Tattoo in the form of the zodiac sign Leo: sketches and meaning

Tattoos that reflect the symbols of the zodiac signs seem to be the most straightforward of them all. There is no need to look for hidden meanings, analogies and associations. But everything is not always so simple: often a broader message is hidden behind the symbol that displays the time of a person's birth. Finally, it may become interesting why the symbol is called in one word, and its visualization does not in any way hint at the connection between the image and the meaning. As, for example, in the situation with the tattoo of the zodiac Leo.

Leo is considered the fifth sign of the zodiac, constant from the trigon "fire". In Western astrology, Leo corresponds to the period from July 23 to August 22, that is, those born at this time are true Leos according to the horoscope. Traditionally, the sign of Leo is depicted not by the beast itself, and not even by its "portrait", but by its tail. This is what this curved ponytail circle actually means. It is the graphic symbol that becomes the tattoo that men and women wear, choosing for this a variety of parts of the body.

What is the interpretation of this tattoo: unambiguously strength, power, ambition, high self-esteem. And the person who makes a tattoo of this sign brings to the fore the demonstration of precisely these qualities. Perhaps he confidently possesses them, or perhaps he lacks them and, by making a tattoo, he is trying to attract them into his character. This is especially true for those who are serious about the topic of constellations, signs, astrological teachings.

By the way, not only those who were born under this zodiac sign walk with the sign of Leo on their bodies.... The graphic symbol is applied by people who seek to show their own respect for the characteristics of a true Leo, as well as those who associate themselves with him.That is, people born from the end of July to the end of August do not have a monopoly on the right to get a tattoo with a "tail".

Womens tattoos with this symbol are usually more modest. It is not so important for girls to make them accent, because Leo is, by and large, a masculine symbol. Men however, those who respect a strong sign are inclined, if not to admiration for it, then to highlight it.

The approach to depicting not the most complex symbol turns out to be very interesting. Many argue this way: the "tail" as a zodiac symbol of the sign is simple in itself. But he depicts a very strong, dominant sign, and therefore it should be given a worthy design.

This can be done in different ways.

• Symbol in a geometric environment. This refers to the various geometric shapes that form a pattern or ornament around the sign. Such sketches are more often chosen by men. Both monochrome and color look equally impressive.

• White "ponytail" in a black circle... Simple but conceptual. Partly leads to the subject of Yin-Yang. More often, such images appear in the forearm area.

• Brutalism - Lion against the background of metal springs, various mechanisms and so on. This further accentuates the tattoo, and also adds a semantic load to the sign, reflects the views and direction of the owner. Of course, 99% of the time this is a male tattoo.

• Badge with a crown. The crown is a symbol of power and greatness. However, many people also associate the Leo sign with these concepts. One fits in with the other, while simultaneously amplifying the message of each of the symbols.

• Sign in colors. A more feminine version of the tattoo, because flowers are not just a theme for girls, a symbol of their beauty and flowering, it is also a sign of praise and worship. However, men also use this combination. And their flowers in the sketch can be even larger.

• In a crown of stars. This is both a tribute to astrology, where the symbol itself is taken from, and, possibly, the search for the star path. The stars are associated with a special path, glory, luck (a guiding star).

• Small... They may not have a special design, but even mini-tattoos indicate, if not the chosenness of the owner of such an image, then his desire to declare leadership. The peculiarity of such tattoos is that they are made in conspicuous places - on the wrist, on the fingers, on the neck.

It happens that the tattoo is not completed immediately. At first, it is self-sufficient: only a symbol, without a frame and additional drawing. Over time, a person decides to supplement it - this is how flowers or a crown, or some kind of inscription appear.

There are no strict restrictions, any style will be complementary to the sign of Leo. But there are those who can portray him more interestingly, vividly or conceptually.

Here are the preferred styles.

• Dotwork... The style, whose name literally translates as "point work", is very interesting for its technique. Many dots, stamped at strict intervals, end up with an interesting and harmonious image. Such a tattoo with Leo will be chosen by those who consider the sign itself bright enough to make it in coloristically rich styles, therefore they will prefer an interesting concept, laconic graphics to an unambiguous brightness.

• Blackwork... In this style, large black spots prevail, and the rest of the colors are either minimally present, or none at all. Very handy style to redo old tattoos (flatten them). Someone will call him rude, but this is not entirely fair. Animalistic drawings are good in it, but sometimes the image of a real lion is combined with a zodiac sign, and the combination turns out to be interesting.

• Watercolor... Light and piercing style, often preferred by girls. In fact, a tattoo in this style almost entirely repeats genuine watercolor with its tenderness, transparency, subtlety.It seems that a real artist took paints in his hands and painted something beautiful with them on the body. The play of shades, color transitions, lightness - this is where, indeed, the original solution for depicting such a strong zodiac sign is. Sometimes they do this: they draw a bright orange flower, lush, rich, in the core of which is the very "tail".

• Neotradishnl... An offshoot of old school, which has clearly acquired a lot of flowers. Color decides a lot here. Images can be realistic. The sign of Leo can only become part of a large color composition, very expressive and modern. This may be the image of the lion himself, in whose eyes the very recognizable zodiac icons appear. It looks cool, stylish, more often young men turn to this direction.

• Whipshading... This style is about shadows and how expressive they can be. The tattoo is applied with strokes, reminiscent of how you can hatch paper.

• Handpoke... These tattoos are done by hand using special tools. The style is very simple and more than straightforward. And the possible irregularities in it look like the originality of the sketch. If you want a small tattoo with the zodiac Leo, you can take a closer look at this direction.

• Minimalism... His credo is simplicity and brevity. Great style, because it will be appropriate on absolutely any part of the skin. For those who care about privacy in a tattoo, it is especially good.

And this is just a part of the huge number of tattoo styles that are only growing. You can go the unbeaten path and write Leo into an experimental style, and it will turn out to be incredibly cool and will make the viewer want to repeat this step.

There can be no strict restrictions at the place of application. But there are places - at least that's what practice says - where the sign is most appropriate.

• Wrist... One of the strongest areas for tattooing in general. Because it is connected with the pulse, with the beating of the heart, with life itself in a person. And the appearance of the sign of Leo here means the importance of the lion's traits, the predetermination of the qualities declared by this sign in the one who was born under it. Or someone who just made him a part of himself.

• On the shoulder blade. Many tattoos that are made on the back carry a protective function (as if they are standing behind a person's back, protecting him from external aggression). The shoulder blade is also close to the heart, and therefore this place denotes the importance of a strong sign and faith in it.

• On the neck... As a rule, small tattoos are made here, minimalistic, but at the same time they look very expressive. And they mean loyalty to oneself, faith in one's own strengths and, again, the predetermination of natural traits.

• On the hand. All tattoos that are made on the shoulder (well, or almost all) are the loudest statements. If the tattoo can be considered the main message, the translation of the life credo, then the shoulder area will be the most suitable canvas for this.

• On the foot. In the ankle area, the tattoo becomes more intimate.

• On the hip. Such a place is more often chosen by girls who consider a tattoo to be a powerful tool to indicate their temperament and / or sensuality.

• On the back of the head. In this place, the sign of Leo looks conceptually, strictly. It is also a loud message and a symbol of respect for the sign, which seems to lead a person through life. At the same time, the size of the tattoo is not particularly significant. And it is in this place that tattoos often appear, in which the "tail" and the crown are adjacent. Similar images look very beautiful on the neck of women who do high hairstyles, exposing the area of ​​skin with a tattoo.

• On the ribs / on the side. In the case of Leo, this is also a more feminine version.Psychologists say that by applying such an image, a woman focuses on how the sign helps to reveal her feminine essence, sexuality, and passion.

Non-standard and aesthetically perfect solutions!