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Artistic tattoo "Swan". Performed by master Sasha Unisex on his own sketch. Working time: 5 hours. Location: lower leg
Swan is one of the most beautiful birds on the planet, it is considered the royal bird. The swan has been associated since ancient times with a light, positive, holy symbol. This bird was revered, admired and admired to this day.
Let's tell about the main points of this image tattooing, as well as explain why people are so drawn to do such a tattoo.
History of the swan tattoo
For many, the swan is associated with devotion and love, because in nature they choose one mate for life and are willing to sacrifice themselves for the welfare of their beloved. In the Middle Ages, people believed that the souls of creative and vulnerable people turn after death into swans and live beyond time.
Many peoples of the world revered and exalted these birds, but they have different interpretations of such a symbol:
- The Chinese endowed the image of the swan with solar energy and believed that such images increase the vital resources of man.
- The Slavs used images of swans in many artistic works. They symbolized the infinity of life and the cyclical nature of all things. There is an opinion that these birds know the secret knowledge, they are immaculate and are a bastion of spiritual purity.
- The Indian people associated the swan with the incarnation of the god Brahma, who rules over people's lives and decides their fate. If the bird has its wings raised, it is a symbol of the circulation of life and the movement of energy.
- In alchemy, too, there is an interpretation: the swan is a sign of the process during which the soul is purified from worldly desires and materialism.
What exactly must not be pierced
The tattoo of a "rooster" (a passive pederast), so as not to be confused with normal convicts, they are forcibly applied identification signs.
Another tattoo for the untouchables, the parachute man, is also applied by force.
362. Passive homosexual. Slang for "mashka", "cock", "comb", "cocksucker", "gay", "daisy", "dude". It is applied to the back.
363. Tattoo born active-passive pederast, authority among homosexuals, capable of all forms of debauchery.
364, 369, 370. Tattoo of passive pederasts.
365. Found on the "sexually preoccupied" i.e., rapists. Applied on the thigh, stomach.
366. A very old tattoo of a passive pederast.
367. The title "King of All Matter" The passive pederast is naturally capable of all forms of debauchery.
Tattoo of an active homosexual.
A tag for the down-trodden.
It is clear that being in a "sober mind and solid memory", no one voluntarily himself such a "stuffing". But for general information, you can read about it.
Prison tattoos, which are listed below, are designed for thieves in the law, the camp authorities, bosses. All of them carry a certain semantic meaning and correspond to the rank of the person wearing them. To an ordinary person to make such a thing is to bring a lot of trouble on themselves.
"The white crown with rays, the number of rays is the number of convictions. The ring of authority - the thief in the law, the boss.
Clubs and spades placed in chessboard order, the ring of the camp authority. May be combined with the domes of the cathedral, the number of which corresponds to the number of convictions.
Eight-pointed star, a tattoo of the camp authorities - thieves in the law, the swallows, denied, apply under the collarbone.
Epaulet, another attribute of the thieves of the law.
A symbol of the thief in the law, speaking of the high rank of her master in the criminal world.
"King of the thieves suit". - Status tattoo elite, the crown - the accomplished vengeance.
The meaning of the swan tattoo
The swan symbol represents fidelity in relationships and love for your chosen one. Some may think that this image is suitable only for women, but this is not true. Now there are many different interpretations of the swan symbol, which makes it currently relevant among a huge category of people. There are several common images of the swan.
- Often couples in love are asked to draw them the image of a pair of swans intertwined with each other. This is how they want to say that they will always be together. But there is also the opposite meaning - such a sketch will remind of a lost loved one and keep it in memory forever.
- For some, the swan symbolizes the sadness of loss.
- Most folk cultures consider the swan a light and kind symbol. Sometimes the Celts traditionally depicted the bird adorned with gold chains.
- If the swan is black, it rather takes on a more mystical and mysterious image. Such images are said to reveal the gift of prophecy.
- For some, the image of a swan with a crown indicates that the person regrets and repents of something they have done in the past.
- Some are not satisfied with the mere depiction of the sad bird, sometimes stylistically adding the name of the person they loved dearly but, alas, lost. This causes great pain and speaks of the person's soul-searching.
- There are also some lovers of ancient myths and legends who wish to imprint on their bodies the drawing of the constellation of a swan. According to ancient legends, the stars have their own history and their position in the firmament is conditioned by the past. Zeus, the Greek god and lord of Olympus, is said to have taken the form of a snow-white swan in an attempt to get the beautiful Leda. After the two lovers had intercourse, the girl laid an egg. Here some advocate the idea that the world was born from this egg. Others suggest that the beautiful Helen was once "hatched" from it because of her immense beauty, and the war between Troy and Greece broke out afterwards.
Classification into groups, prison tattoos
Prison tattoos of criminals can be conventionally divided into three groups, according to their affiliation. The first group is the thieves in law. No, these are not people who make a living by stealing. They are the elite, the highest rank in the underworld.
In order to receive this title, one had to have recommendations from other thieves in the law or known authorities, and a meeting of all the thieves in a given camp, prison or region was held. If everyone agreed, the candidate became a thief in law.
For this category, there is a special group of tattoos that only they can do. Of course, anyone can have them, but if you get into a prison or a zone with these tattoos and cannot confirm that you belong to the chosen caste, then first you will be "brushed off" (beaten up) and then forced to remove them, and how you will do it is your own problem.
The next and most numerous group are the blatnoys, but they do not call themselves that:
Here are the most common replacements for the word "blatnoy."
People who support prison laws, live "by the rules", such people are called "deniers" by the administration. In this group can get not only the criminals, but anyone who actively resists, for example, for refusing to do the work, just there are types of work that can only be performed by the "lowered".
The criminals have two restrictions on tattoos, you can not steal if you are not a thief in the law and the tattoo of "opushchennye", which is not someone "beaten" in his right mind.
The meaning of tattoos for men
As you know, swans are birds not only beautiful in appearance, but also attracted by their character traits and behavior. Young men who get a tattoo of a swan are famous for their endurance and loyalty. Often such men are wise and noble.
They appreciate not only beauty, but also the inner qualities of the person, and then will be faithful to their chosen one in any situation, they are willing to do anything for the welfare of the beloved. They are brave and courageous, selfless and at the same time do not require anything in return.
If gold jewelry is used on the tattoo sketch, it may suggest that the person respects and honors God's laws. If the bird has a crown on it, it speaks of regret and past mistakes. The name next to the swan tattoo means that the person to whom the man was devoted died.
Interesting facts
The word itself is related to the Latin albus "white". Thus, the white plumage was considered the main feature of this bird (then, the phrase "black swan" seems rather strange).
Swans are the largest waterfowl: their wingspan can be two meters and weight 10-13 kilograms. They are also leaders in the height of flight: once they were spotted at an altitude of 8 thousand kilometers.
These feathered birds are monogamous, which was the basis for the traditional view of them. At the same time, having lost a pair, they may well find her a replacement.
The meaning of tattoos for girls
The image of a swan on a girl's body emphasizes her figure, her grace and elegance. Often a swan is chosen simply on the basis of a beautiful picture, without giving any importance to it, but most still remain faithful to the symbolism. For example, the owners of swan images are often sophisticated natures and can be faithful companions in life.
Here, the most frequent image of a swan is used - a symbol of sincere and pure love. Such a girl is ready to give her whole self for the sake of preserving the relationship. They usually become loving mothers and spouses.
The morality and high morality of swans has always amazed and delighted people. Their beauty and devotion cannot go unnoticed. The image of a swan can be not only a beautiful body adornment. Such an image is for sure for those who appreciate not only the outward appearance, but also the inner world of people.
Swan in fauna and myths - the nature of the bird and ideas about it of different peoples of the world
By character, the swan is a very complicated bird. In it lies grace and grandeur, and also this bird is a one-lover. If she chooses a mate, it is for the rest of her life. If one of them dies, the other one falls into a longing and dies too.
The swan is very aggressive and fiery. He does not allow anyone on his territory, only his partner and cubs, and he pounces on strangers. That's why we can only meet a couple of swans on the pond.
There are many stories and myths about these majestic birds:
- A belief about the soul's ability to travel through the heavens in the form of the image of a swan.
The swan represents the bird of life, and it can also mean the bird of death. This is why there are contradictions in the mythology and stories of the black and white swan. - This majestic bird also means happy death.
There is a myth about how the swan sings its beautiful song and afterwards, when it finishes singing, it dies. After this story, it came to be regarded as a symbol of a happy death. - According to an old belief, the son of the Sun God took over his father's chariot
but he failed. He nearly burned the earth with a ball of fire. Terrified that the sun god's son had burned the earth, the sky god shot lightning at him. The sun god turned the boy into a swan because of his suffering and sent his silhouette to the other stars. The sun god often flew far north in his chariot drawn by white swans. - There is also the myth of the queen named Leda, who bedazzled the lord of the gods and the sky himself with her beauty.
Burning with love, the sky god came to Leda in the form of a dying swan. The queen caressed the wounded swan. Soon she became pregnant and gave birth to an egg. From the egg came the beautiful Helen.
The swan was represented differently in different countries:
- The Celts
the bird was associated with cures for various diseases and generosity. - Christians
believed that the white swan represented purity, mercy and a symbol of the Virgin Mary. - The ancient Greeks
This bird was considered a symbol of the sky god. - The Finns
associated the swan as a symbol of the river in the world of the dead. - Europeans
believed that such a tattoo represented a path to new life and transformation. - The Chinese
Swan was the solar bird. - The Slavs
associated swans with femininity, fertility and prosperity. - The Hindus
thought that this bird dropped an egg into Chaos, from which the universe was formed. They also associated the swan with duality of being.
The swan symbol was represented in different ways - it carried both negative and positive energy.
Before you visit the tattoo parlors in St. Petersburg, you must first understand what kind of tattoo you want, what it will mean to you.
Swan Tattoo Options
Tattoo Black Swan
Celtic style Swan tattoo
Exotic beauty should always have a tattoo "Swan
" to represent the sensual and delicate nature of your persona. Swan tattoos can have many elements, but most designs focus on the beauty of the animal and the message its image sends. Creating a unique design can be a challenge, but luckily you can visit our "tattoos" section, where you can discover many helpful ideas.
After reading this informative publication, you will learn The meaning of the Swan tattoo.
, and now you will be able to determine the need for such a tattoo.
Step-by-step scheme of drawing
The presented example of the image is quite simple and at the same time attractive. To draw a swan step by step, you need to prepare:
- Colored pencils;
- A blank sheet of paper;
- Eraser;
- Highlighters;
- Gouache.
Order of work:
- At the initial stage, the main figures are marked. For more convenience draw two auxiliary horizontal and vertical lines.
- Draw the oval of the head and neck in the shape of the letter "S".
- Draw exactly the same line parallel to the neck line and start sketching feathers.
- For the image of the upper part of the swan wing a smooth line is drawn, and the lateral left part with plumage.
- A small eye and an elongated beak of the waterfowl are drawn.
- Auxiliary lines are erased. The finished work can be colored, framed and placed on the desktop.
Features of the tattoos
The image of a swan on your body is peculiar to both women and men, although on the fair sex representatives still such work can be seen much more often. Basically, for the tattoo choose a shoulder, forearm or chest. The work is often complemented by ornaments. There are also quite unusual images, such as origami figurine as a swan.
If you have not yet decided on the overall concept of your tattoo, look closely at the Oriental style. This is a traditional Japanese style that can turn any image into a masterpiece. Basically for such works choose animals (most often tigers, dragons), flowers (mainly peony and lotus), found in Japanese mythology, and complemented them with traditional waves. Also popular are plots with geishas, warriors, hunters, monks, demons. The Japanese treated swans with great reverence, so the Oriental style for depicting a swan is a great option.
