Tattoo - an art form that is constantly evolving, thanks to which there are new techniques, original ideas and subjects. At the moment tattoo - is a popular solution for men and girls wishing to express their originality and individuality, trying to make their image more sexual. With tattoos many people express their feelings and emotions, sense of style and taste. Among the huge number of styles in recent years is the watercolor style, which is increasingly popular, has a high brightness, mystique and appeal.
Features of the style
Tattoos in the style of watercolor is an unusual direction in the art of decorating the body, which is especially popular with girls. The style came from painting, it is characterized by such features of watercolor as
- soft outlines,
- bright fresh colors,
- smooth transitions from one color to another (gradient),
- airiness, transparency and thinness of layers,
- imitation of undertones of paint, -light graphic methods using abstraction and geometric forms.
Thanks to these techniques imitating watercolor, it is possible to create picturesque subjects similar to real paintings. Such tattoos are truly unusual, it is almost impossible to create exactly the same tattoos.
Tattoo watercolor for girls flowers
One of the striking themes for tattoos in girls are flowers. Watercolor tattoos with flowers not only look beautiful, they can also contain deep meaning.
History of the style
The style of watercolor tattoo appeared not so long ago, when tattoo masters in search of original solutions began to include techniques borrowed from painting. It happened in the 90s of XX century. The ancestor of the genre is considered to be Amanda Vachob, an artist from New York.
Thanks to Amanda's innovations, tattooing reached a new level, bridging the gap between the craft, which was considered the application of tattoos, and the art of painting. This unique genre continues to develop, including in Russia. Tattoo-masters experiment, combine styles, offer original solutions.
Hummingbird tattoo on your leg
The hummingbird tattoo on the leg is a quite popular variant. It is performed in the zone of the hip, calf or ankle. It should be borne in mind that this bird is small in size, so it is best to portray it in full size, without sacrificing detail.
How to choose a good master
The master must be not just good, experienced, it is desirable that he has an artist's vision, taste, subtly felt color, transitions between colors, had a sense of composition, etc. Thus, the master must have qualities of an artist and be able to apply tattoos in watercolor style.
In this case the techniques of tattooing on the body will differ from the techniques of classical watercolor, but the image should imitate the work of a brush on paper.One can be sure that the tattoo will turn out unique regardless of the chosen motif. It turns out due to the fact that such work is based on improvisation, performed with special inspiration.
Black and white hummingbird tattoo
Colored images, undoubtedly, look spectacular, but the most durable are black and white options. They do not fade as quickly, which gives them a definite advantage.
Who chooses a watercolor style tattoo
A good master in this genre also has his own special clientele. They are connoisseurs of painting, artists, representatives of other creative professions, aesthetic and romantic natures with a subtle vision of beauty. Especially a lot of connoisseurs of the genre are women with their ability to distinguish many shades of color and a romantic view of the world.
Tattoo in the style of watercolor is very suitable for individuals wishing to demonstrate their aesthetic nature and inner world filled with fantasies to others.
Miniature tattoo with a hummingbird
Modest and shy people tend to choose the style of minimalism. In fact, this is a laconic, spectacular and modern image without unnecessary elements.
Plots and types of images in watercolor tattoo
Applying a tattoo begins with the development of a sketch. The master can have a catalog of ready-made works or offer a new sketch on a given topic.Tattoo in the style of watercolor opens up a wide range of possibilities to choose the subject.
Girls - the biggest fan of tattoos in the style of watercolor because of the tenderness and lightness of the images. Especially well look different images of flowers, animals, nature. Let's name the most popular themes for the application of tattoos.
- 1. Small floral motifs, modest bouquets or, on the contrary, large bright flowers playing with the richness of shades (poppies, orchids, roses, etc.) Flowers can symbolize some idea or quality of a girl.
- Images from photographs, for example with landscape subjects (mountains, water, sky, trees, etc.)
- Representatives of fauna, animals, birds, fish. Watercolor techniques allow you to convey the richness of the plumage of birds, the beauty of wool, the eyes of the animal or the fabulous coloring of fish. Images of animals can symbolize some hidden qualities of the girl.
- Copies of paintings by famous artists or favorite subjects from them. 5.Abstract compositions taken from originals or from a master's sketch. Various spots of color, small plot.
- Images of space, planets, other celestial bodies, etc.
- Heroes of books, movies, cartoons or comics.
- Own ideas, fantasy heroes, incarnations of dreams. Such plots can be with a hint of mysticism.
- The tattoo can be associated with the girl's occupation, her hobbies, hobbies.
Beautiful hummingbird tattoos: sketches
Tattoo is a very bold, courageous step for each person. In the selected sketch, a person adds his own special, individual meaning. It is worth carefully stopping the choice on the natal drawing, in order not to regret the committed act in the future. Such a delicate and harmonious sketch is most often performed in a colorful, saturated style, including in the drawing a lot of variegated and bright colors. Another magical meaning of the bird betrays its ability to soar on a flat spot, and it indicates its connection with the soul. Therefore, the most common sketch is a bird that soars in flight a certain message to flight and free life.
Popular places to apply the tattoo in the style of watercolor
Often such tattoos are applied to those parts of the body that will not be covered by clothing, will demonstrate the aesthetic fold of the girl's nature, and possibly harmonize with clothing. For these purposes well suits the neck, collarbones, wrists, forearms. Miniature, but bright tattoos are applied on the wrists or ankles and feet, if a girl does not tend to show them.
Large-scale paintings with an elaborate composition, such as landscapes, floral compositions are placed on the chest and back. Tattoos depicting a picture fragment or a single object, animal, flower, etc. are more often placed on the forearms, shoulders, hips, ankles.
Hummingbird tattoo on the arm
It will look great to wear a drawing with a hummingbird, made on the hand. For such a purpose, you can choose a forearm, wrist or hand. This will emphasize your elegance, tenderness and femininity. The location of the tattoo of the bird on the body depends on its type, size and, of course, your desire. If you preferred a hummingbird with a long tail, it will be more appropriate to start the drawing from the shoulder, or to spend it on the whole arm.
Peculiarities of technique and care for a watercolor style tattoo
It is important to adhere to all recommendations for the care of the tattoo. Watercolor tattoos often do not have contour lines, which protect against smudges. For this reason, it is worth protecting the tattoo from damage and trauma during the healing phase.
Subsequently, it is worth following the general rules of care for tattoos, recommended for different types of tattoos. Particular attention should be paid to protecting the tattoo from the sun. To avoid pigment burnout and transformation of tattoo into a shapeless image in which colors merged, it is necessary to apply sunscreen and protect skin from other atmospheric influences.
In this case watercolor tattoos for a long time will keep brightness and clarity of lines. Also you can periodically consult a master in order to correct the tattoo in order to preserve its original appearance as long as possible.
Watercolor tattoos are gaining in popularity among girls, including in Russia. Interest in this style also arises in men, who are offered great opportunities of images of various subjects that can emphasize their masculinity.
All in all, this is a great solution for connoisseurs of painting, both among women and men. The motifs can be bright and tender, joyful and gloomy, fairy tale and mystical according to the customer's request and preferences.
Are watercolor tattoos only for women or for men as well?
Stereotypical thinking has defined delicate, flowing watercolor tattoos in the category of strictly feminine. You may also hold this opinion, but it's not quite right!
Take note! In general, the tattoo, as a separate direction of contemporary art, is generally free of stereotypes and formulaic thinking. There is always a place for bold experiments, even controversial ones. But it is these kinds of experiments that allow tattoo culture to develop.
Certainly it is necessary to recognize, that exactly representatives of a fair half of mankind adore this style for its colourfulness, tenderness, romanticism and tenderness. It allows a woman to be in the center of attention, to attract the eyes of others.
But also men with watercolor tattoos on their bodies will look very beautiful and organic. Only in the case if the sketch will be chosen correctly. The truly masculine watercolor tattoos include:
- weapons;
- playing cards;
- skulls and bones;
- Compasses, etc.
Remember - there are no pronounced male or strictly female tattoos! Get rid of gender stereotypes and wear on your body images that you really like.
Unique hummingbird tattoos on the back
If you decided to make a large-scale, wide picture with a background and a lot of details, then perform it on the back or shoulder blade. In this case, you will have enough space for the realization of the conceived sketch. Looks spectacular when the hummingbird's head takes the beginning in the area between the shoulder blades, and the end of the tail is near the waist line.
