. The chest tattoo in the picture is a perfect example of a traditional patriotic piece combined with other fascinating elements. It contains the American flag and the bald eagle which are both symbols of freedom. There is also the nautical design of a clipper ship which is very common among sailors and fishermen. Around the border of the design is a laurel wreath which indicates a strong desire for peace. That is a common element in European designs. The whole tattoo is finished off with a huge cherry blossom which holds the laurel wreath in place. The cherry blossom is common in Japanese tattoos and is a reminder of the fleeting nature of life. As you can see, chest pieces can be crafted of several different elements which allows the bearer to make more of a statement then what is usually possible with a smaller piece.

Chest Tattoos

This chest tattoo is a perfect example of what can be accomplished with a little forethought, planning and imagination. See, the chest is the perfect location for a tattoo, as the space available is so vast. But, some considerations need to be kept in mind. First and foremost, is the sensitivity of the area. While some parts of the chest can easily inked without any discomfort to the person receiving the tattoo, there are other parts that are quite sensitive. Two, chest tattoos can become large pieces of work rather quickly and may take several sessions to complete. In fact, some designs may take months or years to complete, so plan accordingly. Another thing to consider is the shape of the area itself. Every chest tattoo is different and needs to fit naturally with contours of the individuals body. But, if all these things are taken into account and the design is properly executed by a professional, then the chest tattoo can be an impressive work of art. Just look at the design in the picture. The creature clawing it’s way out of the chest area of the bearer is a very striking design and one that was most likely a very daunting undertaking.

ANGEL WING TATTOOS

ANGEL WING TATTOOS

This is an excellent example of an angel wing tattoo that conveys a very personal meaning to it’s wearer. Angel wing tattoos placed on the back often signify a desire to be watched over by the bearers guardian angel. It’s like having an angel on the shoulder, making the bearer feel protected in his life. The wings are shown coming out of an anchor, the common symbol for sailors or those who make their living on the ocean. The anchor has been used for hundreds of years among sea faring folk. The bearer of this angel wing tattoo has finished the design by adding "USN’ over the anchor tattoo. The USN stands for United States Navy and signifies that it’s bearer is either currently or has been in the past, a member of the armed services. It just goes to show you that no matter what occupation or what statement you want to say about yourself, an angel wing tattoo can be successfully added to your personal body ink and customized to make the statement that you want to make. What would your personal angel wing tattoo say about your personality or personal beliefs?

ANGEL WING TATTOOS

Tramp stamps on a girls lower back always seem to use angel wings tattoos. Perfect for sparkle and charm is my guess. I like these tattoos to certain degree, but they can get over done with to many of the lines zig zagging into each other. Looks like their are some wicked claws in the lower part of these angel wings tattoos. Lots of people have these in all different shapes, sizes and colors. I personally like angel wings tattoos on the back of the neck. Great way to make an impression on someone that is walking up behind you.
You see a lot of angel wings tattoos being hand drawn by art students while they are practicing certain types of drawings. That could be why their is such a diverse selection of them around these days. Someone told me at one time they had heard that these tattoos got their start from a special tattoo competition held in Miami, Florida years and years ago. I know this was one of the first tattoos put in print so little kids could wet them and paste them on their hands and feet, I think they were designed by a big toy company.

TINKERBELL TATTOOS

TINKERBELL TATTOOS

Sure, Tinkerbell Tattoos are cute and girl but how much do we actually know about the history of them, aside from the fact that the character was incorporated into Disney films? Well, let me give you a brief history of the tinkerbell Tattoo. Tinkerbell is a fictional character from J. M. Barrie’s 1904 play and 1911 novel titled Peter and Wendy. She has also appeared in multiple film and television adaptations of the story, in particular the 1953 animated Walt Disney movie Peter Pan. She also appears in the "Peter and the Starcatchers" book series by Ridley Pearson and David Barry. Tinker Bell was described by J.M Barrie as a fairy who mended pots and kettles. Someone who mended pots and pans were often referred to as a tinker. Hence the first part of her name. The "bell" part of her name was derived from the fact that she didn’t use language but simply made the sounds of a bell to communicate. Tinkerbell has since become a classic symbol for the Walt Disney company. Now that you know the history behind this little sprite you can get your tinkerbell tattoo done with confidence and sport a character that is not only fun but also very historic.

TINKERBELL TATTOOS

I have seen a lot of beautiful women with super nice and very colorful tinkerbell tattoos over the years. Some have been pretty drab with their colors, but I remember a few that made tinkerbell seem like she was just about to fly right over to you. When an artist can do that with a design, it shows how really good they really are. What I think about when I see a babe with tinkerbell tattoos on her body?
I think about a fairy princess and how loving they can be until you make one mad. Then the mischievous tinkerbell comes out and watch out my friends. Tinkerbell was a feisty one if you remember from the books and the movies. Now tinkerbell tattoos come in many sizes shapes and forms, but the best ones I have seen are when she is flying and throwing the stardust all around and you get the shining effect the stardust is suppose to be putting off as it floats in the air. Matter of fact as a tinkerbell tattoos lover once told me a long time ago. Its not what tinkerbell is doing, or has done, its what she is just about to do that matters