The most comfortable place for the master to apply the tattoo - the calves of the legs. Here there is enough free space, excellent muscle cushioning and smooth skin surface. In turn, the tattoo on the calf for men - a variety of sketches of all styles and sizes. Both monochrome black and white and colorful creative ideas look original.
Also to the top categories should include all kinds of inscriptions, symbols, animals and birds, plants, various miniature sketches and impressive 3d compositions. The foot is a symbol of victory and the power of humanity in general, this will emphasize the lion, owl, drawing of a ship, plots from biomechanics and Polynesia. The best examples with photos and tips on application you will learn from the article below.
Tattoos on the calf in men. The most fashionable options
Only after assessing the visual aesthetics and beauty of tattoo on the calf muscles, you can be convinced of the feasibility of such an experiment. The most popular ideas today are:
Ornaments - Ancient Polynesian patterns and compositions of them, working as amulets.
Biomechanics - A visual illusion that simulates the tearing of flesh with mechanical elements, namely gears, nuts and bolts.
Owl - A symbol of mysticism, deep secret knowledge, keen intelligence and wit.
Lion - Greatness and leadership, wisdom and intelligence, dominance over others.
Ship - epic picture, associated with adventurism, the desire for new knowledge, freedom and philosophical thinking.
Expert Opinion
Viola Madison
Master tattooist, 8 years experience
What exactly to draw on your body, defines only the man himself. For the right choice it is necessary to ask a question, what goals and objectives he sets before the body drawing, what he expects from the experiment. The decision must be deliberate, deliberate.
Styles of male tattoos
Effectively look images in the following styles:
- Realism. Such tattoos should nabivat experienced master, who will give the figure a volume, make it look as similar to the prototype as possible.
- Dotwork. Represents the executed dots pattern. The more densely arranged the individual elements, the darker the scored area will look.
- Bioorganic. Imitates the internal structure. Most often such tattoos depict muscles, bones, blood vessels. When choosing a tattoo in the style of biomechanics, the picture is supplemented with artificial elements: pistons, gears, wires.
- Blackwork. Supposed to cover a large area of skin with black paint. The foot can be completely hidden under a layer of dye. All elements are depicted with thin lines on a dark background.
- Old skool. Nowadays this style is less popular, but some men still choose this trend among others. Drawings indicating physical labor, craft are characteristic.
Features of tattoos on the calf in men
Only after weighing all the pros and cons, you can clearly decide whether to beat a tattoo on the calf or not. The main advantages include the following criteria:
- universality - absolutely any image can be beaten here, there are no restrictions either with size or with the style of execution;
- painlessness - the work will be minimally sensitive if compared to other areas on the body;
- aesthetics - the images here always attract attention, some by their size, others by their realism, others by their colors, etc;
- practicality - Drawing can be easily hidden under a strict business suit or casual jeans as needed, which means that any profession can have a tattoo here.
To the disadvantages can be attributed only the fact that large-scale work will require a lot of time for staged execution, and therefore the payment of the master will be substantial.
Examples with sketches and photos
Consider the sketches and finished work in the photos. Use them as a source of inspiration when thinking about your own drawing.
Images in the style of biomechanics
Such a tattoo looks more advantageous from the side. Picture a steel pole imitating a bone on a muscle. Draw wires instead of blood vessels.
Inscriptions and hieroglyphs
On the calf you can write a passage from your favorite work, a motivational quote, an aphorism, a motto or other phrase with meaning. Some men tattoo their beloved's name on their skin.
However, this decision should be carefully considered, because the relationship may end, after which the tattoo will have to be removed or overlapped.
If you choose as a tattoo character, specify its meaning.
Tattoo-masters may offer symbols with a vulgar or funny translation.
Patterns in the style of geometry.
Geometric tattoo shapes will suit organized, pedantic men who like order. In the process of applying the master must be careful, because even a small error will lead to a deterioration in the overall appearance of the pattern.
Blackwork forest
Dark tattoos with a forest give mystery to their owner. The image indicates secrecy, wisdom, the desire to learn the world. Additional elements can be added: animals, the moon, paths. Depending on the details chosen a person changes the overall meaning.
Skulls and bones
Tattoos with skulls are often given negative meanings: aggression, fear, thoughts of death. There are also positive interpretations. The skull indicates inner beauty, strength, emphasizes the desire to protect relatives, friends, loved ones.
Animals, insects and birds
Each animal has its own meaning:
- Owls. They are preferred by sensible people seeking to gain knowledge. A man with such a tattoo is wise, balanced, likes to think.
- Wolves. This animal is chosen by strong, proud individuals. If the animals are depicted as a pair, the man highly values relationships, family, ready to risk to protect loved ones.
- Lions, tigers. Suitable for leaders. Tattoo with these animals like strong individuals who make decisions easily.
- Butterflies. Men rarely depict these insects separately; more often they prefer to make them part of the composition.
- Elephants. Suitable for quiet, balanced men. The owners of these tattoos are considered to be sensible and wise people.
Sea creatures.
Sharks symbolize protection. It is believed that these predators protect the owner from negative incidents, misfortune.
Whales are chosen by romantics, dreamers, and representatives of creative professions. If sea creatures are depicted in a pair, a man has found his life partner.
Plant themes
Trees are chosen by constantly developing people. If the roots are drawn, a man stresses that he has not forgotten where he began. Such people respect the tribe, are not ashamed of the past.
Lotuses are preferred by those engaged in the spiritual development of personality. The flower symbolizes wisdom, harmony, enlightenment.
Roses are often used in large compositions. Separately from the other elements, flowers are portrayed by romantics.
Symbols that are meaningful to the client
Most often these are small, simple images. With the help of symbols, a person can demonstrate his or her hobbies, religious views, and principles. In addition, small pictures often indicate events that influenced the formation of the character, the formation of the personality.
Small images
Tattoos in the style of minimalism prefer indecisive people with low self-esteem. Often such men suffer from complexes, dissatisfaction with themselves. Choose a small tattoo can also be in a situation where the symbol is important, but to make a sign part of the composition there is no desire.
Volumetric realistic tattoo
Most often other used images of beasts of prey, warriors, heroes of Norse or Greek mythology. Appeal to the experienced masters, who will make the image as realistic as possible, take into account the peculiarities of the musculature of the legs at work.
Funny pictures
Humorous subjects are often performed in animation style. Sometimes the pictures contain vulgar hints.
Are there any recommendations for a calf tattoo?
Before going to the salon, consider a few important points:
- Make a sketch, do not take someone else's ideas from the Internet;
- Determine the size of the image in relation to the area on the body;
- Choose a style and color scheme;
- Make a note of the meaning of each element in the picture;
- Find out how long the work will take and its final cost.
Be sure to match the future tattoo with your appearance, style and image, lifestyle and character. There should be no dissonance between the wearer and the tattoo.
The choice of the sketch
The choice of style and sketch is a personal matter for each person. The main thing is to listen to yourself, because the picture will last a lifetime. We'll look at the most popular options for men's tattoos.
- Predatory animals (wolf, lion, tiger, bear) and birds (eagle, hawk, falcon). Mostly choose images that are close in spirit. The chosen character usually characterizes its owner. Sketches in the styles of Dotwork and Realism are in great demand.
- Inscriptions are a favorite theme for both women and men. Hieroglyphs and phrases in Latin, English, French, Spanish and Italian are in priority.
- A neutral variant is ethnic patterns and ornaments. They never go out of fashion and do not carry any special semantic load. Men's sketches in the techniques of tribal, Maori, Dotwork with the predominance of geometric figures and clean flat lines look very original.
- Soccer - the weakness of many men, and therefore the tattoo on such topics encountered quite often. This can be an image of a ball, sneakers, a favorite athlete, a soccer club emblem. By the way, similar pictures printed on the calf, not only fans of the sport, but also the players themselves in soccer.
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Examples of tattoos on calves, which it is not recommended to inflict
What images are inappropriate on the calf muscles:
- Prison tattoos.That can cause conflicts;
- namesNames, as they can lose their meaning over time;
- Subcultural marks, because hobbies can change with age;
- love motifsAs feelings tend to fade with time;
- Satanic symbolsSatanic symbols that carry negative energy.
The decision to put a certain pattern on your body is a lifelong decision, it has no time limits. So choose what you are ready to live with the rest of your time.
For women and beginners
Women's calf tattoos are a great way to accentuate the beauty of your legs or correct their flaws. The calf itself is vertical, has a finished, finished visual pivot, the center.
Therefore, it is recommended for women to choose colored compositions, with a predominance of rounded, smooth lines. It is worth bearing in mind that small text and small pictures will visually lower a woman's height. It is also better to refuse any images or inscriptions made horizontally.
For those who for the first time decided to apply a drawing on the calves, you can advise to use small tattoos. Apply them not on the back, but on the sides. So they will be well seen, and in the dynamics. Small pictures will be easier to remove or remake on more volumetric. And the local pictures are cheap.
