Wolf tattoo: meaning and sketches

Before you go to the tattoo parlor, you should choose the most suitable sketch of the future tattoo. Images of wolves are in great demand. These drawings are perfect for strong and strong-willed people with a strong character.

For men, tattoos depicting a she-wolf may have the following meaning:

• memory;
• strength and confidence;
• courage;
• high intelligence;
• striving for victory;
• independence.

For women, such wearable pictures can speak of something else:

• love for children;
• strong maternal qualities;
• self-sufficiency and independence;
• strength and stamina;
• resourcefulness;
• love and loyalty.

Initially, among the Slavic peoples, such a wild animal meant dexterity and reliability, but after the establishment of Christianity, the beast became a symbol of cruelty and ruthlessness, aggression and anger. The wolf skull tattoo represents death and a mysterious afterlife. If the tattoo illustrates the grin of a she-wolf, then this will mean ferocity and constant readiness to hunt. In ancient times it was believed that this image protects against evil spirits.

Some drawings with a she-wolf can be made in the form of a rock art. It is most often made in a large size, so it is better to choose a back for placement. You can combine the image of the animal with various decorative elements (flower buds, heart, lettering). Tattoos that depict a wild animal against the background of forests or just surrounded by trees look beautiful.And also an excellent option would be a tattoo with an animal that walks under the moonlight on city streets. The drawing looks spectacular, which demonstrates the reincarnation of a person into a werewolf. The latter option will be the most preferable for men.

Sometimes people stuff on their bodies only the footprint of an animal's paw. This option is most often placed on the chest and shoulders. Such a drawing will symbolize the steadfastness of character, power and strength. In addition, it can have a designation of fearlessness, success in all matters, devotion, self-confidence. The ideal option would be a she-wolf with big bright eyes. Such a picture underwear will become a symbol of the special insight of its owner. The tattoo is perfect for both men and women.

And also many people prefer a tattoo, which is illustrated by a she-wolf, which tears the skin. Such images are usually made in the style of realism. The drawing will look spectacular in almost any area, but most often it is stuffed on the hips, chest, back. A popular option is a tattoo with a large wolf face. In this case, you can also design a sketchy background. Often, the beast is made in black and white, and the eyes are separately drawn in yellow, green or blue.

Such patterns are predominantly large in size, so it is better to stuff them on the back, hips or chest. Another option would be a tattoo illustrating a she-wolf on fire. In this case, you can also depict only the face of the beast with a grin.

Some people get tattoos depicting a she-wolf with little wolf cubs. Such pictures can be done in different ways. The beast is sometimes depicted lying with a large number of cubs. And also they often stuff a large face of a she-wolf against the background of trees or mountains, and in the lower part of the picture they depict one small wolf cub.

Sketches like these are great for women. Often they get tattoos depicting a wolf coming out of the forest. Such pictures look most impressive, decorated in the style of realism. If desired, the composition can be diluted with additional elements in the form of flowers.

These tattoos are done in a wide variety of styles. But several directions are considered the most popular.

• Realism... Realistic body drawings are also often called 3D images, they imply the use of mixed shadows and highlights, which, in combination, form an imitation of photorealism in the overall design. This style will look most effective and beneficial when placed on the hand, in the forearm or on the back.

• Geometry... In this case, the tattoo will include only the head of a wild beast. This style direction is created with strict symmetry, so you need to plan the overall design of the future drawing as carefully as possible, as well as select a reliable tattoo artist. Otherwise, you risk becoming the owner of a low-quality tattoo on your body. Geometric tattoos are most often placed on the hips or shoulders. More often than not, the picture is completely black.

• New school. This style direction is considered the complete opposite of realism. New cheekbones suggests the presence of several bright and rich colors at once. Outwardly, such wearable pictures will look cartoonish. The cartoon style often serves to soften the dangerous and aggressive appearance of the animal, making it a friendlier and more cute creature.

• Indian tattoo. In order to give the body picture an interesting Indian aesthetic, it is best to combine it with various symbols of this culture.When creating a suitable sketch in this style, you should use additional decorative details: hats with a lot of feathers, dream catchers, arrows. At the same time, such drawings can be designed both in simple black-and-gray and in multi-colored colors.

• Watercolor... This style is very popular with people. It allows you to create beautiful tattoos on the human body that look like drawings made with watercolors. In this case, all the elements of the tattoo are not outlined with a black outline.

• Dotwork... Such patterns are created from many small dots. All these elements are stuffed with a certain strict distance between themselves, so that in the end you get one wearable image. Most often, such tattoos are performed in the usual black colors. If desired, the picture can be additionally decorated with various decorative small elements made in the same style direction.

A wolf tattoo can be depicted on various parts of the body. So, large compositions on the chest, back will be the best option for both men and girls. These zones make it possible to create large scenes with backgrounds and lots of decorative details. Many girls prefer hips. This zone also allows for fairly large body images that can blend in to the sides or other parts of the legs.

If you want to take a small image, then the wrist, collarbone, ankle or shoulder are the best options. At the same time, you can do both simple black-and-white and bright multi-colored drawings there. These options are considered more feminine. Similar tattoos can be stuffed on other areas on the hands. Sometimes they make a composition on the forearm. It can also smoothly transition to the shoulder.