Usually the bow is not depicted separately from the arrow, as these two objects only make sense together. And if we can still imagine an arrow as a symbol of forward direction or something fast and refined, the bow without the implements for shooting looks a bit bare.
Initially, a tattoo depicting a bow and arrow, carried the meaning of militancy, served as a symbol of virility, could be a reference to the kind of human activity, which in one way or another corresponds with the struggle and battles. Now the meaning of such a tattoo is somewhat modified, but all the meanings of the present have grown out of the original.
General meaning
A bow with arrows can carry different symbolic meanings in the form of a tattoo. On the one hand, it is some kind of obstacles, perhaps even misfortunes that a person has suffered. If you give this meaning, then the bow is made by those who have experienced something in their life that has left a certain imprint, and the person wants to leave this memory in a material form.
On the other hand, it is a longing for something new, like a quick and purposeful flight of an arrow. It can both characterize the person at the moment, as well as their desire to change, to transform.
If we turn to the history of this symbol, in ancient Greece, the bow and arrow were given to the family at the birth of a son, thereby predicting him the fate of a great warrior, for which there are no obstacles. The same meaning to the gift was accepted in the Eastern culture, but the Hindus considered the bow - a sign of trouble and misfortune, so usually such weapons are not given.
And if they did, it was certainly not with good intentions. It is also worth remembering that many Greek and Roman gods are depicted with bows and arrows. And if we are talking about the god of War, Ares, or the warlike Artemis, then of course the bow is a symbol of belligerence and confidence in one's powers, but another god, Eros, was also constantly walking around with a bow and arrow.
This is the little god who helped people find their love. This interpretation also occurs, it is used as an idea for a tattoo by people in love. A good solution in such a case would be a paired tattoo. For example, one partner has a bow depicted, the second has an arrow.
Also with a bow and arrow is usually depicted one of the zodiac signs - Sagittarius, so it is often Sagittarians who decide to decorate their body with such a tattoo. Sagittarius is the fire sign of the oriental horoscope, that is, such people are characterized by passion, a special thirst to live to the fullest, to learn everything and try everything. The bow and arrows then look very belligerent, sometimes depicted blazing in flames or flying in the air, that is, in such a way that the streams of air that the arrow cleaves are visible.
The depiction of prey
The wild boar is a masculine beast, and its image on the body has a symbolic meaning. The boar signifies the fearlessness and belligerence of the bearer.
And if only the head of the beast is drawn, then in many cultures around the world it has the meaning of a certain amulet, a security talisman, protecting its bearer from trouble and misfortune. In the photo you can see the tattoo for the hunter, made in the style of realism.
Below is a sketch of a deer with branching antlers in the style of dotwork, representing the application of the figure by dots. This is quite a complicated style, so there are few craftsmen who work with dots.
The meaning of the deer tattoo - caution and sharp hearing, which is necessary for the hunter when catching prey.
Meaning of tattoos for girls
Girls usually stuff the bow with arrows to show their inner strength, the ability to fight and win, finally, just their desire to go forward. The movement of a straight arrow forward can be compared with a ray of the sun, so if in the drawing the arrow is already released from the bow and flies, it is a symbol of confidence in your plans, in the fact that no one can change the goals set and the ways to achieve them.
If the arrow is not yet released, but only stretches the bowstring, the meaning is slightly transformed. Metaphorically, such a tattoo calls for the creation of new worlds, in practice, perhaps it is a girl with an inner core that cannot be broken, such a woman is ready to take on any responsibility and ready to be responsible for all consequences.
But not always a bow and arrow is a symbol of confidence and a certain militancy. If these objects are depicted in delicate lines, of delicate flowers or beautiful tree branches, it is likely that the girl is alluding to her readiness for a serious relationship or even family life. This is a reference to the arrows of Cupid or Eros.
In general, for girls, such an image, it is either a symbol of connection with the person, the lover, or the desire to show themselves as a strong person.
Drawings of beasts of prey
The wolf is a proud and intelligent animal, very cautious when hunting, but brave and independent. The picture below depicts the wolf in a realistic style.
The following sketch of the wolf is done in the geometric style. This is a fairly new art form, but constantly evolving. It consists of flat lines, dots and geometric shapes, the intersection of which results in a drawing of any object.
This image combines a linear drawing of a wolf's head, as well as woods and mountains, made in the style of dotwork, that is dots.
The sketch for the hunter tattoo can be taken as the following image of a tiger's head, made in the style of tribal. This is a fairly popular type of tattoo that uses intersecting lines with pointed ends.
Tattoo of the tiger have a symbolic meaning of strength and ferocity, as well as grace and beauty. In the East, such an image is a symbol of a brave warrior.
The meaning of tattoos for men
Men sharply associate the bow and arrow with the gods of love, but also about the predilection for hunting bow tattoo speaks rarely. Most often, this image on the body choose the representatives of the strong sex, which are ready to overcome or have already overcome difficulties. And, this meaning has a worthy explanation: not everyone who picked up a bow, will be able to run an arrow out of it.
It takes a long time to train - not only physical effort, but also the ability to learn, to do monotonous work for hours at a time. It takes a great deal of force just to draw a bowstring. Precisely for this reason, many men draw the bow with the bowstring drawn, but with the arrow not yet released - to show strength of will, character, the ability to set goals and achieve them, not paying attention to obstacles.
In general, we can say that the original meaning of the image of the bow is different from the modern one, but, in fact, the changes are only superficial. In general, the bow and arrows represent strong people - and we are not talking about physically strong, but strong in spirit, it can be a girl or a man.
The drawn bowstring or the released arrow is a symbol of the ability and desire to achieve everything in life on one's own. Sometimes a bow and arrow are stuffed with girls, hinting at their femininity, that they were marked by Cupid - so they show the seriousness of intentions, the desire to start a family, to establish a home.
Birds of prey
It is interesting to put yourself an image of an eagle in the style of an old skool. The eagle is a nimble, bold bird of prey, its image symbolizes the sharpness and speed of the hunter.
The article gives some interesting options for tattoos for brave and determined people, which hunters should be. Choose the one you like and go to the master. Good luck!
For a person, every sketch has a purpose, a role. Tattoo weapons more often made for people who want to show their strength, confidence.
Ideas for the male gender
Options for men with a tattoo of weapons emphasize physical strength, the ability to stand. Particularly interested in the proposals:
- Paired revolvers. In many cases they are made symmetrically. One revolver on one side, for example, on the right hand, the other on the left. Denotes a tattoo of confidence, courage, bravery.
- Pistols with stars. Once again come memories of the Wild West, stories for justice. After all, no one there abides by the law, so whether stars are embedded in or near the drawing of the gun, the meaning of the tattoo will be weighty.
- A gun with the muzzle unfolded. On such sketches, the muzzle is carefully outlined, ostensibly it is directed at the beholder. Denotes the drawing of a man's strength, insolence, seriousness.
Choice of sketch
Usually the drawings are different for men, women. The gun sketch is a good all-rounder. It is drawn by those people who are willing to show determination, striving for the goal, self-confidence.
The master in the salon, performing the work, may offer a supplement to the weapon, for example: blood, flowers, bullets, intricate inscriptions, crosses, edged weapons, swords.
Tattoos of arms are often made complex, large in volume. There are also decorative ones.
Pistol
Everyone has seen it in person or in pictures. Anyone knows how dangerous this weapon is. One shot, man, animal dead. In some moments, it can save a human life. Although the meaning is invested by the person who made the sketch, but more often people tattoo a gun to show the danger of the character.
A gun depicted with a rose tells the owner how jealous he or she is. For the owner of the tattoo of a gun and a rose, loyalty, loyalty comes first. Cheating on him will be revenge, hatred.
Nowadays, the image of a gun is not particularly popular, as it can not always decorate the body. Sometimes it can make it worse. Before deciding to get the same tattoo, you should think carefully.
