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Scorpio Tattoos

The Scorpio tattoo is representative of the eighth astrological sign of the Zodiac, Scorpio the scorpion. If you were born between October 23 to November 22 then this is your astrological sign. It is associated with the constellation Scorpius and the classical element Water, making it a Water sign. Being 8th house of natural zodiac, Scorpio is associated with regeneration, occult studies, hidden issues, mysticism, death and sex. In combination with the other elements, water feels that fire will make it boil, air will evaporate it, but earth will shape and channel it. As a fixed sign, it is associated with focus, individuality and determination. A Scorpio tattoo is representative of the personality traits associated with the sign. The positive traits are determination, drive, passion and personal magnetism. Scorpio is also the symbol of sex and Scorpios are passionate lovers, the most sensually energetic of all the signs. For them, union with the beloved is a sacrament, an "outward and visible sign of an inward and spiritual grace. But, there are also negatives associated with this sign. These include jealousy, compulsion, obsessive behavior and obstination. Regardless of the positives or negatives associated with this sign, if your a Scorpio then you should proudly bear the Scorpio tattoo as your own.

 
Scorpio Tattoos

The scorpio tattoos are some of the most popular among those of the astrological signs. Probably because a scorpion is so damn cool looking. And this one is cool looking too. Just enough detail to make it look somewhat realistic and when the swelling on this tattoo goes down it’s just going to look that much better.
 
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Hip Tattoos

When your considering the location for your next tattoo you have your entire body as a choice. Some people prefer tattoos on their arms and wrist, while other may prefer back or abdomen pieces. But, a perfect location for your next work of art maybe on your hip. Yes, a hip tattoo is not only a cool place for a tattoo but it’s also very easily concealed. Take the hip tattoo in the photograph. It’s a cherry blossom tree that starts out at the hips and moves to just underneath the armpit. As you can see, the area is very sensual for obvious reasons and can be a great place for a tattoo. One other thing to watch out for is the tattoo after care. Since the hip bone is in a place where pants will often rub special precaution needs to take place to avoid excessive wear on the area after you have gotten the tattoo ink done. It can take longer to heal due to this friction and the amount of movement in the area. But, that really shouldn’t be a deterrent to getting your hip tattoo. When executed well and properly cared for it can be a wonderful addition to your body artwork.

 
Hip Tattoos

I like hip tattoos on girls because they can be very sexy and I think this one is. It’s only some little stars, around a bigger star, but it’s still looks nice and there is always something special an mystical about stars. There’s not particularly clever artwork or anything like that here. With hip tattoos like this it’s the simplicity of it that makes it nice.
 
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Shooting Star Tattoos

Over the last dozen or so years shooting star tattoos seem to have become a more and more popular form of tattoo. Obviously, there are many different variations of shooting star tattoos. They can be easily incorporated into different tattoo styles and are usually tattooed on the arms, shoulders, ankles or abdomen. A lot of people seem to be getting shooting star tattoos because it expresses their inner desire to be a star themselves. Perhaps it is the pop culture of today that feeds into this desire, but whatever it is, it is certainly getting a lot more people to get shooting star style tattoos.

Shooting star tattoos can also symbolize a brief moment in ones life just like the brief wonder one gets when witnessing a shooting star as it races across the night sky. They are also thought to be a symbol of reaching ones ultimate destiny, though I cannot be sure where that thinking comes from. In short, I am not certain that there is a single meaning to shooting star tattoos. With this particular design, much more than others, I have found that most people who get them simply think they look cool and threaten no one, so why not get one. Why not, indeed.

 
Shooting Star Tattoos

There are many variations of shooting star tattoos and some of them are simpler than others. This is one of those rather simple ones, but it gets the point across just the same. It’s pretty easy to tell what it is as soon as you see it and for me that’s a big part of having a good tattoo. Although some people don’t care what other people see, and that’s cool too.
 
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Bird Tattoo

Bird tattoos are all around us nowadays. You can see them on peoples shoulders, backs and even hands like the person in the picture. These birds are evidently either sparrows or swallows, bird tattoos which used to be sported only by those in nautical professions such as sea merchants or sailors. Another nautical bird tattoo is the bluebird. These three bird tattoos were used for good luck. The sparrows when placed on the hands, however speak of swiftness and is usually worn by UK street fighters. Other common bird tattoos are doves, which symbolize peace and ravens which symbolize death. I think that this particular tattoo would have been even more stunning with a dove underneath ‘Love’ and a raven underneath ‘death’. But, that would have been my personal choice. That’s the beauty of getting a beautiful bird tattoo. The designs can be used in any combination and the symbolism can vary from person to person. But, as far as beauty and character go there are few tattoos can beat a good bird design. And since the bird is a universal symbol all over the world, you can be sure that everyone will appreciate a well done one.

 
Bird Tattoo

This bird tattoo has a bit of fantasy in it. It seems to have the tail feathers of something like a peacock but the rest of the bird seems to be a bird of prey. Some sort of hawk I would say. One that is always ready to swoop down and snatch up whatever it wants to eat at any given moment. Birds of prey are well known for their hunting prowess.
 
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Chinese Tattoo

These great tattoos are much more than what some people call word tattoos. They are the famous chinese tattoo, they can stand for a phrase, or just a word. The chinese have always been a very superstitious people, and now days that superstition still exists in many parts of the country. The chinese tattoo use to be only for the powerful and elite, but not anymore. There are so many people in the beautiful country of China that use the great chinese tattoo to adorn their bodies with, you would be amazed at the thousands and thousands you will see as you walk the streets of any city in China.

You can design some of the neatest tattoos you will ever see using many aspects from the chinese tattoo. Lots of people have no clue what some tattoos stand for or the meaning behind them. They choose to include it in their tattoo because of it’s beauty, mysterious may it be. If you are looking at getting a new chinese tattoo, I advise you to study up on what the meanings are, and then really think about adding some beautiful patterns and colors to it, it will make it your own without even trying.

 
Chinese Tattoo

The chinese tattoo on the back of this persons neck could stand for anything. Unless you can read chinese, you’re just not going to know. And of course because of where this tattoo is placed, very few people are ever really going to see it because it’s going to be covered by hair most of the time. This is not the kind of tattoo you get to show off.
 
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Nautical Star Tattoo

The nautical star tattoo is meant to represent the famed north star which has guided sailors around the world for many hundreds of years. Even before any true navigational instruments were available. It can also be meant to stand for something that is steadfast and does not change or waver in any way.

 
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Heart Tattoos

The majority of heart tattoos tend to represent love or sometimes even passion.. But there are other meanings that a person can ascribe to a heart tattoo. Each heart tattoo will mean something different to each and every person but here are a few common symbolic threads that run across the heart tattoo genre. Broken heart tattoos mean the loss of a loved one, rejected love, or a failed relationship, while a bleeding heart represents lost love. Heart tattoos that have an object through them, such as a sword or arrow stands for the sting of true love. A heart pierced with a single dagger, however, means bravery and courage under fire. It’s usually the favored design by soldiers. The heart tattoo in the picture is a tribute to a loved one. It’s common for the heart design to be used in this way. But, if you look closely at the design you’ll notice one singular detail. The loved one represented by this design is probably a dog!! See the paw print next to the name. So, as you can see, the loved one doesn’t have to be a lover. It can be a sibling, a friend or a family pet. It’s up to your imagination to find the use for this very traditional symbol of love and affection.

 
Heart Tattoos

Heart tattoos can be very serious and even very funny. They can be pronouncing a persons love for another or representing a crushed heart. Take a look at these heart tattoos and you will see many of them in both of these categories. Also several that are very neutral. Affairs of the heart are usually a very private and important thing so choose wisely.
 
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Tattoo Fonts

There are of course thousands of tattoo fonts available out there. These are just a sample of some of those fonts one can choose from for their tattoo. And they are some of the more creative ones. One’s made of cans, others made of animal foot prints and still others made up of all sorts of things. But all that really matters in the end is that you get the tattoo fonts that make you happy.

 
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Frog Tattoos

In different cultures the frog tattoo symbolizes different things. In Western cultures in the past it has been associated with all things unpleasant, such as witches and the devil, plagues and disease. It has also shown up in folk lore as the product of evil spells, as in handsome princes being transformed into the ugliest of frogs. But, the frog has eventually gone on to become a positive symbol in these cultures. Frogs in gardens are considered good luck and many people put frog tattoos on their skin for that very same reason. Besides good luck, frog tattoos are also symbols of metamorphosis, regeneration and new directions in life. In ancient Egypt, the frog was the symbol of life and prosperity and protector of the soul as it made it’s journey to the afterlife. As such, they were often embalmed and placed in the tombs of royalty. And in China, frogs were often honored by having their own temples built. And even today, frogs are revered in China. A frog with a coin in its mouth is still placed in Chinese homes as a symbol of prosperity. So, what better way to adorn your body with the symbols of prosperity, luck and positive change then to get inked with a frog tattoo.

 
Frog Tattoos

Here’s somebody who decided to get a green and red tree frog put onto their leg. I’m not really sure how popular frog tattoos are but this on certainly seems harmless enough. I’m not sure what kind of statement it makes. Does it mean that this person is a little froggy, or perhaps jumpy or can it be that they just like frogs. Your guess is as good as mine.
 
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Praying Hands Tattoos

A lot of people opt to get praying hands tattoos on their body and a lot of times it’s the first tattoo they ever got. I think that is mostly because it is motivated by suffering a great loss or something like that and the need to pay tribute to that loss, whatever it may have been, makes for an easy motivation to get that first tattoo. And of course some people choose to make theirs very visible and some do not. This guy appears to have his very large praying hands tattoo right in the center of his back, so unless he walks around a lot without a shirt on, chances are most people he works with and socializes with have never seen it. That would mean it is a very private thing between him and his God and he does not care if anyone else sees it.

Getting praying hands tattoos is just as difficult as getting any other. The decision part that is. One still has to realize that they will probably have the tattoo for life so it better be something they will never regret, because it won’t mater if you do regret it. You still have to live with it. That being said, the praying hands tattoos are growing in popularity.

 
Praying Hands Tattoos

Religious tattoos are, of course, very common around the world. And it only follows that praying hands tattoos would follow suit. In this case it is praying hands that are are holding a rosary, meaning this is meant to be a catholic at prayer. The artwork here is nothing to write home about but it is good enough to get the point across.
 
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