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A Quick Interview with Jay Han – Tattoo Artist from South Korea


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Recently we interacted with Jay Han, who is an experienced tattoo artist from South Korea. He has 9+ years of experience and he mainly work with black and gray, oriental style, brush strokes, and fine lines. We asked him few questions, let’s look at his responses.

1. What inspired you to become a tattoo artist and when did you started it as a career?

I graduated from Arts High School and Art University. My major was Oriental painting. And after graduating from college, I worked other jobs besides painting for three years. Meanwhile, I wanted to go back to painting-related work. I have been interested in tattoos for a long time, and I thought my drawing experience and drawing style would go well with tattoos, so I started tattooing when I was 30, and now I have 9 years of tattoo experience.

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2. How many tattoos do you have on your body and what’s your favorite one?

I have about 10 tattoos, including the inner and outer forearms of my right arm and left arm, the triceps of my right shoulder, the linework on my right stomach on my right chest, the Chicano lettering on my ankles, etc. My favorite tattoo was originally the one on my forearm of my left arm. Most of my tattoos are portrait tattoos. However, I recently got small train character tattoos for my two sons. That’s my favorite tattoo right now.

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3. Which is your favourite client tattoo, what was the story behind it and how much time it took?

I actually like all of clients who love , like , got from my drawing style and all the tattoos I . However, the client that I remember the most was the one who got a black and gray tattoo instead of my style drawing. The client had a keloid scar on his chest. The scar was the client’s trauma, and the doctors were unable to treat the scar. He said he was going to cover the scar with a tattoo, so we had a lot of design meetings and worked on it 4-5 times for at least 8 hours each. He was very satisfied after the work was completed and said he had overcome the trauma and found a new life.

It meant so much to me. Korea is a country where tattoos are illegal. The reason is that doctors are preventing tattoos from becoming legal due to medical law reasons. I am not a doctor. I’m a tattoo artist. Sometimes our job involves not only engraving drawings or writing on a client’s skin, but also treating the client’s psychology or covering up wounds. Thanks to this client, I realized how valuable the work I do is.

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4. What do you do in your free time when not tattooing people?

I spend my time painting, doing marketing, and working in the shop. Other than that, all I do is spend time with my family.

5. Why do you think people get a tattoo, even though it’s a painful process?

For some clients it’s swag, for some it’s to relieve stress, for some it gives it great meaning, and for some it’s for healing the mind, overcoming trauma, covering scars, etc. The reasons are very diverse. But the biggest reason is that those clients love tattoos and trust the tattoo artist who does them.

6. Who is your favourite tattoo artist?

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7. What are different styles of tattoos do you make?

I prefer oriental painting style tattoos. And I’m doing a collaboration between brush strokes and black and gray.
I’m trying out different styles. Because I don’t think my style is complete yet.

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8. Where do you see the future of Tattoos?

I think the future of the tattoo industry is very good. I think that now is actually a period of transition, stagnation, and stagnation. The tattoo industry has changed dramatically recently. But I think the tattoo industry will improve again over time. Because we are artists, and what we do is a job that AI cannot handle. I think that if tattoo artists are honest and do their best at what they do, the future is very bright.

9. Where do you see yourself in next 5 years?

As you get older, your eyesight will get worse, right? Haha, if I’m thinking about a bright future, I think I’ll be doing my own style of tattooing and working.  happily in a good place with my family.

10. If you get a choice, which celebrity would you like to Tattoo and any specific design?

I’m not very interested in celebrities, so it’s hard to choose someone. However, I would like to do my own style of tattoo for some of my favorite tattoo artists mentioned above. I hope to become a tattoo artist recognized by tattoo artists.

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11. Please share your social handles and how to reach out to get a tattoo?

INKED’s Father’s Day Gift Guide


Father’s Day is right around the corner, and let’s be honest, dads can be hard to shop for – but we’ve rounded up some awesome ideas that are guaranteed to make you the favorite. Forget the lame ties and “No. 1 Dad” mugs this time around – these gifts will make him feel appreciated, understood, and stylish.

HighLife Pomades

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Give Daddy-O the gift of great hair this Father’s Day with a @highlifepomades gift box. The set features three of our best coconut-scented pomades (light, medium and heavy hold) and includes a limited-edition foldable styling comb; as well as sample packets from HighLife Pomade’s fan-fave Voodoo line. Formulated to strengthen and rejuvenate the hair from the root, these pomades are made with Jojoba Oil, Avocado Oil, Emu Oil, or Tea Tree Oil and will let you sculpt, spike, slick and shine until the cows come home. Made in the USA.

Forged Blade

Treat dad to the ultimate kitchen upgrade this Father’s Day with Forged Blade’s 5-Piece Damascus Steel Chef Knife Set. Each knife boasts a stunning Damascus steel blade, known for its strength, sharpness, and durability. Plus, the beautiful swirling pattern echoes the artistry of tattoo designs, making each knife a unique work of art. Whether he’s a professional chef or a home cook, we guarantee these knives will be his new favorite tool in the kitchen. Use code “INKED” to get $50 OFF any Forged Blade knife set until June 16, 2024.

Wicked Steel

This handmade Maltese Cross Wallet Chain from Wicked Steel is the badass accessory your dad needs! It is made up of a series of alternating strong Maltese Cross and smooth links, providing a unique and eye-catching design. 

Snap hooks on the ends of the chain also feature Maltese Crosses.

This Maltese Cross Wallet Chain weighs 1/2 a pound and is 27″ long and 1″ wide, and comes in Silver or Gunmetal.

With its strong construction and intricate detailing, this Maltese Cross Wallet Chain makes a statement and adds a touch of edginess to any outfit.

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RecoverINK

RecoverINK is a breakthrough lotion specially formulated for tattoo aftercare. Made with All in One™, a potent extract from Aloe Vera stem cells, it expedites healing and reduces inflammation after new tattoos, while hydrating and restoring the glow of old ink. This advanced formula is easy to apply, leaving your skin silky and moisturized while nourishing your art. Their lotion is cruelty-free, vegan, colorant-free and fragrance-free.

RokFit

Coolest tees for a Father’s Day gift with options to match any personality. Premium graphic tees for the bold. Crafted from the ground up, RokFit’s tees are more than just fabric, they’re an attitude. Elevate your mindset & style with the featured ‘SINK OR SWIM’ premium, heavy weight tee. A reminder to embrace resilience, take risks, and rise above adversity. Wear it proudly as a symbol of your unwavering determination to navigate the currents and emerge stronger. Check out their full collection at http://www.rokfit.com.

Clocks and Colours

Clocks and Colours was born on the North American Frontier — a wild place, untamed and alluring. Their collections draw on images of this powerful landscape and the rugged back roads that cut through it. The resulting pieces are downright defiant and look best gripping tight on the throttle.

Each sterling silver ring, pendant and bracelet is hand-carved by master silversmiths. With the quality to survive bar fights and uncontrolled skids, each piece is a statement that you are just as untameable as the boondocks and badlands you hail from.

Lugz

Looking to add a rugged edge to your look? Look no further than the Lugz Drifter Ripstop boot. A tried-and-true Lugz classic, where style meets comfort for your natural day to day. Featuring a mixed material upper, padded insole, adjustable lace locks, breathable collar liner and rugged outsole. Lace up your pair today with this sleek all-black tonal colorway with platinum hardware that is sure to be a mainstay in your everyday wear.



Yoshi Tattooer – InkedMag


His passion for art ignited at the young age of six, making art an integral part of his life. Initially hesitant about tattooing, Yoshi overcame his fears after his parents’ passing, finding courage in necessity. Self-taught and driven, he developed his unique engraving and line weight style over 11 years, drawing inspiration from medieval books and his early manga drawings.

1) Can you introduce yourself and tell us a little about who you are?
I am Yoshi, I was born in Japan and grew up in Korea. I am half Korean and half

2) Can you introduce yourself and tell us a little about who you are?
I am Yoshi, I was born in Japan and grew up in Korea. I am half Korean and half Japanese.

3) When did you first become interested in art?
I’ve been drawing since I was 6 years old. Art is a part of my life.

4) What made you want to become a tattooer?
I wanted to become a tattoo artist, but I was afraid of messing with people’s bodies. After My parents passed away. I needed money to keep my life. I didn’t have enough money for keep my study. so, I dropped out of university and started tattooing. Money makes me brave.

5) How did you start tattooing? Did you have an apprenticeship?
I learn by myself.

6) How would you describe your signature style? How long did it take you to find this style?
Engraving style, Line weight style. It’s been about 11 years. It was a long journey.

7) How do you find your references?
From many things, especially old medieval books!

8) How did you come to find your current style?
When I was a kid, I wanted to be a manga artist, so I drew a lot of manga pen drawings. I studied fine art at university, where I developed skills for creating engraving styles. However, in 2011, there were no fine line tools or pen-type machines like there are today. I learned the traditional Japanese style and started for the first time. After finding fine line needles and pen-type machines, I didn’t try fine line work because older tattoo artists told me, “Fine line is not a tattoo. It is permanent makeup.”Fast forward to two years ago, when my client wanted a fine line tattoo. I tried using 01 RL and 03RL needles, and it was so fun! I switched to engraving styles two years ago. Since childhood, I have drawn many eyes. One day, I thought it would look cool if I could create eye drawings using just line weight, and it worked!

9) What are the most difficult aspects in black and grey fine lines?
For me, it is not about tattooing. The most difficult thing is the ‘creativity’. All Custom artists can agree.

10) Can you walk us through your design process?
I always write memos when an idea pops up, and search references on Pinterest or Google, and draw iPad procreate apps.

11) Do you work in any mediums other than tattooing?
My major was sculpture, I do wood sculpture and wax carving.

12) What do you think you’d be doing if you weren’t a tattoo artist?
I am really interested in Architecture. My Japanese family business is Construction, I had an opportunity to do that. Or a Doctor.

13) What is one thing you want to change about the tattoo industry?
It’s not about the tattoo industry, but in Korea and even Japan tattoos are illegal now. It’s complicate between legal and illegal. I really want to be legal.

14) Where do you see your art going in the future?
I want to be an art brand. Making my art fancy products and selling them to people.

 

 



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50+ Geometric Elephant Tattoos Designs With Meanings (2024)


You might get surprised to know that elephant tattoos are one of the most popular tattoo designs. The elephant is the largest land mammal. Not only this but they are also the longest surviving mammals in history. They carry a lot of wisdom with them. They are known to stick together in packs and take good care of each other.

Elephants are revered for their immense physical strength and resilience, making their tattoos symbolic of inner fortitude, perseverance, and the ability to overcome life’s challenges.

In many cultures, elephants are believed to bring good fortune and prosperity, making their tattoos a popular choice for those seeking to attract abundance and success.

There are multiple reasons to try an elephant tattoo design. Here we have shortened our list to 50 most meaningful elephant tattoos that can be tried by both men and women.

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1. Elephants are wise animals. A tattoo like this would suggest that you have seen the world and you are disappointed in where the society is heading to. These majestic creatures hold deep significance across various cultures, making elephant tattoos a powerful representation of strength, wisdom, and good luck.


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2. Elephants play a vital role in Indian mythology. If you are attracted to Indian mythology then try Indian elephant tattoo. This will represent that you are a royal person with royal taste.


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3. A paper elephant tattoo is a unique idea due to its deep meaning. If it’s simple design then it will represent that you might look weak physically but mentally you are a strong and stable person. An origami elephant like this will show that you are an artist too.


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4. Elephant are nature loving mammals. Therefore an elephant and flower tattoo would represent your love for nature and environment. Incorporating floral elements such as lotus flowers or cherry blossoms can add a touch of femininity and grace to the elephant tattoo design.


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5. This elephant butterfly combo tattoo is very unique and interesting. It shows that you stand on your principles like an elephant but stay away from past like a butterfly.

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6. Elephant lives a long life. An old elephant design can hold multiple meanings but most importantly it can be tried as a memorial tattoo. You can dedicate it to your parents.


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7. As elephant live in families so it is a really good and meaningful family tattoo idea. Try a design similar to this. Elephants are known for their strong familial bonds and loyal natures, making their tattoos a representation of the importance of family, friendship, and loyalty.


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8. Here is another unique design. In 2016 Disney movie The Jungle Book, Bagheera said that it was elephants who gave life to jungles. This tattoo clearly shows that how friendly and beautiful elephants are.


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9. A geometric elephant tattoo will suit girls. You can try it in a simple way or you can give touch of watercolour design like this.


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10. Elephants were considered good omen in many cultures. They were royalty in medieval ages. You can try a royal elephant tattoo to indicate the same. Do you know that gestation period of elephant is 22 months.


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11. Elephant are huge in size. So trying a small elephant tattoo and that too behind the ear will be a unique idea.


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12. Elephant take care of baby elephants (calf). A son can dedicate a similar tattoo to their father to indicate that his father showed him the way in life. A heartwarming depiction of an elephant mother and her calf can symbolize maternal love, nurturing, and the unbreakable bond between parent and child.


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13. A realistic elephant tattoo will always look majestic. So if you chose one then go for African elephant.


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14. Tiny elephant tattoos look so adorable that you can not ignore them. They can be tried by people who have blue collar jobs and want a tiny tattoo that can be easily hidden.


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15. Elephant love swimming and playing in water bodies. If you to love this then try this design.


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16. You can go for traditional elephant tattoo design. It doesn’t have to be in large size. A minimal design like this will do good.


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17. Ankle is a good place to try an elephant tattoo. This will suit athletes who have strong legs.


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18. Elephant head tattoo will also represent a deep meaning. It can represent your deep faith in lord ganesha.


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19. This Is native American representation of an elephant tattoo. You can try this if you have native American roots.


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20. Isn’t it majestic? A walking elephant tattoo. This can be easily tried as a cover up tattoo.


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21. A tribal elephant tattoo is also a great idea but my recommendation would be to try it on chest or back. It will great on these body parts. Incorporating tribal patterns and symbols can add a touch of masculinity and cultural significance to the design.


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22. If you are a Hindu devotee then you should try Lord Ganesha tattoo. Many people believe that Lord Ganesha brings prosperity and good health.


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23. You can redo your elephant tattoo in watercolour style. Just give a unique watercolour background like this to your tattoo design.


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24. You can also try a unique watercolour elephant tattoo. I would suggest to use minimum colors so that the tattoo do not fade away easily.


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25. Here is an abstract elephant watercolor tattoo which will surely steal the looks for a short period of time. If you took good care of it then this tattoo will last longer.


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26. The trunk of the elephant holds a special meaning. It represents preservation and prosperity. So a longer trunk would imply that you believe in the ‘Money saved is Money Made’ quote.


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27. A popular combination often tried is mandala and elephant. This is because both represent mystic. Elephants are surviving since the Jurassic era, so you can imagine how old and wise these animals are.


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28. Showing green grass around your elephant tattoo is also a good idea. It will imply that you are a peace loving person.


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29. Elephants live in groups and they care for their family more than anything. If you are a caring mother or father then this elephant and calf tattoo suits best to you.


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30. OMG! This tattoo is simply marvelous. A huge tattoo of an elephant on the back like this would represent that you are not afraid to take big decisions in your life.


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31. You can add quote to your tattoo design but keep it short and meaningful like this – Omnia Vincit amor which translates to Love Conquers All.


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32. I have no idea why the artist added heart to this design but I guess if you just look at the elephants then you will find this tattoo really cool.


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33. Elephant outline tattoo might not look so great this is because the looks of outline tattoo depend on placement. You have to choose body parts that are less visible to sunlight.


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34. One tooth elephant tattoo will send a special message. It will convey that you are against elephant poaching and believe that they need to be protected.


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35. You can also try Japanese style elephant tattoos. For example this design is inspired from Japanese tattoo art. A depiction of an elephant with a warrior rider can symbolize strength, courage, and the ability to overcome adversity.


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36. If you opt for a small elephant tattoo then it is not necessary to try it on arms. They will look equally good on back or rib cage too.


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37. You can notice the scars on this elephant calf. These represents the battles this elephant has fought but yet he is standing high.


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38. Here is another great idea for tiny elephant head tattoo. Try them on fingers and you will get a lot of compliments from your friends.


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39. Here is an elephant family tattoo. This design will suit those siblings who are looking for matching tattoos.


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40. This tiny neo traditional elephant tattoo is one of the most adorable tattoo that I have ever seen. It will look great if aligned perfectly and inked on wrist.


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41. Rib cage is one perfect place where you can try a small or medium size elephant tattoo.


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42. Elephant tattoos on thighs are rarely tried but in my opinion they will look great on girls.


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43. If you have huge biceps then do not be afraid to try a large size elephant head tattoo on them. The tattoo will represent strength.


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44. A geometrical elephant tattoo will look great if it is done in outline only style likes this.


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45. A walking elephant tattoo will also give a special message. It will convey that no matter what comes in your way you will keep walking to your destination.


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46. Another majestic neo-traditional elephant abstract tattoo. These tattoos will last long and look much better.


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47. You can add trees along with your elephant design. if you want an idea for it then I would suggest to go for cherry blossom tree.


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48. Blackwork tattoos always look great. Try an elephant blackwork tattoo and you will not regret it.


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49. Each one has their own taste in abstract art. Some will find this elephant abstract tattoo impressive.


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50. An outline and watercolour tattoo is a unique combination. Try elephant version and you might fall in love with it.


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50+ Simple Nautical Tattoos Ideas for Guys (2024)


Nautical tattoo ideas have been popular for centuries, symbolizing adventure, travel, and the mysteries of the sea. These tattoos are deeply rooted in maritime traditions and hold significant meaning for those who choose to adorn their bodies with such designs.

Nautical tattoos are not just popular among sailors and navy men but also popular among boys and girls who admire sea life. Most guys opt for simple or small nautical tattoos but trust me a traditional or a large size nautical tattoo will look brilliant on the sleeve.

There are many different designs among nautical tattoos and each design holds a unique meaning. Here we show you the 50 best nautical tattoos with meaning behind each tattoo –

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A nautical tattoo generally symbolizes various maritime themes such as adventure, guidance, and protection. Each nautical tattoo design carries its own unique meaning, reflecting the wearer’s connection to the sea.

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1. Many people look for nautical half sleeve tattoos. One very good design is to include almost all important navigation tools such as a compass, a world map and an anchor like this.


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2. The artist cleverly inked this nautical tattoo design on chest. The artist showed a ship wheel along with a ship and sea waves in such a brilliant way.


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3. Instead of trying any new nautical tattoo you can always opt for old school or traditional nautical tattoos. Here is a traditional ship wheel tattoo design along with a quote and a landscape in the background.


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4. Another cool nautical tattoo idea would be to opt for a traditional or old school compass tattoo design which is inspired from the nautical compasses of the Victorian era.


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5. You must choose the size of your nautical tattoo wisely. If you are trying for a large size nautical tattoo then it will look good on the chest or back.

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6. Most people and artist ignore lighthouse in nautical tattoos but believe me they are very meaningful in such tattoos. You can try a lighthouse tattoo shining in a sea storm and it will represent hope.


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7. Choosing just one pattern or design for nautical sleeve tattoos is really difficult. What you can do is opt for a compass or anchor tattoo in large size and get it inked over a sea tattoo background.


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8. Instead of showing a stormy tattoo design you can try a tattoo that gives positivity. Go for a calm and peaceful nautical tattoo that shows a ship sailing in a calm sea.


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9. Nautical tattoos don’t have to be limited to ships and sailors. Let’s not forget that the sea is also sailed by pirates. You can try a unique pirate tattoo design like this.


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10. Or you can try a marine animal tattoo. Usually, people try shark tattoos but why not try a mystic sea animal tattoo such as a large squid tattoo or an octopus tattoo design. You can also use terms and words from glossary of ship man.

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11. You can give a realistic look to your compass tattoo design by trying it in a neo-tribal style. Here the artist tattooed the compass tattoo on the wrist of this guy using solid black ink and made it look like a wristwatch.


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12. As I said lighthouse tattoos give positivity and hope so if you are trying for a good nautical tattoo then there would be no better design than a lighthouse tattoo.


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13. If you want a nautical bird tattoo design then try a swallow tattoo. Swallows are known for their distinct quality of returning home no matter what. This is very meaningful for a sailor.


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14. Nautical tattoos can be a really good cover up tattoos. You can show a stormy sea along with a mythical creature that is attacking a ship and killing the people.


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15. I don’t know why the artist added a spider web in this nautical tattoo design but I think lighthouse tattoos can make a really good sleeve tattoo. See it yourself.


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16. Many people opt for feminine tattoos and a very good girly nautical tattoo would be the mermaid tattoo design. Try an animated mermaid tattoo or a sea siren tattoo.


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17. Nautical tattoos can be made even better with an inspiring or motivational quote. For example this average anchor tattoo design is made special with the ‘Sink or Swim’ quote.


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18. One thing that sailors miss on the sail is family and beloved ones. You can get the name of your beloved one inked on an anchor tattoo which will represent that they are your strength.


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19. This nautical lighthouse tattoo seems to be inspired from the world war 2 days. This is the reason why the artist added fighter jets to it.


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20. Another popular nautical tattoo design is the nautical star tattoo. In old days of sailing, sailor depended on stars for navigation and there for nautical star tattoos are very meaningful.


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21. A Genius tattoo artist can come up with a brilliant tattoo design where everything is shown in one big tattoo. Such as here is a mix up tattoo that shows an anchor, a lighthouse and a ship wheel along with ropes.


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22. An interesting part to have nautical tattoos is fingers. You should try nautical knuckle tattoos where various nautical tattoos are inked on fingers like this.


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23. The hand is an ideal part to have nautical tattoos as it can easily be linked with either a compass tattoo or a ship wheel tattoo. The choice is yours and you can make it even better with a 4 letter word tattooed on knuckles.


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24. One unique nautical tattoo idea would be to get tattooed with your favorite sea animal and that too wearing a sailor uniform or how about a Pirate uniform?


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25. If you are a fan of Pirates of the Caribbean movie series then you might have seen various skull references in the movie. You can opt-in for a pirate or a sailor skull tattoo design like this.


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26. If you are opt-in for a nautical sleeve tattoo design then you will surely be advised for a design that includes everything related to sailing. I would recommend you to have the ship tattoo on inner bicep in such designs as it will perfectly suit.


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27. A Cool combination for nautical tattoos would be to try some part of the tattoo with neo-tribal tattoo art and another part with just outlines just like this.


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28. If you wish to have a deeply meaningful tattoo design then you can try a ship on fire nautical tattoo that will represent the difficulties you face in your life.


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29. If you wish to show that you have a strong attitude and are always prepared for tough situations then I would recommend you to try a ship tattoo design that has multiple sails in it.


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30. One really cool fact in this ship tattoo design is that the artist showed the rising sun just near the frontend of the ship. Also, the use of colors in this tattoo is perfect.


small nautical tattoos for guys

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31. You can have a full chest or full back nautical tattoos as it will give a huge space for large size tattoo designs. Here the artist perfectly utilized the space and showed a giant squid, a ship and a lighthouse in one tattoo design.


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32. People are more attracted to Victorian-era ship tattoo designs then modern ship tattoos. Here the artist also added a subtle mermaid tattoo design. Can you find it?


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33. One of the most popular novels in the world is Moby-Dick or The Whale. You can have a tattoo inspired by the novel which tells the tale of a sailor who is on the hunt of a Whale.


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34. Most artists focus only on ship wheel tattoo design but such tattoo will get even more meaningful if you add a captain’s hat to it. How about one inspired by Captain Jack Sparrow?


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35. I really liked the dot work on this compass tattoo design on the forearm of this guy but I do not understand the logic of 4222 kings on this tattoo.


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36. Whale tattoos have the popularity of their own. So why not try a huge whale tattoo design along with a ship tattoo or a lighthouse tattoo?


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37. People usually opt for black and grey octopus tattoo design but you can give try to a colorful giant octopus tattoo and can make it even better with an anchor tattoo design.


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38. The imagination of the tattoo artist ran wild in this tattoo design as the artist showed a bird attacking a giant octopus or probably a Kraken or a loch ness monster.


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39. Instead of opting for obvious nautical tattoos you can opt for offbeat tattoo design one that is inspired by animated movies or tv series. Here is a Popeye the sailor man tattoo design along with his lady love olive.


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40. A small boat tattoo design sailing in a violent sea storm is a cool idea. Get it tattooed on your hand you will feel proud to show it to the world.


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41. If you have a huge bicep then there is no better tattoo design a than a huge ship tattoo. You can try it either in black and grey style or in neo tribal tattoo art.


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42. One heart touching nautical tattoo idea would be to get tattooed with the map of your country and adding a compass to it where the pointer always points towards home.


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43. If you opt for nautical outline tattoo then make sure the tattoo design is easy to understand and there is no confusion at all. Most artists mix up outline tattoos thereby ruining them.


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44. This rope tattoo design alone will not be much meaningful but you can modify it by adding an anchor on the other end. It can be shown as if the rope is tied on the elbow and the anchor is hanging on the wrist.


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45. This small size nautical tattoo has many subtle tattoos in it. The artist showed a pirate skull along with a nautical star along with swallow bird.


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46. There are many paintings and drawings of popular ships on Pinterest, Tumblr and DeviantArt. You can use them for your tattoo design.


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47. Have you read the novel ’20 thousand leagues under the sea’ by Jules Verne? If yes then you would probably love this submarine tattoo design.


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48. Nautical star tattoos are usually not much detailed but trust me a detailed nautical star tattoo design will look much more attractive than small boat or ship tattoos.


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49. You can try an ancient whale tattoo design all you have to do is to pick up a giant whale that existed in ancient history. You can get it tattooed on inner bicep like this. The artist gave a double exposure to this tattoo by adding a traditional nautical sketch tattoo to it.


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50. This tattoo design on the calf of this boy is very interesting as the artist added a ship in a bottle and showed a giant squid holding it.


Nautical tattoos offer a timeless connection to the sea, embodying themes of adventure, guidance, and protection. Whether you’re drawn to the traditional anchor or the mystical mermaid, there’s a nautical tattoo idea that resonates with your journey. Which nautical tattoo design you liked the most from the above photo gallery?

Electrifying Classics – InkedMag


There’s something inherently magical about owning a classic car. The heritage, the curves, and the stale smell of used leather mixed with gasoline. These historical motor cars are a part of us: part-culture, part-car—graceful, beautiful, significant. However, we can likely agree combustion-led vehicles are gradually falling out of favor worldwide. As if to back this up, in 2023, the US electric vehicle market saw its best ever year of sales. It’s clear the wind is changing. But the classic car is nowhere near extinction.

Increasingly, collectors are turning to specialists that can electrify their beloved vehicles by replacing the engine with a battery and tastefully modernizing the interior. This isn’t purely about driving guilt-free. An electrified classic is future-proofed for years to come, and granted a new lease of life when the mileage counter gets reset to zero and the vintage interior is lovingly restored. Often, it’s a chance to add creative expression, becoming forever one with its owner from rebirth.

One such workshop beautifully restoring and electrifying classic cars is Lunaz Designs, based at the home of the British Grand Prix in Silverstone, England. Led by Founder David Lorenz, the 150-strong team is awash with knowledge—and includes Chief Technologist Jon Hilton, formerly the technical director (Engine Division) for Renault F1 during Fernando Alonso’s back-to-back world titles. Lunaz is perhaps one of the most sought-after teams in the UK for electric classic transformations, so much so that David Beckham recently invested in Lunaz and bought one of its electrified classics for his son. And it only works with hand-selected models, among them Jaguars, Range Rovers, Bentleys and the historic Rolls-Royce Phantom.

 

“I came to this pretty simple notion that there are over one billion vehicles on this planet,” David Lorenz says from Lunaz HQ at Silverstone Race Circuit. “At the time, we’d just heard about bans on ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicles being discussed. And I thought, what we can’t do is replace these vehicles with another four billion vehicles.

“So this idea of upcycling and electrifying, rather than replacing, just seemed to be such a logical answer. It was emotional, as well. My wife kept saying to me, “Please stop taking our daughter out because you’re going to break down.” And, of course, that happened one day. I realized that her generation wasn’t going to be able to drive what are the most beautiful objects in the world. So I had to come up with a way of preserving them. And that’s really why I started the company.”

Lunaz recently brought the legendary Aston Martin DB6 into its catalog, an extraordinary and rare pure-bred British icon the envy of many. Just as is the case with every restoration, the DB6 is painstakingly restored and electrified with great care over the course of 12 months, with no detail left to chance. “We brought all of these processes in-house, so we have total control and can do things the correct way to deliver that gold standard,” David explains. “You need a route to re-engineering it, packaging the powertrain, operating the brakes, the suspension, hiding modern conveniences—whether that’s Apple CarPlay hidden behind restored wooden veneer lids, modern air conditioning or hidden USB-C ports.” The car itself is actually stripped back to the bare metal and re-engineered for an electric future from scratch, inside and out.

“A Jaguar XK120 is an absolute blast to drive, obviously, under internal combustion power. Yet it’s also really fun under electric power, when you’ve had Formula One engineers go and set it up, package it properly and make sure that the weight distribution is correct. Every one of our cars, even when we know how to build them, still goes through a 3D CAD scanning process to get the weight distribution right down to the gram. That’s a very Formula One mindset.”

This process means that a car first made in the 1950s is going to be seen, driven and enjoyed by everyone else far more than it would in its original state. It’s essentially reborn, ready to hand down to generations all over again, along with the stories, road trips and rich history woven into the fabric of the car. But it’s also an opportunity to renew, adding your own creative flair to a modern classic. Lunaz provides a myriad of options to style with, while retaining a circular approach that includes using regenerative and sustainable materials, like carpets that are woven from reclaimed sea fishing nets.

“I think one of the real merits of bare metal restoration is you can build the car entirely in your own image, which is amazing,” David adds. “We have a team of designers from all sorts of different backgrounds—not just automotive but the aviation and marine world. They discover the aesthetics you like, the colorways, materials, the bespoke extras that might fascinate you. And they create the most incredible design scheme, which is a whole part of the journey. What’s really interesting is some customers want the original build sheet, and they want to take the thing back to the day it was born. We’re acting like an archaeologist or historian. And then others create something that is their chapter in the history of this lovely car.”

While the EV popularity contest continues in the market at large, Lunaz Designs is playing to an entirely different rulebook. These EVs are enviable, striking in their looks, adoring in character and need no persuasion. While switching to electric isn’t for everyone—although who knows if and when that hand will be forced upon us—the remastered classics coming out of Silverstone, England tend to make it feel a little more appealing, don’t you think? Is this going to be your daily driver? Perhaps not. But if you have the means, the patience, love and attention to invest in turning a part of history into a more sustainable alternative, the door is wide open. The age of the electrified classic is upon us

50+ Meaningful Anchor Tattoos For Men (2024)


Do you know what does anchor tattoos mean? There meaning is very simple yet very deep.

Traditionally, sailors used anchor tattoos to signify stability and hope, often getting inked after crossing the Atlantic Ocean. For many, the anchor represents a grounding force, something that keeps them steady amidst life’s storms.

Anchors are used to stopping a ship at one point against the strong tides and current of the ocean. Anchor tattoos thus represent strength, stability, and hope.

Anchor tattoos are not just popular among sailors and navy men but it has stepped out and became one of the most popular tattoo designs in the world.

Here are 50 meaningful black anchor tattoos that will suit both men and women –

Simple Anchor Compass Tattoos

A compass and anchor tattoo symbolizes direction and stability. The compass guides the way, while the anchor provides the foundation. This combination is ideal for individuals who value guidance and staying true to their path.

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1. The Alignment of black anchor tattoo can also give a lot of suggestion and hints. For example, this anchor tattoo on inner bicep of this guy is aligned downward suggesting that it could not handle the immense biceps of him.


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2. As I told that Anchor tattoo represents hope. If you try an anchor and rope tattoos design then it would represent that you believe your luck is in your own hand. The combination of an anchor and rope tattoo carries additional symbolism. The rope represents connection and support, while the anchor symbolizes stability. Together, they signify the importance of having a strong support system that keeps you grounded.


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3. 3D anchor tattoo might look incomplete alone so add other simple designs to it such as compass tattoo. Anchor tattoos have long been a popular choice among tattoo enthusiasts, symbolizing stability, strength, and a connection to the sea. The anchor tattoo meaning can vary widely, making it a versatile option for both men and women.


Anchor Foot TattoosAnchor Foot Tattoos

4. Many tattoo artists would agree with me that foot is the best place to get an anchor tattoo. They represent steadiness. So anchor foot tattoos would represent that you have more faith in your self.


Anchor Leg TattoosAnchor Leg Tattoos

5. If your foot is already occupied by another tattoo design or if you do not want to try the anchor tattoo on foot then go for anchor leg tattoos. Here is a beautiful combination of anchor and lighthouse.

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Anchor and Rose Tattoos

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6. To make the meaning of their anchor tattoos more complex many people like to add other designs to it. Such as here the man added a bald eagle and dog suggesting he loves his country and his dog.


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7. Anchor tattoos designs look so beautiful and cute on women. Look at this colorful anchor tattoo design and I am sure it will suit almost every lady in this world.


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8. Most women opt for anchor tattoos because anchor represents strength and calmness, the two things that we expect in all relationship. So a cool idea for anchor tattoo for girls would be to try the design with the word ‘Family’ tattooed on it.


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9. The meaning of anchor tattoos for guys does not change much. Most guys take anchor tattoos as a symbol of power that can hold the whole ship. So they like to try it on their biceps.


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10. Married men love to have name of their family members inked on their anchor tattoos especially if they are in navy. Do you know about the types of anchor and its uses?

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Navy Anchor Cross Tattoos

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11. If your husband or boyfriend is in navy then it would be great anchor tattoo idea to try them with some flowers along with name initials of your hubby.


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12. Most men who are navy prefer traditional anchor tattoo instead of modern designs. They like to add the swallow bird to their tattoo. Swallow bird has one quality – it always knows the way back home.


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13. If you want to show that you have seen hard days in your life yet you are strong then try black and white anchor tattoo on your body. It will represent that the anchor been used many times and faced many difficulties.


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14. While women like to try anchor tattoo on foot, men love to have an anchor tattoo on ankle. It is a unique place to try such tattoos.


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15. The chest is not so commonplace to try anchor tattoo design. However, if you have seen some wonderful things in the ocean then try the anchor tattoo with them. Such as this guy tried an anchor tattoo design along with a humpback whale suggesting he witnessed the glorious moment.


Old Anchor Tattoo

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16. If you want to try small and tiny anchor tattoo then try them on the neck. In such cases, the tattoos should not be larger than the ear lobes.


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17. If you try anchor tattoo on thigh then add some other design to it. I would prefer compass design with them.


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18. Anchor tattoo on the wrist will look even more meaningful if they are matching tattoos that you got with your sibling (brother or sister) or Significant Other (Wife or girlfriend).


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19. Anchor tattoo with flowers is the most commonly suggested tattoo idea to girls. It will look amazing on the rib cage and that too in large size.


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20. Anchor tattoos represent strength in a relationship. It will be amazing to have Anchor tattoos with names of your loved ones along with a beautiful quote like this.


Eagle Globe and Anchor Tattoo

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21. Most men and women love to have quote with their tattoos. Anchor tattoos with quotes will look meaningful only if the quote is inspirational and gives positivity like this.


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22. Another variation that could be tried with anchor tattoo is the anchor and wheel tattoos. It will suggest that you are master of your own life.


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23. Anchor tattoos are also great choices for best friends. If you have a best friend the try a matching anchor tattoo with him along with name initials.


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24. Here is a smart tattoo idea – Try a boat anchor tattoo where the boat is tattooed on the upper shoulder and the anchor tattoo is inked near the elbow or wrist.


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25. You can also try temporary anchor tattoos. I would suggest you to try pastel color anchor tattoos or watercolour anchor tattoo like this.


Twisted Anchor Tattoo

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26. A cool anchor tattoo idea would be to add a rope to your anchor but in the shape of your name initial. Such as this Man got the rope inked in the shape of ‘S’. Probably he is Superman.


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27. Many artists like to modify the anchor into crossed anchor tattoos. All one has to do is make the anchor look like a cross. Here the artist made a Celtic crossed anchor tattoo.


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28. Anchor tattoo can be really good memorial tattoos. Add the name and date to your anchor tattoo and it would suggest that your deceased loved one will always be in your heart.


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29. The Marine Corps emblem which features an eagle globe and anchor is one of the most popular tattoo design among sailors. It would look amazing on the full back.


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30. If you have kids then a wonderful family anchor tattoo idea would be to get their date of birth tattooed near the anchor suggesting that they are your two strong pillars.


Crown and Anchor Tattoo Ideas

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31. A Cool female anchor tattoo idea would be to add your date of birth in roman numerals to your tattoo design. But it should not be so large in size.


Forearm Anchor TattoosForearm Anchor Tattoos

32. Forearm anchor tattoo need to be medium to small in size. One modified version you can try is anchor and compass tattoo like this.


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33. Girls anchor tattoos can be made more meaningful by adding the name of their loved ones who are in the navy. Also adding a compass will suggest that they hope God will always guide them to home.


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34. A really cool girly anchor tattoo idea would be to make an anchor tattoo design using flower vines such as this.


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35. My favorite kind of anchor tattoo is those that use creativity. Such as this anchor tattoo seems to be pierced in the forearm.


Traditional Anchor Tattoo Designs

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36. I bet you will fall in love with such little anchor tattoos. They can easily be worn on fingers or even behind the ears.


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37. Usually, artists do not get creative with matching anchor tattoos. Here is a unique design where the artist added heart-shaped balloons to the anchor tattoo. What does it mean? It means that the relationship won’t be a burden but a joyful experience to share.


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38. One unique anchor tattoo idea would be to show a cracked earth surface in the background of anchor just like this.


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39. There are many quotes that can go with your anchor tattoo design. One of my favorites is ‘Sink or Swim’.


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40. You can try the old school anchor tattoo where a lot of focus was emphasized on the coloring of the tattoo design like this.


Anchor Tattoo Meaning

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41. If your anchor tattoo designs start fading away then recolor it with wateroclors and bring it back to life.


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42. The anchor tattoo design need not be large in size to leave an impact on viewers. Tiny and little anchor tattoos like this are also impressive.


Popeye Anchor TattoosPopeye Anchor Tattoos

43. Have you been a fan of Popeye the sailor man? The guy has huge anchor tattoo on both of his forearms and you can copy his style too.


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44. Opt for the neo-tribal tattoo art to get pretty anchor tattoos. This guy has one on his forearm.


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45. That might look painful but this is how realistic anchor tattoos are. You should try this design only if you are sure it will look good on you.


Female Anchor Tattoos

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46. Flower and anchor tattoo is a cool combination but you can vary the design by choosing a different type of flowers. I would recommend to either try rose or sunflower.


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47. Here is a crossed anchor tattoo that is simple and very beautiful.


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48. The quote below this anchor tattoo design is one of the best I have ever come across. If you try this then please use large size font.


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49. Here is another creative anchor tattoo design where the artist inked the anchor in such style that it looks carved out of the skin.


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50. Most traditional anchor tattoos will also include roses, rope and a crossed shape design.

Which Anchor tattoo from the above photo gallery you liked the most?

50+ Small Cat Tattoos Ideas with Meanings (2024)


There are multiple reasons why cat tattoos are so popular. First of all, a cat is one of the most loved pet in the world. A cat may not be as obedient as a dog but it is equally adorable. The meaning of cat tattoos varies from design to design. For example, an Egyptian cat tattoo would represent royalty and fortune while a feral cat tattoo would represent loneliness.

Many individuals choose cat tattoos as a way to symbolize specific traits or experiences. These designs often hold deep personal significance and can serve as a reminder of important life lessons or cherished memories.

Here we present you 50 adorable cute cat tattoo designs that both men and women can try –

Cheshire Cat Tattoos

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1. While I like small tattoos of cat but there is also a reason to admire big cat tattoos. They turn out very realistic and better.


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2. Many cultures consider black cat as bad omen but they are used to ward off evil spirits. Here is a black cat tattoo that is perfect for this.


Abstract Cat TattoosAbstract Cat Tattoos

3. Abstract tattoos always turn out beautiful. This abstract cat tattoo is surely one of the most beautiful tattoos you will see.


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4. You can try double exposure cat tattoos where the artist inks another tattoo inside a cat tattoo just like this.


Cat And Dog TattooCat And Dog Tattoo

5. This is the exact representation of cat and dog friendship. A big dog will always adopt a small cat but same size might fight with each other.

Maori Designs And Meanings


Black Cat Tattoos

Cat And Moon TattooCat And Moon Tattoo

6. Many cultures considered half-moon and black cat both as a sign of bad luck. Now, why would you like to try a cat and moon tattoo is up to you?


Cat Eyes TattooCat Eyes Tattoo

7. Cat eyes are pointed and really beautiful. A cat eye tattoo might scare off kids but otherwise, it would be a really attractive design. It will show your ever watching nature.


Cat Face TattooCat Face Tattoo

8. Instead of trying whole cat tattoo you can also opt for cat face tattoo that will require less space.


Cat Finger TattooCat Finger Tattoo

9. If you wish to have a tiny cat tattoo on finger then this is the best design for it.


Cat Heart TattooCat Heart Tattoo

10. For Me Cats are love. A Cat person would understand why this cat heart tattoo is so adorable and meaningful. I love cats more than dogs and I have many reasons to tell you why they make better pets.

Grim Reaper Ripping Outta Skin Tattoo


Egyptian Cat Tattoos

In ancient Egyptian culture, cats were revered as sacred animals associated with various deities. An Egyptian cat tattoo can symbolize grace, protection, and mysticism, making it a powerful choice for those drawn to these ancient beliefs.

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11. If you are a cat lady then one of the best placement that you can try is on the back like this.


Cat Lover TattoosCat Lover Tattoos

12. Cats are among the most loved pet in the world. If you are a cat lover too then try this cute tattoo design where the cat is shown in cute attire.


Cat Outline TattooCat Outline Tattoo

13. Unlike many other outline tattoos, the cat tattoos turn out way better and beautiful. Judge for yourself.


Cat Paw TattooCat Paw Tattoo

14. If you wish to try cat paw tattoos then try the design of both paws because just one paw will look incomplete.


Cat Portrait TattooCat Portrait Tattoo

15. A Cat portrait tattoo would be hard to do because cat won’t stay still. But you can get your favourite cat pic tattooed.


Cat Cartoon tattoos

Cat Semicolon TattooCat Semicolon Tattoo

16. Semicolon tattoos are meaningful because they signify that the wearer did not give up on life. If the cat was the reason for turning your life into a happy world then try this cat semicolon tattoo.


Cat Silhouette TattooCat Silhouette Tattoo

17. Silhouette tattoos are rarely tried but trust me they turn out awesome. Look at this cat silhouette tattoo which is amazingly beautiful. A cat silhouette tattoo is a classic and timeless design. This cat tattoo captures the essence of a cat’s graceful and mysterious nature. Cat silhouette tattoos can be small and simple or larger and more detailed, depending on your preference.


Cat Skeleton TattooCat Skeleton Tattoo

18. I don’t know why anyone would want a cat skeleton tattoo but if you still wish for it then here is a design.


Cat Skull TattooCat Skull Tattoo

19. Cat skull tattoos are meaningful as well. They represent your victory over fear.


Cat Sleeve TattooCat Sleeve Tattoo

20. A Cat sleeve tattoo would be hard to do. But one idea is to add multiple cat tattoos in it like this.


Minimalist Cat Tattoo

Cat Tattoo DesignCat Tattoo Design

21. You can try a cat flower tattoo design as both represent beauty.


Cat Tattoo DesignsCat Tattoo Designs

22. Cat and half moon tattoos are also commonly tried. Here one unique design that you can try.


Cat Tattoo IdeasCat Tattoo Ideas

23. This double exposure cat tattoo can be tried on wrist and forearm as well.


Cat Tattoo MeaningCat Tattoo Meaning

24. If you have multiple cats as pet in your house then you should get tattoos of all of them.


Cat TattooCat Tattoo

25. In ancient Egypt people mourned death of cats. Here is an Egyptian cat tattoo in all its glory.


Cat Outline Tattoo

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26. This tattoo is inspired from disney cats and you can bet they are the cutest.


Cheshire Cat TattooCheshire Cat Tattoo

27. Alice in Wonderland’s Cheshire cat is very popular among cat tattoo lovers. Its tattoo will represent a mysterious personality.


Cool Cat TattoosCool Cat Tattoos

28. If you go for a cat portrait tattoo then ask the artist to focus on eyes of cat because it can really make or break the tattoo.


Cute Cat TattoosCute Cat Tattoos

29. You can try animated cat tattoos like this where the cat is based on web emoticons.


Egyptian Cat TattooEgyptian Cat Tattoo

30. Can you get any better Egyptian cat tattoo then this?


Pet Cat Tattoos

Funny Cat TattoosFunny Cat Tattoos

31. Many people like to try funny cat tattoos. I would advise them to not make it weird or ugly. There are many fun design like the one shown in picture and you can try them.


Galaxy Cat TattooGalaxy Cat Tattoo

32. Another unique idea would be to try galaxy cat tattoo where the cat face or cat body is inked and the whole galaxy is shown in it like this.


Geometric Cat TattooGeometric Cat Tattoo

33. There are many cat geometric tattoo designs but my favorites are one that uses multiple geometric shapes from circle and triangles to squares and polygons.


Grumpy Cat TattoosGrumpy Cat Tattoos

34. You can give your own pet cat a grumpy face and get it tattooed on your body.


Japanese Cat TattooJapanese Cat Tattoo

35. Japanese have their own version of cat tattoos and they are beautiful as well.


Lucky Cat TattooLucky Cat Tattoo

36. I think kitten tattoos turn out even more attractive than cat tattoos. What you think?


Minimalist Cat TattooMinimalist Cat Tattoo

37. Minimalist tattoos have their own charm and this minimal cat tattoo says it all.


Neo Traditional Cat TattooNeo Traditional Cat Tattoo

38. Neo traditional cat tattoos would look incomplete without the addition of flowers to them.


Realistic Cat TattoosRealistic Cat Tattoos

39. A realistic cat tattoo would be way more better than cartoon cats but it can only be pulled off by an experienced designer.


Siamese Cat TattooSiamese Cat Tattoo

40. Siamese cats have their own fan following. If you love them too then here is a design for you.


Simple Cat TattooSimple Cat Tattoo

41. You can try a simple cat tattoo like this which has its own charm and everyone will admire it.


Small Cat TattooSmall Cat Tattoo

42. There are many body parts where you can try small cat tattoos. My pick would be behind the ear, on fingers or on the ankle like this.


Sphynx Cat TattooSphynx Cat Tattoo

43. The sphinx of giza is also very popular choice for tattooing. You can try a more lively version like this.


Tabby Cat TattooTabby Cat Tattoo

44. Tabby cat is most common cat species and you will find them commonly in many households.


Tiny Cat TattooTiny Cat Tattoo

45. Couples can try matching tiny cat tattoos. This is best idea for those who love cats a lot.


Traditional Cat TattooTraditional Cat Tattoo

46. If you wish to try traditional cat tattoos then I would advise you to give them a retro look (preferably from the 1930s gangster era).


Tribal Cat TattooTribal Cat Tattoo

47. Tribal cat tattoos would look unbelievably beautiful. They can be as charming as dragon tattoos.


Tuxedo Cat TattooTuxedo Cat Tattoo

48. Tuxedo cat or bicolor cat is also very popular cat breed. You can try their tattoo design as well.


Watercolor Cat TattooWatercolor Cat Tattoo

49. Watercolor cat tattoo will fade away very easily but they will look great for the time being.


Yin Yang Cat TattooYin Yang Cat Tattoo

50. You can try a variation of yin yang tattoos in the style of cats as shown here.


So which cat tattoo design from the above photo gallery you liked the most?

50+ Best Compass Tattoos For Men with Meanings (2024)


Compass tattoos are extremely popular among navy seals and sailors. Not only the men in the navy like nautical compass tattoos but they are also opted by their wives and girlfriends to show their love to their significant other.

A compass tattoo represents guidance, direction, and the journey of life. This symbolic ink has become an increasingly popular choice for men seeking a meaningful tattoo design. Such tattoo resonates with those who value adventure, exploration, and the pursuit of their true path.

Mandala Compass tattoos have a special meaning as compasses are used to show directions.

Similarly, compass Viking tattoos will represent the right path and hope. If you wish to have an old compass tattoo then we have got several beautiful ideas and designs for you. Here are 50 amazing compass tattoos for men and women-

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1. You can have a realistic compass mandala tattoo too. Here is a real looking compass nautical tattoo on the hand of this guy. It seems to be inspired by the famous compass of Captain Jack Sparrow.


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2. The tattoo artist cleverly added watercolor tattoo designs to this compass rose tattoo on the forearm that was fading away. You can do the same if your old school tattoo of compass has started fading.


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3. You can opt for a 3D traditional tattoo design of compass but I don’t think the foot is a good part to have such tattoo design.


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4. You can opt for a compass nautical tattoo design too. Here is a nautical compass viking tattoo that is mixed up with an arrow tattoo design on the bicep of this boy.


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5. You don’t necessarily need to add North East West South Directions to your nautical compass designs as people who know about it will understand it without them.


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6. You can opt for a temporary compass feminine tattoo design too. Here is a compass pastel Celtic tattoo made using pastel colors. You can have a watercolor star compass tattoo too.


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7. You can have a mix-up tattoo design where the small compass tattoo is added to the mixture. For example here is a tattoo design added to a clock and a flower along with the quote ‘Sapientia’ which means wisdom.


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8. Instead of going for a large size compass device tattoo design you can also try just a direction tattoo design like this.


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9. If you want to have an impressive tattoo design then I would recommend checking old compass tattoos that are inspired by compasses of the 15th century.


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10. Many people like to add quotes to their compass tattoos and if you wish to do the same then I would suggest you have it inked in this style. Do You Want to make compass at home? Here is how you can do it.

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11. A cool tattoo idea would be to add an arrow tattoo design to it and then add directions or location (longitude, latitude) of home.


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12. In my opinion, those wives or girlfriends who have their husbands or boyfriends in navy must try a compass tattoo design and the best place for it is rib cage.


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13. As a com-pass tattoo and an anchor tattoo, both are related to sailing and navy so it will be very meaningful to have a combo tattoo of both. Here is a beautiful tribal compass and anchor tattoo design on the forearm of this guy.


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14. You can do a little modification in your compass tattoo design. Instead of adding direction names you can add name initials of your loved ones. It would be even better if you add a heart tattoo design to it just like this.


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15. This impressive 3D compass tattoo design is inspired from old compasses and It is made even more attractive by giving a shadowing of world map.


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16. If you are a traveler and you wish to have a compass tattoo design then I would advise you to make the dial of the compass look like the globe of the earth.


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17. Usually, the artist won’t advise you to play with the design of nautical tattoos but one thing that you can do is make the pointed ends equal in length and add a double circle on the external boundary like this.


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18. This is a memorial compass tattoo design where the artist added the date of death of the loved ones along with a quote that asks angels to bless their souls.


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19. Another simple compass tattoo idea would be to add an arrow tattoo passing through it but it should be long and have pointy end.


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20. Compass tattoos have rarely used a cover up tattoos. If you wish to use them as a cover up tattoos then you shoulder consider adding other designs like flower tattoos.

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21. I don’t know why the artist added two compass tattoo designs in this tattoo but overall it is a pretty design which is made even more beautiful by the flower tattoo.


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22. You can also add religious symbols to your compass tattoo design. One popular choice is adding the star of David tattoo or a cross tattoo to it.


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23. Many people like to add flying bird tattoos too to their compass tattoo design as it is meaningful and will represent endless voyage.


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24. If you want to add flower tattoo to your compass tattoo design then the very best option is to add rose flower tattoo.


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25. Here is a beautiful and unique nautical compass tattoos where the artist smartly placed a globe in between the tattoo design.


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26. This nautical compass tattoo design on the thigh of this girl is done in the style of rangoli designs.


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27. Another good idea for compass tattoo is to add map of your own country in the background just like this.


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28. You can also add initials of directions in your mother language. For example hlanguages like Hindi and urdu have different names for directions.


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29. If you are looking for dangerous and gothic compass tattoos then one thing you can do is to add skull tattoos in them just like this.


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30. Make sure that the size of the compass tattoo perfectly suits the size of your forearm or hand. If you opt for a large tattoo on forearm then here is how it will look.


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31. If you do not add boundaries to your compass tattoo design along with direction names then your tattoo design might look like a star tattoo.


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32. You can also add Illuminati eye to your compass tattoo design and it will be suitable if you believe that God is watching everything.


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33. Couples can have a matching tattoo design and they can add the initials of their s.o. along with an arrow tattoo that points to the name (in the heart) in a compass tattoo.


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34. Which direction you want to show in your compass tattoo also matters a lot. Most people choose to show the direction of their home in compass tattoos.


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35. Font selection will matter a lot in compass quote tattoos because you do not want the font to fall out of the look of the overall tattoo design.


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36. This compass tattoo design looks like leaves opening and I do not understand why the initials are same on the opposite directions.


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37. Compass sleeve tattoos are rarely chosen because of their small size but if you wish to have a compass sleeve tattoo then I would recommend you adding a sea scene or a beach scene to it.


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38. Colorful compass tattoo will fade away more quickly than black and grey compass tattoos so be sure you have them on right place.


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39. If you are obsessed with perfection then I would suggest you add an equatorial line in your compass and map tattoo design just like this.


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40. Compass and owl tattoos are also recommended a lot because this combination is considered lucky for sailors and navy men.


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41. This beautiful rose flower and compass tattoo design would have looked even more attractive if it was tattooed on the back or rib cage instead of wrist.


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42. Small tattoos of compass will suit body parts like ankle and wrist. For this, you have to use a simple compass design that shows directions only.


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43. It is hard to imagine a detailed tattoo design of compass on fingers but here it is A beautiful and tiny tattoo design of compass n the finger of this lady.


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44. If you have seen the movie Pirates of the Caribbean then you might have wished to get the same compass tattoo as Jack Sparrow had. Remember to add a sparrow tattoo in that design to make it look more meaningful.


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45. One thing that you can do in your compass tattoo designs is that you can ask the artist to color the dial in different colors and the pointers in a different color like this.


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46. Here is another cute and small tattoo design of a compass that represents a globe with equator line and all the major directions.


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47. I don’t understand the logic of adding tree tattoo design to a compass design but still many people admire such designs.


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48. The artist beautifully used the negative shading to bring out the pointers of this compass cool tattoo design.


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49. You can also try to mix up the ship wheel in the compass tattoo design and it will match with the pointers.


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50. You will find a lot of drawings and sketches of compass on sites like tumblr, pinterest and deviantart.


Which tattoo of compass design you would like to have?