Tattoo Designs and Ideas
In a previous post, we talked about the symbolic meanings of whale tattoos and now it’s time to learn about the significance of a killer whale tattoo. While there are many similarities between all whales, the Orca or the killer whale stands out of them. The killer whale is primarily distinguished from the rest of […]
Ginkgo leaf tattoo designs are in trend nowadays due to their unique shape, delicacy, and especially for their powerful symbolic meanings. The ginkgo tree (Ginkgo biloba) is one of the oldest living tree species with an incredibly long lifespan which is due to its remarkable resistance to disease and pests, thus being the symbol of […]
Frida Kahlo tattoo designs are becoming more and more popular, this famous painter being a limitless source of inspiration for tattoo artists and a role model for many independent women. The Mexican artist Frida Kahlo became known mostly for her self-portraits painted in a surrealist style but she is also remembered for her pain and […]
Having deeply symbolic meanings and a beautiful appearance, the distinctive iris flower makes a great design for tattoos. Associated with royalty, the meaning of an iris tattoo is most often connected to the Greek goddess Iris, the personification of the rainbow and messenger of the gods. While any iris symbolizes royalty, wisdom, and courage the […]
Although completely disappeared about 65.5 million years ago, long before man has made its appearance on this planet, dinosaurs are fascinating creatures which have become an important source of inspiration for literature, film, cartoons and even body art. Dinosaur tattoo designs are not very popular since most people don’t have an emotional connection with these […]
If you are a peaceful and spiritual person and want to express it by inking your skin, then you should choose an olive branch tattoo. For thousands of years, the olive tree was the symbol of peace, victory, wisdom and happiness. Being witness to so many biblical events, the olive tree is considered sacred in […]
Nature is a great source of inspiration for tattoo artists and mountains represent an important natural motif with many symbolic meanings. The common meaning of a mountain tattoo is the love for nature and travel, but it could also remind of a great journey or a special place. Still, the symbolism of a mountain can […]
The image of the Solar System has become a great source of inspiration for fashion, crafts, and posters. Also, in tattoo art, Solar System tattoo designs have grown in popularity among astronomy enthusiasts and astrology fans alike. Like any other type of tattoo related to space, a Solar System tattoo is a way to express […]
Skull tattoo designs have a variety of different meanings and are one of the most popular tattoo choices in the world. The most common symbolic interpretation of a skull is the image of death and mortality, but this has changed in modern times, nowadays the skull appears as a matter of fashion rather than representing […]
Flowers are subtle embodiments of nature and expressive symbols making great tattoo designs, especially for women. Almost every flower has a meaning in different cultures, and the carnation makes no exception. Generally, a carnation tattoo is associated with love, affection and strong feelings, but it gathers the most diverse meanings in different parts of the […]
