Fantasy Tattoos
Posted by James Young in Fantasy TattoosApr 27th, 2010 | 1 CommentFantasy tattoos are a very popular type of tattoo. There are a lot of different options when choosing a fantasy tattoo. Of course, the most important element of selecting a tattoo is for the wearer to find something that resonates with them and their unique personality.
One popular type of fantasy tattoo is the fairy tattoo. Fairies are beautiful creatures that have held an aura of mystery throughout time. There are many types of fairies to explore when choosing a fantasy fairy tattoos. Fairies are often associated with the elements of earth, air, fire, and water. The type of fairy, and the element it represent, will often have an influence over the colors used for the tattoo.
Fantasy fairy tattoos can be done in various sizes. Some people choose to have large fairy tattoos that cover their entire back, while others use smaller fairies that fit nicely on shoulders or ankles.
There is a lot of freedom involved when creating a fairy tattoo. Some people choose darker, more gothic looking fairies, while others choose lighter more whimsical fairy images.
Dragons are another popular element used in fantasy tattoos. Dragons are mysterious creatures which have been part of legend and lore, for many cultures, throughout time. There is the medieval European depiction of fierce, fire-breathing dragons, and the contrasting Chinese depiction of wise and good-willed dragons.
Dragon tattoos make great larger pieces. They can be made large enough to cover the entire back, or can be artfully designed to wrap around the waist, arms, legs, or shoulder. Some choose to have their dragon tattoo done in a basic black outline, but many choose an array of vibrant colors for their dragons. Popular color choices for dragon tattoos include shades of green, blue, red, and orange.
Designs for fantasy tattoos can also include unicorns, phoenixes, gnomes, angels and angel wings, and comic book characters.
Elephant Tattoos
Posted by James Young in Elephant TattoosApr 14th, 2010 | No CommentsElephants are believed to be a symbol of good luck and good fortune in many cultures. They are also known to represent strength, wisdom, and longevity. It is for this reason that elephants are often chosen for tattoos. Of course, with any tattoo the most important factor for choosing a tattoo is the personal symbolism that the image carries for the wearer.
Images of Ganesha, an elephant headed Hindu god, are very popular among elephant tattoo wearers. In Hindu philosophy, Ganesha has long been revered as the remover of obstacles. Ganesha is also associated with knowledge, wisdom, wealth, and education. Thus, this type of tattoo tends to carry a highly personal meaning
Ganesha tattoos are often seen in a variety of very bright, vivid colors. Tattoos of Ganesha are often very detailed and make great larger leg, back, and shoulder pieces.
Other, more typical types of elephant tattoos depict the animal raising its trunk in a gesture of power. The elephant denotes both strength and gentleness, a duality that is appreciated by many tattoo wearers. Although this symbolism is not always apparent, the wearer can enjoy its secret meaning.
Elephants may also be used as part of a landscape scene. they may be depicted ambling across an African plain, or lounging beside a favorite watering hole. These landscape tattoos, with their vivid colors and intricate detailing, tend to attract quite a bit of attention.
Although many elephant tattoos are rendered in a realistic style, some people opt for more cartoonish depictions of elephants. This type of elephant tattoo is usually used to denote playfulness, or a joyous spirit.
One great thing about elephant tattoos is that they are not very common. This makes it easy to create a one of a kind design that will catch the eye and invite complime
