Friday 26 March 2010

Tattoos Gallery

Tattoos Gallery
Because getting a tattoo is such a major life decision - one that you can never truly take back - you need to make sure that you find the single tattoo that is going to make you happy for the rest of your life. Since the parlors themselves tend to limit the amount of designs the available, one of the best places to go is a tattoos gallery.

What is a Tattoos Gallery?

There are types of galleries available. There are galleries that display tattoos that people have already gotten - these are tattoos that are already on the bodies, with user photos and forums - and there are galleries that have tattoo designs that you can use for your next tattoo, completely printable galleries with over 10,000 different designs.

This type of tattoos gallery also comes in two types of its own. There are some that give you a huge library to search from, but you can only buy a single tattoo that costs you as much as 15 dollars. On the other hand, there are other galleries that, for 30 dollars or less, you can get access to 10,000 designs that you can choose from at any time in your life. Meaning, even if you find the single tattoo you want right away, if you decide you are going to get another tattoo later, you still have 9,999 tattoos to go without having to pay any extra money.

You may only need a tattoo once, but paying 15 dollars for a single tattoo is clearly not as valuable as being able to purchase access to 10,000 tattoos for just a few dollars more. And with that type of tattoos gallery, you can be completely sure that when you find the tattoo you are looking for, you are going to be satisfied with it.
Tattoos Gallery
Access to a Tattoos Gallery

Your search for your next tattoo should be something that you are continuing to do until the day that you decide to make your final purchase. By looking through extremely large galleries, especially galleries of tattoo designs themselves, rather than just tattoo showcases on people's bodies, your choice of the type of tattoo you will get is something that will not be rushed.

Tattoos For Women

As tattoos for women, especially in the back area, become more and more popular, is it true that women who have lower back tattoos, cannot have an epidural to assist with delivery of their babies, and what are the dangers associate with back tattoos if any?
Tattoos For Women
Once again this subject has hit the news, and just as in the past, has panicked many women who have a back tattoo and are pregnant.

There is actually very little information available since so few studies have been done. The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) are currently conducting some studies about the inks used in tattoos.

According to Mayo Clinic obstetrician and gynecologist Roger Harms, M.D., most pregnant women who have lower back tattoos, can receive epidural,s. except if the tattoo is fresh and covers a large area, in other words, the skin is still healing.There have been very few studies on tattoos for women in the back area in fact there have been very few studies about tattoos in general and there is little conclusive evidence showing an increased risk of infection.
Tattoos For Women
There are only three vertebrae where an epidural can be administered. They are L1, L2, and L3. This is also the area where back tattoos are positioned. Most anesthesiologists will give an epidural block to a pregnant woman with a lower back tattoo, and where possible will choose an area without a tattoo to inject the needle.

Does that mean that some doctors will still refuse to administer an epidural, sadly yes, if they believe that the practice may be detrimental or dangerous to the woman, then they can and will refuse to give an epidural, despite information to the contrary. Many medical practitioners will err on the cautious side rather than risk the health of the woman with the back tattoo.
Tattoos For Women
If you have a back tattoo then it is a good idea to discuss your options with your doctor before the birth of your baby, and if you are planning on getting a tattoo to celebrate the new arrival, why not consider waiting until after the birth, again, discuss it with your doctor.

Pub Med, the Mayo Clinic and BME concluded that there is no proof to substantiate the dangers of tattoos and epidural,s

If having a tattoo is something you really want to do but are worried about the risks to you and your baby then why not try henna, henna has been used by women in the middle east, especially Egypt for thousand and thousands of years, and is believed to bring good luck during pregnancy,and can last up to four weeks. If you do decide to go in this direction, be aware that you do not use black henna. Black henna is a very dangerous substance and should never be used, ever, so stay with the safe and gorgeous colored orange and brown hennas.

Wednesday 24 March 2010

Scorpio Zodiac Tattoos

Scorpio Zodiac Tattoos
Scorpio Zodiac Tattoos
If your birth date falls between 23rd October and 21st November then according to the western astrology your sun sign is Scorpio. One of the common traits among the lots of scorpion is they like tattoos and will spend any amount of time as well as money to get their desired tattoo.

For scorpions the best tattoo design that matches their personality is the symbol of Scorpio itself. Out of twelve zodiac signs the most complex sign is of Scorpio. Most of zodiac sign has one symbol associated with them. Like Aries the ram, Sagittarius the archer etc. But Scorpio has more than one symbol. Scorpion, Phoenix and Eagle are the symbols of Scorpio sign

There are great scopes to design the scorpion tattoo as artists are not struck up with only one symbol. With three symbols there are lots of permutation and combination.
Scorpio Zodiac Tattoos
Finding the different types of scorpion designs is not difficult if you have access to internet. There are lots of free tattoo design sites that hosts many Scorpio tattoo designs. But I have found that the sketches in these free sites are mostly repeats. So, if you want something unique then the best approach if budget permit is to hire a good tattoo artist and tell him about your idea of scorpion tattoo.

From your ideas, tattoo artist will often come up with some fantastic design which is not only unique but looks quite amazing. If you are not satisfied with the first rough sketches of your artist then don't hesitate to tell him. Tell him what you like and what you don't in particular drawing. This way your artist will get the fairly good idea of what exactly you want. It is quite possible that you have to ask for 3-4 revisions before you get your desire scorpion tattoo.

Gemini Tattoos

The Gemini tattoo is among the most sought after of the astrological tattoos. For people born between May 22nd and June 23rd, there are very many tattoo designs which are formed around the Gemini theme.

In astrology, Gemini is the third sign of the zodiac. The accompanying tattoo revolves around the symbolism of twins, and the concept of duality, with Apollo and Artemis the deity images usually invoked.
Gemini Tattoos
Gemini Tattoos
Gemini tattoos represent the idea of twins in a variety of ways, through for instance, the use of Roman numerals, the depiction of twin cats, and blazing skulls.

Also common is the depiction of wolves from ancient Remus and Romulus mythologies. Roman numerals such as II often form the base for simpler designs. Important also to note is that Castor, the head of the right twin, and Pollux, the head of the left, are the two most important stars of the Gemini and hence get real prominence in Gemini tattoo symbolism.

For many people, the favoured location for the Gemini constellation tattoo is the arm or leg, with black ink the favoured coloring. Other favourites include the lower-back and stomach. Courtney Fox of Friends spots a white Gemini tattoo on her stomach.
Gemini Tattoos
Gemini tattoo designs vary greatly. Some designs are simple and small while others are large and elaborate. The basic theme can always be mixed with your personal images or lettering.

Before you head off to the tattoo parlour for a tattoo, you should first decide:

1) The size you want the tattoo to be.

2) What part of the body you want the tattoo placed.

3) The pedigree of the tattoo artist you are visting. You want the procedure done by a professional artist with a good reputation, in order to avoid mistakes, and discomfort during the procedure.

Zodiac Tattoos

Zodiac tattoo designs are quickly catching up with lot of people. Several people are proud of their zodiac sign and would love to flaunt it. Though there is more to getting a zodiac tattoo than going to the tattoo artist, telling him your zodiac sign and he tattoos it on your skin. Well there is definitely more to it if you want to make it a masterpiece.

Firstly when where is talk about zodiac signs, it is assumed that reference is to sun signs commonly used in the west. But zodiac signs are also local to several cultures in the east. For example India and China have their set of zodiac signs. Both these culture also use 12 signs and the exact sign is determined by the date of birth of the individual. But these are based on complex lunar calendars.
Zodiac Tattoos
Chinese zodiac signs consist of 12 animals. But the signs are designed in a very creative manner. Chinese zodiac sign is determined by the year of birth of the individual according to the Chinese lunar calendar. Each Chinese calendar is represented by a particular sign. Indian zodiac signs also consist of 12 signs but these signs have different names and designs than those used in the west. To determine the Indian zodiac sign it is important to know the exact time of birth as this system is based on the movements of the moon across the celestial.

Once you have decided upon the zodiac design you will be get tattooed, you can go the easy way and just do a Google search on it and get hundreds of generic designs and use one of them. The disadvantage of this approach is that your tattoo will be really commonplace and no-one will even care to give it a second look. For example if you want to get a tattoo of Libra, you can just take a design showing two unbalanced scales and you are done. If all you want is to get some dime-a-dozen tattoo this should do, but if you want to get a special tattoo which will be gawked at, wherever you go, you will need to do more work on your zodiac design.
Zodiac Tattoos
Zodiac designs can be easily customized with some out of the box thinking. For example each zodiac sign is associated with a particular gem, so your design can be combined with a design of a gem, moreover each sign is associated with particular colors, so you can color tattoo based on that. Each zodiac sign is also associated with a particular earth element like fire, water, air, etc. You can use your imagination to combine your specific element with your zodiac sign to create a unique design.

Monday 22 March 2010

Free Tattoo

All of us are bargain hunters at heart, on the lookout for great deals and any way to save money that we can find. With the Internet being so popular many people are surfing the Internet for free tattoo designs. For many of us, free is always the way to go. When you stop to consider it, a free tattoo design is much more preferable to paying upwards of $150.00 for one at a tattoo studio. The fact is someone could just as easily draw their own tattoo design and pay the tattoo artist to put the tattoo on them.
Free Tattoo
You may, on the other hand, wonder if free tattoo designs are actually worth it in the end. It is great them being free although you may wonder if the design itself is good enough to display permanently on your body. When you show your new 'free' tattoo to friends, they may be derogatory when you tell them that you got the design free off the Internet. Each and every time you show your tattoo people will want to know about the message and the design, which you'll probably need to think about.

All of us are familiar with the old saying "you get what you pay for", and it's no different in this case. Although there are hundreds and hundreds of websites on the Internet that provide free tattoo designs, few of them are really worth the interest. Most of the free designs out there on the Internet are either of very poor quality or they are outdated. Therefore, it would be in your best interest to wait and have a professional tattoo artist make the design for you.
Free Tattoo
Those who select a free tattoo designs will tell you that tattoos are very expensive and they can't afford to have a professional tattoo artists draw up the design. Some people, when dealing with custom tattoo designs, will say that their tattoo artist doesn't do custom designs or that he just don't want to do theirs. Although most of this may be true to an extent, there truly is no better way to get a tattoo than using a design made by a professional tattoo artist.

Most free tattoo designs are normally made by those who know next to nothing about tattoo designing. In most cases, these designs are made by someone who is looking to make a quick profit instead of a true professional tattoo artist. You can easily tell that they aren't professional quality simply by their poor quality, poor lines, and often times the work appears to be made on a personal computer. You certainly wouldn't want to use something of this quality as your tattoo, after all it will be with you for life!
Free Tattoo
If you spend a lot of time searching on the Internet for free tattoo designs, you may be able to find a few of good quality. There are some good quality designs out there, although you'll have to do a lot of research to find them. It's best to know exactly which tattoo you want then look for it. Although it may take you some time, you could very well find it. If you do come across it as a free tattoo design - you should always triple check the quality before you decide to have it done.

Cool Tattoo Designs

Cool Tattoo Designs
Cool Tattoo Designs
Looking for cool tattoo designs is a pretty difficult task. I myself thought I was more of pain than actually getting the tattoo. It is just so frustrating to try to find a site where you can find a cool tattoo design that has plenty of options and great quality. I am going to help you change this situation from frustrating to fun in a matter of minutes.

The reason I even bring this up is I have been around plenty of friends who have struggled to cool tattoo designs on the internet. You don't hear many people talking about this however since most people go to the tattoo shop and pick one out of the selections they have. This is what I did with my first tattoo and I really regretted it. My first art was just a generic piece that I am sure several others have. This is not the way to go about picking out a tattoo.
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I am a smart guy but settling on a cool tattoo design was something I never should have done. It is on my arm forever and there are many others out there who wish they could get their tattoo all over again.

Do you know why a large group of people are not finding quality, updated tattoos online? Well, if you're like me, I did a search on the search engines for "cool tattoo designs" and found a ton of galleries of endless designs. The thing is these designs were very generic and almost impossible to print out clearly. The sites that have fresh, updated cool tattoo designs are usually hidden deep in the search engines.
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So how do you fix this problem? The first thing I did was stop searching on the search engines and joined many forums for tattoo lovers. This was great to find cool tattoo designs. You get to see where others are finding these cool sites and a lot of people post tattoo drawings for great ideas. Since then, I got 4 more tattoos and do not regret a single one of them....it was that simple.

So why settle for a generic tattoo that you have to live with when you can turn heads with your cool tattoo design that you found on these "hidden goldmines".

About Temporary Tattoos

About Temporary Tattoos
When it comes to temporary tattoos, what should you know? Though I have no actual tattoos, I have certainly toyed with temporary tattoos many times. They are easy to get and can be a lot of fun to play with. Unlike a real tattoo, you know that you can always get rid of that temporary one so you have a tendency to be a little more adventurous and goofy. There are, though, a few things you should know about in terms of temporary tattoos. There are more temporary tattoo kits and home studios for them popping up all of the time. Not all of them, though, are for all ages and some are even inappropriate for children or even all adults. Take a look at some of these temporary tattoo sets that are on the market today to get an idea of what you need to know before you go looking for a temporary tattoo.

Perhaps the most popular form of temporary tattoo are the ones most of us remember from our youth. I am speaking, of course, about stick-on tattoos. They are applied by placing them against your skin then soaking the back of the paper with water. The tattoo is then transferred to the skin. Some work better than others, but for the most part these are fun, easy, and safe for kids of all ages.
About Temporary Tattoos
About Temporary Tattoos
The next type of temporary tattoo that is available is the Henna kit. In general, Henna should be used for older kids and adults mainly. It stays on the skin for much longer than the stick-on. All henna stains the skin an orangish brown color, so do not let claims of colored henna tattoos fool you. In order for the temporary tattoo to work the best, you need to have fresh henna. So, before you buy a kit, just make sure that it has not been sitting on the shelf for too long. If it has been, then ask when the next shipment is coming in so you can buy it right away and fresh.

Next is a type of temporary tattoo or body art that can be fun for all children and all adults. Body paint, body pencils, and body crayons can be a great deal of fun for kids of all ages. However, they tend to be very messy so just make sure you are prepared before you turn the kids loose. The body paint is a form of temporary tattoo that allows children freedom artistically that the stick-on versions might now. Then, once the children are done, most of these temporary tattoo body paints wash off with water and a mild soap.

Tattoos are growing rapidly in popularity. With that current trend, more and more children are enjoying playing with temporary tattoos. With stick-on tattoos, henna body art kits you can take home, and body paint you will find that you can have a lot of fun. In addition, you can always have your own fun trying out tattoos you might consider getting for real at a later date. So for fun with the kids or as a test for yourself, get out there and try those temporary tattoos.

Sunday 21 March 2010

Lower Back Tattoo

Lower Back Tattoo
Finding Perfect Lower Back Tattoo Designs

Pictures of lower back tattoo designs can be easily found online. By simply typing "lower back tattoo designs" into your favorite search engine, you will find many examples of both free and for sale tattoo designs. There are also a wide range of types of lower back tattoos to be sure. Tribal tattoo designs are often used on the lower back. Other popular lower back designs include celtic, butterfly, flower, and dragon tattoos. A combination of any of the designs mentioned can also create a uniquely beautiful lower back tattoo. Any v-shaped tattoo design can make a beautiful presentation on your lower back.

Placement of Lower Back Tattoo Designs
Lower Back Tattoo
Tattoos placed in this anterior location are generally for someone else's benefit. Those fortunate enough to catch even a passing glimpse of your work of art. An offensive and derogatory term for a lower back tattoo is the "tramp stamp". Tattoos on the lower back often have symbolism and meaning to the owner. Sometimes tattoo designs in this area are for sensual purposes.

Usually found on the small of the back or the top of the buttocks, lower back tattoos can accentuate the hourglass shape of the female form. They are often hidden while at work in the office, then shown off after hours, nights, and weekends thanks to low-rise jeans, baby tees, and midriff baring shirts. Lower back tattoos draw attention to that area of the wearers body.

Lower Back Tattoo Designs Important Tips

When getting a lower back tattoo prepare to lay on your stomach for at least 1 hour. It is also required that you prepare a clean hairless surface for your tattoo artist to work with. Remember to dress appropriately to give your tattoo artist room to work on your lower back area. Afterwards wear loose waist pants for a few days to allow your new tattoo to heal properly and not disturb the art.

Please be aware that almost a quarter of people who get tattoos regret their decision after being inked. Take your time and think about what you are going to do. Find several pictures of what you want on your back before you go in to the tattoo shop. It can cost up to ten times what you paid for a tattoo to have one removed later.

Saturday 20 March 2010

Ink Tattoos

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These days it seems like everyone and their brother or sister is getting a tattoo. The whole world of tattooing has exploded for sure! There are now hit TV series featuring tattoo shops and more and more people are getting tattoos then ever before. One of the things that has fueled this exception growth is the ink used in tattooing. Old school tattoos and not that far back in our tattoo history all tattoos were done with black ink. Black tattoos were the only way to go as there were no other color choices. However, new inks were invented about 10 years ago and have spawned a huge growth in tattoos since tattoos could now come in full color.

However, not every application of a tattoo design should be done in color just because it can be. There are some designs that work much better as black ink tattoos. Are you not sure if you should be getting a color tattoo or a black ink tattoo? This article will help give you some ideas of the most popular black tattoo designs and ones that lend themselves to this medium.
Ink Tattoos
Portraits

Portraits of people can be very difficult tattoos to pull off. You for sure want to find a top notch artist that specializes in portrait tattoos. Typically these can come out much better as black ink tattoo designs. They carry the image of the person much better. If you do choose to get some color it is often advisable with portraits to limit the color of the design and do the bulk of the work in black if possible.

Tribal

Another tattoo design that should pretty much always be done in black are trials designs. This makes the design stand out as bold and strong and it carries the line work much better then if you confuse the design with a ton of colors.

Old School

Another popular form of black designs are old school tats. These are the nautical stars, sailor Jerry designs. Think of Anchors, pirate ships, hearts with a banner and so forth. These can be done with color ink and that has been the whole impetus behind the west coat style tattooing. However, something about these original designs just looks better when kept in the black ink. It carries a more bold and strong message.

The Benefits

There are many benefits to getting a black ink tattoo design. They are typically less expensive then if you go with a full color design. They are quicker to get inked and therefore less painful in the end. They also make a more bold and strong statement by really standing out.

Foot Tattoos

Tattoos aren't for men alone. Today, girl's foot tattoo designs are also becoming more and more popular. The foot is definitely one of the most unique place where you can sport a tattoo. Just like any other tattoo though, getting a foot tattoo is a major decision. Here are some important points that you should know about foot tattoos.
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The Benefits of a Foot Tattoo

People may have different reasons for getting a foot tattoo. You might still be unsure though about the advisability of getting a foot tattoo. Why would the foot be a great place for a tattoo? One major reason for this is that they aren't as common as lower back and arm tattoos for women. Although foot tattoos are gradually becoming popular, they are still comparatively uncommon. Getting a foot tattoo will make you feel more unique than other tattooed individuals.
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Foot tattoos are also less obvious compared to tattoos on other areas. This is important for some people who want to keep their tattoos discreet. You may want for example to have a tattoo of something significant but do not want to flash it outright for the whole world to see. A foot tattoo would therefore be perfect. You can have a small design that you can show or hide at your own discretion.

Girl's Foot Tattoo Disadvantages

Some tattoo artists don't do foot tattoos. This is because there can be a couple of hitches to foot tattoos. This is also most likely why the foot isn't as popular as other tattoo sites. One major concern is that the ink on foot tattoos tends to spread, scatter or blur faster than those on other tattoos. You may have to get your tattoo re-inked more often than other tattoos.

Tattoos on the foot are also generally more painful. This is because of the foot's flesh being close to capillaries and bones. Unless you haven't noticed yet, most tattoos are located in areas with a lot of flesh. This minimizes the pain during the tattooing process. The pain of a foot tattoo can actually extend beyond the actual process. It shouldn't be a surprise to you if you feel some discomfort while using your feet.

You also have to consider about your recovery and activities after getting a tattoo on foot. It can make more than two weeks for a foot tattoo to heal. In this span of time, the tattoo has to be kept dry and clean. You also have to avoid getting your tattoo rubbed. This is very difficult to do with a foot tattoo. You may have to spend the entire time away from closed shoes.

Foot Tattoos

Friday 19 March 2010

Girl Body Tattoos

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Body Tattoos

Just about any youngster wants to go out and get him or herself tattooed. This is because tattoos are a way of self expression, that is unique and unlike any other form of self expression. Most youngsters are looking to get a favorite band tattooed on their bodies or even the face of a celebrity, however not many young people know that getting a tattoo removed is very difficult, after all twenty years from now this band is going to be old school and you might be considered a dork if sport a tattoo of a heavy metal band.
Body Tattoos
Tattoos are a permanent marking applied to the body by a special instrument and ink. Tattoos are often used as a form of self-expression though it is part of some cultural traditions. There is a large variety of tattoo design, styles, colors, and shapes. Professional tattoo artists often will design an original creation based on the consumer’s request. There is no lack of places on the skin where people have received tattoos. From the head to the toes, tattoo designers and consumers are consistently getting more creative when it comes to getting “inked”.
Body Tattoos
Tattoos need to be especially cared for to prevent infections and fading. Using sunscreen on the tattooed area does assist with reducing the amount of color fade and an antiseptic cream should be used to cover the entire area immediately after the procedure to promote the healing of the skin. It is possible for the tattoo to be permanently removed but it requires a long, expensive and sometimes painful procedure.

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For people who do not wish to have a permanent tattoo placed on their body, there is a wide assortment of fake or temporary tattoos which can be purchased in stores. The tattoos are applied by cutting out the design and using the self-adhesive side of the tattoo to stick onto the skin then completely wet the tattoo with a sponge or washcloth. Apply steady pressure for approximately 30 seconds and carefully peel back the paper backing. The tattoo will remain on the skin from a day to several weeks, depending on what area of the body the tattoo is applied, how often the skin is disturbed by touch, motion, or bathing. The tattoos typically do not wash off with just soap and water but can be removed with baby oil or lotion applied with a cotton ball or washcloth.
Body Tattoos
Temporary tattoos come in a variety of styles and are often marketed towards younger children and feature popular cartoon characters, animals, and gender-based designs, such as pink flowers for little girls, and sports themes for little boys. Teenagers and adults also have a large selection of popular designs to choose from. There are many designs which are created for specific body regions, such as the neck, ankle, wrists, upper arm and lower back. Tattoos for these areas generally resemble a bracelet-like design which wrap around the area.

Lil Wayne’s body tattoos

Lil Wayne’s body tattoos

I don’t really listen to Lil Wayne’s music but I will say that I am somewhat fascinated at his dizzying array of tattoos all over his body. I mean, this guy has just about every part of his upper torso covered in tattoos. Some of the tattoos seem meaningful while others seem like they weren’t thought of at all.

Everytime I see these two photos, I’m like Damn!
Lil Wayne’s body tattoos
Lil Wayne’s body tattoos

Monday 15 March 2010

Angel Tattoos

Angel Tattoos
Angel Tattoos
Angel Tattoos
Angel Tattoos
Angel Tattoos
Angel Tattoos
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Cross Tattoos

Cross Tattoos
Cross Tattoos
Cross Tattoos
Cross Tattoos
Cross Tattoos
Cool free cross tattoos designs
Cross Tattoos, Cross Tattoo Designs, Tattoos Crosses, Tribal Cross Tattoos, Celtic Cross Tattoos.

Saturday 13 March 2010

Butterfly Tattoos

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Butterfly tattoos are some of the most feminine tattoos out there for women! Butterflies look great on any curvy part of the part. Their gentle flight, delicate colors and beauty bring feminine charm to any tattoo. Also, there are hundreds of types of butterflies for you to choose from when considering a butterfly tattoo.

Upper back butterfly tattoos look great when you focus on quantity and detail. A collection of many well-placed butterflies mid-way in flight looks great as a full back piece. You can even use your shoulder blades as part of the tattoo design and have them flittering around them. For even more flair, use different types of butterflies to add interest to your piece. A collection of blue swallowtail and monarchs is breath-taking with their bright colors and interesting shapes.

Lower back butterflies look great when you use one large butterfly, or several large butterflies flittering to your hip or thigh. If you want just one large tattoo, a large butterfly stretched across your lower back is an excellent choice. The dip in your lower back is perfect for the natural dip of the butterfly's wings. For some uniqueness, add a splash of tribal lines to further enhance the curves of your butterfly.

Less commonly seen are butterfly tattoos that are on your arms and shoulders. Butterflies going around your biceps can be quite lovely. One of the best butterfly tattoos we've seen was a collection of small butterflies flitting about the back and shoulder of a woman in a sleeve 'tat. Once again, the smaller details highlight the natural feminine curves of your body and the butterflies themselves. It also looked great because it showed off her muscles!

Where can you find inspiration for what type of butterfly you want? I suggest looking at a naturalists' guide to butterflies! Remember, you don't want a moth-like butterfly! We're going to go over which species make great tattoos for their fun colors, and which species you should match together.

The two most common butterfly tattoos are the Blue Swallowtail and the Monarch butterflies. The swallowtails have very long wing tips, and are blue and black. The monarchs are orange and have a lot of black. It's a personal favorite of mine to match these two species because their colors contrast so well, and they even live in the same part of the world! So you're naturally correct when you pair them up too.

Another absolutely stunning butterfly is the Red-Spotted Purple butterfly. It has a lot of blue, purple and a little orange. You won't see many tattoos of this gorgeous less well-known butterfly, so you're certain to get lookers.

Another very unique butterfly is the Zebra Longwing Butterfly. This butterfly is very wide and long, with beautiful Zebra-like stripes running horizontally across it. It would make a wonderful lower-back tattoo, and is very curvaceous. Contrasting one of these beauties with a brightly colored Swallowtail would look absolutely delicious for a tattoo!

Another very uncommon butterfly is the Eleuchia Longwing butterfly. This is a solid black butterfly with a beautiful stripe of white along the outer edge of its wing. Close to its body, it has a wonderful splash of bright red that brings out great color and intrigue. This butterfly would also look great with a Red-Spotted purple or Blue Swallowtail.

Butterfly Tattoos
Butterfly Tattoos
Butterfly Tattoos