Tattoos, which are made in the form of an image of a jester, occur quite often. In this case, not everyone understands the semantic load, which carries this image. It should be noted that tattoos in the form of a jester are distinguished by their aesthetics, beauty and originality. Due to the fact that there are a lot of options for the sketches of this image, absolutely everyone can choose for themselves the one that meets the requirements. Let's try to understand the meaning of the tattoo jester.
From the history of the jester - what was a clown in ancient times?
Traditionally, the jester was presented as a funny, jolly simpleton who was the "twin" of the sovereign, the king. Under his unpretentious stories, he could express what other people were not allowed to say, no matter what office they held.
At court, the jester's direct duties included amusing and entertaining guests and lords. Jesters were treated with honor and respect.
Even a man with mental disabilities could be a jester. It was such simple people with unusual appearance, incomprehensible talk and other peculiarities that could earn their living as jesters. They were never punished - it was considered bad form.
Often jesters had immunity and were under the supervision of the royal retinue.
The performance of jesters was usually spontaneous. Some wore carnival costumes, or a cap with bells. They often held an ancient Roman attribute in their hands - a rattle, which was made from a bull's bladder and peas.
In Russia, there was even an expression "pea buffoon"... and all because these people often decorated themselves with pea straw.
There were also fairground, market jesters - skomorokhi. They entertained people and were also treated courteously.
Over time there were other characters who took as their basis the features of behavior of jesters:
- Clowns. Certainly clowns are associated with the circus. It is the circus, theater performer brings joy to children with their relaxed, funny, sometimes even ridiculous numbers, and a funny appearance.
- Pierrot. The character appeared in the French folk theater. His performances are most often shown at fairs, in places of large gatherings of ordinary people and peasants.
- Harlequin. The famous character in the Italian comedy dell'arte was an ordinary, simple man who served gentlemen. He wore a colorful costume and a black mask with a huge wart on his forehead. This was the kind of clown character that impressed audiences at traditional folk theaters in France until the 20th century.
- The Joker. And this joker became a symbol of playing cards. There are even two jokers in the standard deck. They are singled out and endowed with special properties - such a card can replace any other.
In the past, jesters and clowns made people laugh because of their ugly appearance. They were considered stupid - but, in fact, they were not. They made fun of failures, human actions, behavior, and character by showing various tricks and performances. Sometimes not everyone will be able to show the wit, cunning, wisdom to turn everything into a joke or farce.
Basic meanings of the tattoo clown, jester, joker - what can a tattoo with a clown mean?
Tattoo with a clown, a jester has a deep philosophical meaning. Such a tattoo has both positive and negative meaningsIn fact, it appears that the clown is quite clever and cunning.
In fact, it turns out that the clown is quite clever and cunning. He thinks out of the box and "chases" the excitement.
Tattoo with a clown is very popular. Although there are several types of funny characters, and they can have different meanings, but there is a similarity between them.
Addressing to the master in tattoo salons St. Petersburg, you must know what the clown tattoo represents - to be sure whether it suits you.
The main meanings of a tattoo with a clown or jester:
- Cunning.
- Wisdom.
- Artistry.
- Talent.
- Creativity.
- Playfulness.
- Humor.
- Laughter.
- Emotionality.
Artistic tattoo "Evil Clown"
Impression.- Attention.
- Simplicity.
- Kindness.
- Lightness.
- Independence.
- Integrity.
Since the clown is also depicted as evil, he may be associated with:
- Fear.
- Betrayal.
- Hypocrisy.
- Dark forces.
- Murder.
- Sadness.
- Darkness.
For those who play cards, this tattoo can mean:
- Danger.
- Risk-taking.
- Fraud.
- Professionalism.
Separately, it is worth noting the tattoo of the joker. It is this character, the hero of many fantasy films can mean:
- Gambling.
- Fearlessness.
- Madness.
- Inadequacy.
- Villainy.
- Extreme.
- Risk-taking.
- Resourcefulness.
Of course, you can put any one or more meanings in the drawing, and even your own.
Not necessarily that the clown denotes laughter and joy, he may also carry sadness and disappointment.
Artistic tattoo "Jester".
If you dream of a unique tattoo that would not be repeated and would mean something new, turn to the masters of Studio "Maruha". Individual and creative approach to work allows professionals to create unique masterpieces.
Meta application
The jester tattoo is a full-length tattoo, which is inherent in small, telling details. Therefore, the tattoo will look great on the back, chest, shoulder blade. However, the shoulder, forearm, thigh will also do.
Also, a picture with a jester will help hide scars, marks, striae from prying eyes. It is important to choose an experienced master, who under your desires and aspirations will pick up the right sketch.
Who is suitable for tattoos with a clown, a joker?
Many, coming to tattoo salons (St. Petersburg) are not sure whether a tattoo with a clown will suit them.
Masters of the studio "Maruha" recommend to look closely not only to the general meaning of the tattoo, but also to pay attention to your character.
A tattoo with a clown or a joker will suit those who:
- Wishes to let go of the past.
- Solves problems by laughing.
- Has talent, creativity and wants to emphasize them.
- Strives to become witty, cunning.
- Dreams of overcoming his fear of clowns.
- Able not to "wind up" himself or others.
- Emotional and impressionable.
- Likes to make jokes.
- Wishes to attract happiness, joy in life.
- Childishly refers to life, does not want to grow up.
- Wants to imprint an important life stage related to childhood or adolescence.
- Wants to emphasize their uniqueness or give their image uniqueness.
Artistic tattoo "Joker"
If you can count yourself among the lucky ones on this list, you should think about a tattoo sketch.
Even if you're not on this list, don't worry - a tattoo can convey an inner state, express life beliefs, thoughts. Tattoo in the form of a portrait of a clown Can perfectly help you with it.
A choice of a place for a tattoo
The sketch of the joker tattoo turns out big, and therefore the masters advise to choose for the nail large areas of the body. The choice depends directly on personal preferences.
The joker tattoo on the arm looks spectacular in the form of a sleeve. For not very voluminous tattoo fit shoulders, forearms, biceps or wrists.
A large composition can be stuffed on the back, where it will look like a solid piece of work. Joker tattoos look good on a pumped up male body.
For the nail with the image of the joker can safely choose the stomach or chest. Such a choice is often made by people who want to hide an unsightly scar on the torso.
Large tattoo joker can be stuffed on the hip, some do symmetrical tattoo on both legs. Remember that to fit a large image on the calf is unlikely to work.
Peculiarities of performance and types of tattoos with a clown - how best and where to depict the joker, joker, clown?
Thinking about the sketch of a tattoo with a clown, you should pay attention to certain features of performing such tattoos. Considering them, you will be able to determine what will be your future tattoo.
Let's list them:
Image size
Usually do either medium or large such tattoos (Petersburg), as they turn out beautiful, clear, meaningful.
The picture can convey the mimicry of the hero, his mood, details of appearance, costume.
Small tattoos are deprived of such qualities, because they do not get to put a lot of characters. For example, you can only create an outline of the clown's face.
Of course, if you have a desire to reproduce on the body a small tattoo of a clown, then you will definitely show your uniqueness and unusualness, as such a tattoo (St. Petersburg) has not yet been among the clients of the tattoo studio "Maruha".
Location tattoo clown
Tattoo in the form of a clown, a joker, a joker can be performed in any place you wish.
Tattoo on the leg Joker
The most common places for tattoos in men and women:
- Hands - shoulder, forearm, hand.
- Back - full back, shoulder blade.
- Chest.
Choose a place based on the size of the tattoo (St. Petersburg). On the above parts of the body you can create a tattoo of any size.
For example, on the arms and chest most of all "nabivayut" tattoo medium, and on the back - large.
The style and colorfulness of tattoos with clowns, jesters
The most current style for a tattoo with a clown is chicano style. The image turns out to be black and white, detailed. The play of light and shadows is noticeable. Despite the abundance of black in such tattoos, they are able to convey the professionalism of the tattoo master. Chicano style tattoos turn out brutal. It is believed that tattoos in this style used to be done by members of the underworld. If you want to "score" a tattoo with a clearly masculine, hardcore meaning, then this style is for you.
You can also choose any style you like and give the master your color preferences.
For colorful images, the styles may be suitable: Realism, old-school, new-school, neo-traditional.
You can use in the tattoos any color shades. If they are the opposite, then the picture will be provocative, impressive and unique!
Sketches of tattoos with clowns - how to depict and what to complement the tattoo?
A clown can be portrayed:
Clown tattoo on the spawn
Smiling, conveying joy, happiness, sunshine and positivity.- Sad, sad .. You can draw a tear flowing down his face. It is such a tattoo will convey an inner urge to remove the mask and be as you really are.
- Angry. Such a tattoo can be complemented by a weapon. It will denote destruction, fear, anger, revenge. Note, the tattoo of an evil clown with a red nose is associated with hatred.
- Laughing. Such a tattoo symbolizes victory over difficulties, problems, shortcomings.
There are also such tattoos (St. Petersburg) with a clown:
- The head of a dead clown. Tattoo - a symbol of evil, fearlessness, immortality, destruction.
- With blood. The tattoo is associated with murder, betrayal, misfortune.
- With a red nose.. Drawing carries irritation and hatred for those around him.
- Joker. The picture conveys sinister plans, risk taking, experimentation, fearlessness, inadequacy.
Most often do tattoos, suggestive of fear, horror.
If you decide to create a cute tattoo of a smiling clown - then, of course, it will carry only positive, will attract prosperity in life.
Time to perform a tattoo with a clown, a joker
Tattoo of a small size can be "stuffed" literally for half an hour to an hour.
And the drawings, more meaningful, medium and large scale, which use several paints, masters perform for 3-8 hours.
Of course, having discussed all the details, the tattoo master will be able to tell you exactly how long it will take to make a tattoo.
By the way, your threshold of sensitivity also affects the execution time. If the drawing will be painful to create, the time may be extended. Specialists from the tattoo studio "Maruha" are attentive to each client and try to do the tattoo so that the client almost does not feel pain.
So, now you can decide on a tattoo sketch. Choose already made tattoos on the site or order the ready work from the masters of salons "Maruha".
Art tattoo "Venetian mask - Jester".
Art tattoo "Harlequin". The work is done on the girl's shoulder according to the master's individual sketch. Working time - about 5 hours
Art tattoo "Clown". Location: arm
Art tattoo "Clown". Working time: 3.5 hours
Fitting Style
The most suitable style for such a tattoo is still realism, as it is most often a portrait. Here it is important to approach responsibly to the choice of the master, because realism is one of the most difficult to perform.
As for the right place on the body, it all depends on the sketch. Works of round shape look good on the chest, and oblong - on the hip, calves, shoulder, forearm. If a large-scale painting with a background and a lot of detail is planned, the back will be a suitable canvas for the artist.
The image of the jester in the performance of a good master can find a really interesting and extraordinary embodiment. The main thing to remember is that you can not save on tattoos, if you do not want then to spend the rest of your life being sorry over an unsuccessful "work of art".
