All about animal tattoos

Small and large animal tattoos can be seen on the arm and forearm, on the shoulder and other parts of the body. Traditions to choose animals as totem symbols, patrons come from ancient times, and their meaning is largely due to the special qualities that nature has endowed the inhabitants of planet Earth with. Animal tattoos are in the top of the most popular sketch options, and their variety allows each person to choose the right version of the picture for themselves.

Animal tattoos are one of the very first drawings that a person began to apply on his body. Once people believed that such an image allows one to acquire the properties of a wild beast: the speed of a cheetah, the strength of a bull, the resourcefulness of a snake. Man has encountered the animal world throughout the evolutionary process. Initially, there was little choice: to hunt yourself or to become the prey of a predator.

Tattoos with animals have a number of features that must be taken into account by the artists who apply them.

• Copying ancient ornaments. Such tattoos are rougher, with a small degree of detail, but they are filled with special meaning and beauty. Usually, totem animals are depicted in this style.

• Realism... Modern tattoo styles allow you to apply a detailed image of your beloved pet to the body with photographic accuracy.

• Color solutions. Animal tattoos look good both in monochrome and in color.Realistic images of tigers or other brightly colored wildlife are especially effective.

• Scalability. Animalistic tattoos can be small or large. The master has more room for creativity.

• Versatility... Both women and men wear tattoos with animals. They are suitable for both very young people and more mature ones.

In general, animal tattoos can be called a very good choice for those who want to decorate their body with bright drawings. They are well suited for people who are first deciding to apply patterns on the body.... Such a tattoo looks appropriate and aesthetically pleasing, especially if it is applied by a real master.

The animalistic trend in the art of tattooing is very popular. Light small designs do not require long application, ideal as the first design on the body. Simple monochrome animal silhouettes appeal to minimalists. Beautiful and unusual options with totemic ornaments in the form of animals are highly appreciated by people who want to join ancient cultures.

Almost all animalistic tattoos can be divided into 3 large groups: with domestic, wild and mystical or mythical animals.... Before choosing a specific option, it is worth finding out exactly what the image means. Many simple symbols are often viewed as real amulets that can protect against adversity and dangers. That is why you need to choose them with care.

Favorite pets are an inexhaustible source of inspiration for many people. Unsurprisingly, animals living side by side with their owners often end up on sketches for tattoos. The meaning of such symbols applied to the skin depends solely on what kind of representative of the animal world is used in the plot.

Here are the most popular options.

• Dog... Her image often serves as the personification of loyalty and devotion, sincere and pure love. Sometimes a tattoo is done in memory of a departed pet. In this case, special attention is paid to portrait likeness. When preparing sketches, real photographs are used.

• Horse... This domesticated animal is considered a symbol of freedom, beauty, grace. A pair of horses is often used in bridal tattoo designs.

• Cat... Her image is chosen by girls and women. The cat symbolizes softness, grace, personifies the warmth of the hearth.

• Bull... The symbol of successful financiers and tireless workaholics. Such a tattoo is chosen by stubborn, outstanding people.

Among the non-domesticated representatives of the animal world, the main attention in the tattoo is paid to predators and other dangerous inhabitants of deserts, mountains, forests. Angry, aggressive faces with a grin are chosen by people whose profession is associated with risk, adrenaline rush. The heads or silhouettes of herbivores are often applied as a designation of a vegetarian or Buddhist worldview, in tribute to nature and the world.

Among the popular subjects of such tattoos, you can find images of different animals.

• Scorpion... He is considered a symbol of perseverance and fearlessness. In addition, the sign is often applied as a designation of the zodiacal affiliation. People of the military class choose the image of a scorpion as a talisman. In ancient Egypt, he was considered the arbiter of destinies, believing that the poisonous inhabitant of the deserts himself decides who is destined to die from his bite.

• Wolf... Typical male symbol used to represent the pursuit of solitude. The ancient Celts believed that the wolf eats the sun every night. In general, a beast with a bared mouth can be a warning that it is better not to hurt a person. The image of a wolf, ready to jump, speaks of courage and intransigence in achieving goals.

• Snake... This representative of the animal world is often used in tattoo plots as a biblical symbol of the temptation of a person by sins.In addition, a snake that wraps around a bowl is a recognized sign of medicine - it is often applied to the body by traditional healers, shamans, and also doctors. In the generally accepted view, this symbol is often perceived as a warning about cunning, resourcefulness and deceit.

• Fox... Favorite female symbol, especially often used in the Japanese direction of tattoo art. Here, the werewolf fox Kitsune is considered the embodiment of cunning and resourcefulness, depicted surrounded by sakura branches, peony flowers, crescents.

• Predatory wild cats. Leopard is a female symbol, a sign of grace and grace, along with a black panther. The tiger is typical for male tattoo sketches, its grin is a warning of danger. Lion tattoos are chosen for themselves by powerful, self-confident men.

• Turtle... A sign of wisdom and longevity among many nations. It is used in tattoos in a variety of styles.

• Dolphin... A marine animal considered to be a symbol of intelligence and friendliness. It is considered typical for female tattoos.

Among the mythical representatives of the animal world, one of the main characters in tattoo sketches is the dragon. The winged serpent is revered in different ethnic groups as a symbol of the unity of the elements. In addition, he is considered the personification of wisdom, perseverance, loyalty and strength, sweeping away everything in its path.

And also among the interpretations there are the following options:

1. military valor among the Romans and Greeks;
2. good luck with the Scandinavians;
3. the cycle of human life among the Celts.

Women often choose large dragon tattoos with flowers. With the release of popular animated films about winged snakes, their images also entered the catalogs of many masters. Men prefer monochrome tattoos with fire-breathing dragons - as a symbol of a warm heart and fearlessness.

There are other popular mystical creatures in tattoo sketches.

• Phoenix. She is a symbol of eternal life. Such a pattern can be chosen by a person who radically changed their fate or suffered a serious illness.

• Unicorn... Option for a girl, symbolizing dreaminess, purity, innocence.

• Griffin... This winged mythological character promises wealth to its owner.

• Minotaur... It designates the search for a way out of a critical situation, symbolizes hope. Most often depicted in a maze.

The image of animals in a tattoo can be performed in different ways. For example, in the style geometry it is indicated only by thin black lines. Graphic drawings on the body look three-dimensional and aesthetically pleasing. Among the color options, the most common watercolor technique... In it, contour lines are blurred, and paints are used delicate.

Monochrome pictures can be created in technology realism... Stylized symbols in the form of animal silhouettes are often applied in a Polynesian or Celtic manner. Japanese aesthetics tattoos are also very popular. It is customary here to use a laconic color scheme, to complement the images of animals with flowers, sakura branches.

Choosing a suitable place for tattooing with animals is also of great importance. Among the most popular solutions, such an arrangement of the picture can be distinguished.

1. On the hand. Miniature silhouettes are placed on the fingers, and a totem or talisman amulet is placed on the wrist. On the hand, there may be a drawing in the form of a favorite pet.
2. On the shoulder. Large-format tattoos are placed here in a circle or in the form of a realistic image of an animal's face.
3. On the chest. Tattoos over the neckline are usually done by women. Men cover the entire surface of the chest with a pattern.
4. On the back... This place is suitable for the location of large-format tattoos with an animalistic plot.
5. On the stomach. Here, the tattoo is placed around the navel or in the bikini area.
6. On the ribs. A miniature picture of your favorite animal or totem can be an excellent decoration for a male or female body.
7. On the neck. This solution is often chosen by girls who prefer to cover the drawing on the body with hair or clothes. A delicate miniature tattoo looks very delicate.