Square tattoo
A tattoo with geometric shapes may seem abstract to someone, but for its owner it always carries a special meaning. For example, the simplest square can be a symbol of the balance and balance of life itself.
Meaning
Square sketches are often chosen when creating tattoos, and these can be both single geometric shapes and complex compositions in which a large number of elements merge into thoughtful patterns... The "Square" tattoo itself can have different meanings. First of all, the presence of four faces and four corners symbolically connects the image with the number 4 and even a cross. A geometric figure can also be the personification of the four cardinal points or the elements.
This symbol even means the cyclical nature of time. This is explained by the fact that it is customary to distinguish four stages of a person's life: childhood, adolescence, maturity and old age. And also there are four seasons and four parts of the day.
If you dig deeper, it turns out that the square also symbolizes the cyclical nature of human existence: life, death, purification and reincarnation. A tattoo with a similar geometric figure can be stamped as a symbol of balance with equal edges and right angles. People who put a sacred meaning in drawings on the body choose a square in order to find stability and tranquility, to comprehend truth and wisdom and, of course, to attract good luck, having “enslaved” all four elements. Moreover, Eastern teachings claim that such tattoos are directly related to spiritual rebirth.
As for the tattoo in the form of a black square, it undoubtedly refers to Malevich's painting "Black Square". Such an image can be a symbol of internal protest and a desire to go against the system.Sometimes it is chosen in memory of negative events that we managed to overcome, because they made a person only stronger.
It should also be mentioned about the Svarog square. - an ancient symbol, not only endowed with special powers, but also indicating belonging to the Slavic culture. Such a tattoo becomes a protection for a person, a talisman against destructive events and the evil thoughts of others. In addition, the square of Svarog symbolizes the prosperity of the land inhabited by the Slavs.
Styles
The square tattoo can be done in a variety of styles. It can be either laconic black and white sketches or color compositions.
For example, quite often a clear image of a geometric figure is complemented by colored strokes in pastel colors, which is characteristic of the style watercolor.
The square is made three-dimensional or becomes part of large and massive ornaments in the style orientalcovering the arms and shoulders.
Small minimalistic style tattoos linework, especially those loved by girls, are usually performed in black and white and do not exceed 5 centimeters in size.
Applying a large black-painted square to the body allows you to get the work done in style. blackwork.
Places of application
A tattoo depicting a square is most often located On the hand, including on the wrist, although the laconic black image, which is stuffed on the side of the neck or the forearm, looks original, that is, where those around it can immediately notice it.
A variation on the theme of a square, that is, Svarog's square, is customary to fill on the chest near the heart... It is believed that the amulet, placed near the place where vital energy flows, will be constantly charged, protecting its owner and giving him a lot of strength.
And also the sacred image is recommended to have on the shoulders or back - that is, places that will be reliably hidden under clothes.
Types and variants of sketches
At first glance, the tattoo looks very simple, but incredibly stylish, it looks like three small filled black squares located one above the other. It is very well located at the base of the neck, as if it is a continuation of it, and is also perfectly visible on both light and tanned skin.
Another common option is to fill the thin outline of a geometric shape. and filling it with some graceful image.
Alternatively, a dot image of an incandescent light bulb is located inside such a square.
An abstract composition of several squares and rectangles of different sizes looks interesting. Some of them are painted black, some remain contoured, and together they form an unusual sketch, ideally placed on the elongated area of the arm.
Inside a square that acts as a frame you can place a complete picture.
It can be combined with other geometric shapes. and, of course, make it part of the Svarog square.
