Review of black and white tattoos

Black and white tattoos are considered universal... They suit both guys and girls equally well. Therefore, everyone can find interesting sketches with monochrome tattoos for themselves.

The first tattoos that Egyptian pharaohs and ancient priests put on their bodies were black and white. Sailors also adorned their bodies with the same drawings. Over time, people began to use natural paints in their work. However, monochrome tattoos were still in demand. Today the situation has not changed. Despite the abundance of sketches of color tattoos, black and white body designs are still popular.

These tattoos have many advantages.

1. Sustainability... Black and white drawings are much more stable than colored ones. They fade more slowly, and the pattern remains clear and beautiful longer. It is worth noting that the black pigment used to create a tattoo is less susceptible to ultraviolet radiation.

2. Low price... Monochrome tattoos cost their owners much cheaper than colored ones. In addition, the owners of such tattoos also save on correction.

3. Attractiveness... Such tattoos look restrained and solid. They suit absolutely everyone. In addition, black and white drawings are very easy to combine with color ones. Such sketches look elegant and interesting.

When choosing a suitable sketch for a tattoo, you should pay attention to popular subjects.

Such tattoos are most often done exactly monochrome... Both short phrases and large quotes from your favorite books or films can be applied to the body.These tattoos come out very personal and meaningful.

Look especially beautiful hieroglyphs, Arabic words or inscriptions made in an unusual font.

Floristic themes are especially popular among girls.

Here are the most requested flowers used for sketches.

• Roses... These tattoos represent beauty and love. Very often, a tattoo depicting a rose expresses immortal feelings. Sometimes such sketches are complemented with drawings of snakes or skulls. Such tattoos symbolize the confrontation between life and death. They look a little gloomy, but attractive.

• Poppies... This plant in many cultures is a symbol of beauty and charm. Therefore, these drawings are perfect for young girls. Such tattoos look nice on the neck, spine or hand.

• Lilies... This flower symbolizes purity and innocence. Small tattoos depicting lilies look very beautiful on a woman's body. Most often they are stuffed on the wrists or ankles.

Lovers of oriental culture often choose sketches depicting a lotus or sakura. They look just as good in black and white.

Animal tattoos are also in demand. Most often, guys and girls choose for themselves sketches with images of familiar animals. But there are also lovers of more exotic animals.

• Butterflies... Monochrome butterfly tattoos are suitable for freedom-loving creative people. Black and white insects are usually applied to the shoulders, neck, or wrist. In some cases, the drawings are supplemented with images of flowers or thin twigs.

• Cats... Such tattoos are suitable for freedom-loving people. In addition, sketches with cats are in demand among those who just love these fluffy animals. Such drawings are both worked out to the smallest detail and contour.

• Fox... In Japanese culture, fox tattoos symbolize the desire for self-improvement. They are also suitable for independent and strong people. The fox is most often depicted sitting, sleeping, or frozen in a jump.

Bird tattoos most often personify lightness and craving for freedom. Small drawings are more in demand among women. Such mini-tattoos, located on the neck or wrist, are easy to hide from prying eyes.

Tattoos with the image of fish also look beautiful on the body. Very often women choose sketches with dolphins. They can be both contour and realistic. Such a tattoo is a symbol of harmony with oneself, as well as freedom.

Sketches with a gold fish are also in demand. Such tattoos are suitable for dreamy people. Fans of oriental culture love the drawings with koi carps. Black and white drawings of this type look no less beautiful than color ones.

Many adults adorn their bodies with images of popular cartoon characters. Such a tattoo can speak of childhood nostalgia. For this reason, many people get tattoos with characters from the cartoon "Lilo and Stitch", Catops or Ninja Turtles. Images of modern youth cartoon characters also look original on the body. For example, in recent years, tattoos with characters from the cartoon "Rick and Morty" have been in demand.

When creating sketches, various popular symbols are very often used.

• Angel... The image of an angel is a popular amulet. As a rule, such drawings are applied to those parts of the body that are almost always hidden from prying eyes. Tattoos made in the style of realism look beautiful. They resemble the work of real artists.

• Eye... Such tattoos are often done in black and white. They are suitable for wise and discerning people, as well as those who believe in mysticism.In addition, such a tattoo often symbolizes the ability to focus on a chosen target.

• moon... The image of this satellite of the Earth is most often stuffed on the body of a girl and a woman. The moon is a symbol of change and renewal. Therefore, such a pattern can be applied to the body for those who want to change something in their life. A moon tattoo is often complemented by flower buds or interesting designs. In addition, it can become part of a large space-themed tattoo. In this case, the finished drawing is complemented by images of planets and stars.

Modern black and white tattoos are very different. There are several stylistic directions worth paying special attention to.

• Minimalism... Laconic tattoos are most often done in black and white. They are simple and inexpensive. Such light miniature tattoos are most often stuffed on the arms or legs. Very often they are made contour. Images of a heart, a constellation or a compass look beautiful on the body.

• Graphics... Drawings made in this style look stylish and restrained. Geometric shapes can be used as a basis for a drawing or only to complement it. A sketch of such a tattoo is quite easy to draw. But only a real pro can apply it to the skin.

• Abstraction... Tattoos in this style look unusual and very interesting. As a rule, they are made in color. But black and white abstract tattoos are also quite common. Intricate tattoos made of unusual patterns are suitable for people with an interest in art.

• Realism... This style is one of the most popular among tattoo lovers. It is used for drawing images of animals, various portraits or any symbolic figures. Only a professional can cope with the creation of such tattoos. Separately, it should be said that such tattoos are quite expensive.

• Chicano... This stylistic trend appeared at the beginning of the last century. Such tattoos were most often applied to the body by members of various closed groups. Now such tattoos are popular among those who love original designs or are interested in Latin America. One of the most common characters that is stuffed in this style is Santa Muerte.

Tattoos in black and white look great on any part of the body. The choice of a place for such a drawing depends on the person's lifestyle and self-confidence.

• Hands... Men most often get tattoos on their shoulders or forearms. Such tattoos are not subject to fading and look very beautiful on the body. Getting a tattoo on the upper arm isn't very painful. Women usually prefer to get tattoos on their wrists or hands. Restrained tattoos in the style of minimalism or graphics look great there.

• Neck... The designs on the neck are usually made small and inconspicuous. The tattoos are usually located on the back of the neck. There they can always be hidden behind clothes with a high collar or hair.

• Leg... Large and elaborate tattoos usually adorn the calves. Such drawings are suitable for both men and women. Smaller tattoos are stuffed on the ankle or foot. It should be remembered that it is painful to apply such patterns to the skin. In addition, the patterns on the foot are erased very quickly.

• Breast... Girls with a beautiful and fit body often get monochrome tattoos above or under their breasts. Tattoos on the collarbones allow to emphasize the attractiveness of women. However, they are often visible to others. But the tattoo under the breast is almost always hidden from prying eyes. Most often flowers, graceful inscriptions or abstract drawings are stuffed there.The disadvantage of such tattoos is that in case of pregnancy or weight gain, they can become deformed.

• Back... Large and detailed tattoos are most convenient to fill on the back. Finished drawings do not deform or fade over time. Girls often make graceful small-sized tattoos on the lower back. This drawing is a great way to highlight your sexuality.