Horse Tattoos and the legend of Kelpie
Just maybe, behind this awful mythological figure which is present in Scandinavian and Celtic cuture, there might be a vague connection with the famous Loch Ness Monster… The Kelpie is…
Tattoo Symbology
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Iconography, graphic, artwork and symbols in the tattoo art
The symbology of tattoo recounted in images and words: a return to the origins for a better understanding of the present, through the hidden symbolism of our most beloved subjects.
The countless meanings of rose tattoos
From passionate devotion to blind jealousy, but also honesty, energy, admiration and even deceit. There seems to be no end to the symbolic meanings of your floral tattoos! One of…
Lighthouses Tattoos and the oldest lighthouse in the world
The story of the Tower of Hercules in the port of La Coruña. It is said that from the top, the human eye can see a thousand kilometres… In case…
Swallows Tattoo: the legend
An old European legend explains why these birds have a snow-white breast. Now you know what it is you are getting for a tattoo… Once upon a time – or…
The secrets of Peony Tattoos
Discover the secrets of a two-dimensional flower: what for the peoples of the Orient is a symbol of immortality is still seen in the West as something all too fleeting,…
Buddha Tattoos: meditate with the teachings
Some practical tips on how to get to the sacred places of Buddhism scattered around Japan and India. To plan a holiday based on the theme of meditation. Meditating in…
Zombies Tattoos: the legend and the symbology
Well-known mythical creatures mentioned in the Afro-American religion of Voodoo, the Living Dead have always been beloved of horror-style tattoo fans. The legend of the zombie originates in the enchanting…
The symbology of Shark Tattoos
Here’s why, whenever we get a tattoo of such a noble and dangerous creature, we should bear in mind the lessons of the Maori, Celts and Hindu peoples… For the…
Wolf Tattoos and the magical powers
The Nunamiut remain the world’s largest connoisseurs of this wild breed. Let’s find out more about a subject always in demand with tattoo lovers. For the Native Americans the wolf…
Some tips before getting a rooster tattoo
Well-bred, proud and decked out in bright colours, the rooster seems made to be transformed into a work of skin art… The domestic rooster is an animal which is to…
Crysanthemum Tattoos: Symbol of Life
Wrongly believed in Italian culture to be a symbol of mourning, this “golden flower” is actually the ultimate symbol of life and splendour. Let’s find out all about it… The…
Raven Tattoos: the symbolism
Beloved subjects for both Black and Gray and Traditional styles (but not only!), ravens represent wisdom and are the proud owners of beautiful dark feathers, that once were white… Ravens…
Pyramid Tattoos: the fulcrum of symbolism
Some see pyramids as altars raised to the gods, others as homes to the dead or even astronomical instruments… A flame toward the sky Pyramids are surrounded by an intricate…
Foxes Tattoos: wisdom or seduction?
Eternal symbols of cunning and shrewdness, tattoos of the fox have always been seen as a symbol of sexual potency, but also a sort of precious lesson in life… Wisdom…
Vampire Tattoos: a Dark Symbology
Lords of darkness, bloodsuckers or monsters of folklore? Legend or reality? We have dusted them off for you about a subject very popular with tattoo artists… Firs character created by…
Gorilla Tattoos: behind the Symbology
The gorilla is the master of the jungle and a noble creature, but also a “fetish animal” for hundreds of tattoos in all styles from all around the world. Beast…
Mermaid Tattoos: the Magnificent Symbology
If you are planning on getting a mermaid tattoo any time soon, you might just discover some of the mystical energies connected with these legendary figures The origin of the…
Sun Tattoos: the Force of Total Perfection
When we decide to tattoo a symbol of this kind on our skin, we are not only choosing an astronomical phenomenon but a primeval force of total perfection… Some physics…
The symbology of the Scarab Beetle Tattoos
This is a particular kind of insect we want to talk about here. A legendary figure somewhere between the dung heap and the stars. Guided by light The scarab beetle…
The dollar bill $ymbology
What you are about to read here is the story of the most famous currency in the world. So famous to have become a very requested tattoo subject… Beyond the…
The Symbolism behind Horseshoe Tattoos
A traditional good luck charm which has spread the world over and become the subject of countless tattoos, this the real story of ingenious tool… Back to Medieval Times The…
Statue of Liberty Tattoos: Ink and Secrets
Let’s talk about a true symbol of universal brotherhood which tattoo lovers increasingly choose to immortalise on their skin. Inaugurated finally in 1886… A very creative dinner It all began…
Rabbits Tattoo: A lot more than just Easter
The ultimate good luck charm (the famous foot) and a symbol of unbridled sexuality, the cult of the rabbit has flourished for millennia in cultures the world over. From Ancient…
The symbology behind Crocodiles Tattoos
The myth of the crocodile slithers between the unconscious and the contradictions of the human soul: a real creature of intrigue and mystery… Making their first appearance 90 million years…