Angel Tatoos

What do angel tatoos mean?

Angels are normally depicted as messengers from God. They are found in many different religions. Throughout history they have appeared to people in the form of humans, albeit with astonishing beauty. Angels are sent to earth to announce God’s intentions.

Traditionally they are pictured with sword or weapons in their hands or even on horseback. Over time they became depicted with wings due to their ability to fly, although never described as with wings. Cherubim & seraphim do have wings. Sometime angels are shown with halos. Angels are though to be powerful with omniscient powers, unwavering judgment, but not infallible as after all the most famous fallen angel is of course Satan.

The reason that people get angel tatoos are many and varied, but recently a popular trend has emerged of recent parents getting them as a way of symbolizing the innocence of their newborn. Guardian angel tatoos are also popular, seen as a protective device against the forces of evil, and will keep the wearer or family in safety. One famous guardian angel believer is footballer David Beckham, who has the two guardian angel tatoos to watch over his sons. Also Angel Williams the female wrestler, unsuprisingly given her name, is a big fan of these tatoos.

Angel tatoos can therefore be depicted in a large variety of ways, from cute to demonic. Something to think about before you choose your tatoo!
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How to choose the ideal tatoo designs

Take your time

To be 100% happy with a tatoo you must be certain that your choice is correct. It should reflect your personality and beliefs. The biggest problem is that so many people make this lifelong decision in just an hour or two while flicking through a folder in a local tatoo parlour. This is no place to make a hurried decision, when you consider that one mistake you will with live for the rest of your life, or even end up getting it removed and spend hundreds of bucks for an ill informed decision.

Gorgeous tatoo designs are numerous, and to study each possibility requires time. Don’t be pressured into selecting one quickly, an all too common error. Better to choose it in your own place, with no pressure. Another advantage with this is that you can hear friends opinions too.

What does your tatoo mean?

What will having your tatoo mean to you? Are you making a personal statement, or a public statement?
Aside from this if you are getting an Asian tatoo make sure you really know what it means. Who wants to go around with “Chicken Fried Rice” in Mandarin on their arm?
Various type of tatoo designs have there own meaning. Such as dragon tatoos.

Social Issues

Well, if you're tattooed on your face or your arms ... where people can see it ... most employers probably would not hire you.
-- Laura Bush

While you’ll have your own ideas of tatoos, most of society still regards tatoos as being outsiders. Perhaps kind of absurd when you consider that in the past they have been used to indicate solidarity, to identify people as members of the same tribe. You should bear in mind that you will have to deal with any issues on a daily basis, no days off with a tatoo. This is especially important if you are considering a tatoo on a section of skin which is normally visible, such as face, neck, hands or wrists.

Are you sure?

You need to be sure not only of the design, but the fact that you want the definitely want this tatoo for the rest of time. While getting Beavis & Butthead tatooed on your arm might seem funny, won’t the joke wear a little thin in five years time? What if Jenny, the love of your life, decides to split? Do you want to be only interested in women called Jenny?

Find a reliable tatoo artist

Make sure you see some previous work of the artist and how long they have been in business. Probably the best way is still by referral, if other people are happy and the shop has a good reputation then go and see. Some artists specialize in certain designs and wont be comfortable with other types of designs.

So now you know how to choose the perfect tatoo designs!

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Dragon Tatoos

What does a dragon tatoo mean?

The answer is, it depends. It depends on the culture, but dragons are universally respected as a symbol of power, strength and courage. In some Asian countries it has come to symbolize the supernatural power of the water element.

Dragons are believed to bring good luck to people, which is reflected in their qualities that include great power, dignity, fertility, wisdom and auspiciousness. The appearance of a dragon is both frightening and bold but it has a benevolent disposition, and so eventually became an emblem to represent imperial authority.

-- Wikipedia

Below are some images of dragon tatoos. The first three are actually temporary tatoos. While the later ones are actually stickers, but interesting to see what could be the basic for some cool tatoo designs.










So dragon tatoos come in many forms and colors, representing varying meanings. Make sure you find the one specific to you.

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Origins of Tatoo Designs

Where do tatoo designs come from?

The first tatoo designs are thought to date from as early as 2000B.C. when the the Egyptians first invented a method to inject ink under the skin. The first colored tatoos were developed in New Zealand by the Maoris. The practice become popular through several countries in Asia and by the 16th century, explorers had brought tatoos to Europe. Continuing onto the 20th century, sailors often indulged in their passion for tatoos, and recently tatoos have gain popularity through out many subcultures.