Animals in the art of tattooing took the leading position in popularity, but what about insects? Tattoos with butterflies and ladybugs simply do not count, a little less common are scarabs and dragonflies. Daredevils, who decided to score insects, in front of which many feel genuine fear, such as scolopendras, very few. This becomes one of the reasons for choosing such an idea for a tattoo. If you are looking for an original and attractive image that will not make those around you shudder, pay attention to the beautiful bumblebee. Today we will suggest some interesting ideas about his image and reveal the meaning of the bumblebee tattoo.
Bumblebee meaning
The bumblebee looks like a large bee. But the size of its body is much larger than the area of its wings, so it is surprising that the insect is able to fly.
In Russia, folk omens are dedicated to it:
- If a bumblebee knocks in the window, then you should expect good news.
- A bumblebee flying into the window warns of bad weather.
- People used to say that this insect should not be killed, otherwise expect trouble.
It is believed that the bumblebee is a symbol of success. Therefore, the tattoo with the image of this insect is a good talisman for achieving goals and career heights.
The tattoo endows the owner with all the positive qualities of this worker. The bumblebee does not attack first, it only defends itself when it realizes that the danger is no longer avoidable. Therefore, a person with the image of a bumblebee is characterized by amazing restraint. He will think before he expresses his discontent. Treachery and meanness abhor him. He avoids aggression and anger.
The bumblebee is very industrious and hardy. It starts its important work early in the morning and pollinates plants until the evening. And when it wants to warm up from the cold, it begins to contract its muscles as it flies. This is accompanied by a loud hum, and its body temperature increases. Therefore, the image of a bumblebee will suit a courageous and purposeful person who is confident in his abilities. If he takes up any cause, he always brings it to the end. Good luck accompanies him because he adheres to an active position in life.
A person with a bumblebee tattoo has principles and life values that mean a lot to him. Patience and consistency in action will certainly lead to success and change for the better. Lazy and passive people will not do the image of this insect.
A man with a tattoo of a bumblebee avoids deception and incomprehensible situations, so he is very careful in relationships. At first, he looks closely at the object of love before he makes a serious step towards them. This nature loves comfort and knows how to create comfort. In relationships, this person is kind, responsive and always ready to help.
Image of a bumblebee in a tattoo
The most appropriate style for the image of a bumblebee is realism. Some realistic works are so similar to the original that it may seem as if the insect has landed on you, all you have to do is sweep it away and it will fly away. No other style can convey the beauty of the bright fluffy back of a bumblebee, its delicate delicate wings. Realistic insects are often depicted sitting on flowers, which only adds brightness to the tattoo. Popular works with bumblebees, which are tasting the sweet fruit.
Monochrome tattoos with these insects can also look very effective if you choose the right style. Dotwork is just such an option. The essence of it is that the drawing consists of many tiny dots, which, being placed at different distances from each other, create a complete original picture with transitions of shades and shadows. Usually dotwork does not imply the presence of any colors except black, but the art of tattooing does not know any clear boundaries, so you are quite free to experiment with colors and shades.
As for the choice of location on the body, large bumblebees are most often depicted on the hip, shin, shoulder or forearm. The insect has an elongated shape, because on these places it will look the most advantageous. Small tattoos in natural size look good almost everywhere, often they are stuffed behind the ear, on the wrist, on the neck. If you are planning a large-scale work with flowers or an entire landscape, it may well be a realistic sleeve or a picture on the entire back.
Remember that you should not copy publicly available sketches or other people's work, because the tattoo is a reflection of your essence, and you are unique.
Meaning of a tattoo for girls
The bumblebee is clumsy, so it is associated with masculinity. But on a woman's body, too, the tattoo will look harmonious. It is a beautiful and harmless insect.
The original image will suit a determined and hardworking girl. She has a balanced character and can achieve a lot in life. She takes relationships with the opposite sex seriously.
Places of application and options for performing a tattoo of a bumblebee
Not everyone decorates their own body with tattoos with insects. Bumblebee tattoo mainly choose for themselves men. It is with the representatives of the stronger half of humanity - unhurried, more sensible and less emotional than women - that this insect is associated.
The body of the bumblebee is decorated with black and yellow stripes, so tattoo designs are usually performed in color. This approach allows us to convey all the beauty of this creature. The tattoo is often complemented by different colors - red, green, etc. They act as a background, demonstrating the habitat of the insect.
This bright representative of the Hymenoptera has a small size, so the tattoo with its image is usually placed on the wrist or above the bone on the leg. If desired, the image can be enlarged. Then the tattoo is recommended to apply on the shoulder or shoulder blade.
Tattoo with a bumblebee is often performed in the style of realism. It is this style that allows you to convey the beauty that this insect has.
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The meaning of tattoos for men
Compared to bees, the bumblebee looks bulky, thorough and unhurried. The tattoo is suitable for a serious and courageous guy who has goals in life. The image serves as a kind of amulet, helping to bypass pitfalls in building a career.
The drawing suggests that the man is hardworking, honest and because of this he will achieve a lot in life. He is a peace-loving, good at controlling himself and mastering himself in tense situations.
Beats on the glass
Our ancestors considered it a good sign if in early spring or summer, a furry buzzing worker circled near the house. If in the warm season a bumblebee hits the window, the omen promises good news or happy events. Grandfathers tried to let the insect into their homes to attract happiness, wealth and abundance, and then drove it away.
Not always a bumblebee hitting the window from the street side portends something good. If he appeared in late summer or autumn, the omen warns of impending illness and trouble.
Micro tattoo designs
Choose a tattoo design, save the sketch, print it out and bring it to the tattoo artist. He will transfer the sketch to the skin and then tattoo the tattoo with a machine and special paints.
Micro tattoos are most often applied to body parts such as: hands, fingers, ankle, wrist, neck, collarbone, ear. If you want to stand out, a miniature tattoo can be applied to a foot, toe, face, eyelid, and even lip. It looks original.
Stand out, having a micro tattoo is cool and stylish! Many celebrities choose this design to immortalize something important on themselves: the name of a loved one, children, mother. The date of birth of a first-born child or a wedding with a lover. Some people draw their pets, while others draw any. The signs of the zodiac are also popular.
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Weather signs
In Russia, bumblebees were considered excellent weather forecasters. They sense fluctuations in atmospheric pressure and respond to changes in air humidity indicators. Thanks to this, the insects are able to predict the weather.
If it is expected to rain, they are looking for a place to hide from the destructive drops. In this regard, there is an omen about a bumblebee that flew into an apartment, house or barn. Usually such a phenomenon is observed before a sharp cold snap. Warming is evidenced by the beginning of mass flight of hymenopterous insects.
Ideas for mini tattoos for couples
Today it is possible to get the same tattoos as a sign of eternal love. Most often couples choose hearts, first letters or name in full, infinity sign, etc.
Miniature tattoos are very beautiful. They are suitable for young girls, and adult women and guys. True, the latter decide on a small tattoo if they want to put them on the face or boys. In other cases, guys and men prefer tattoos of medium or large size. And micro is just a couple of centimeters. More often than not, a miniature tattoo is only 1 cm in length.
In dreams
When interpreting dreams about this insect, take into account its appearance. It is important the size of the bumblebee and how it behaves:
- If you dreamed a large insect, then in reality the dreamer will have good health.
- See a small buzzing worker - to positive changes in the business sphere.
- Someone close to fall ill if you dreamed about a dead bumblebee.
- If the winged worker dreams of an unmarried girl, she will soon meet a worthy candidate for a husband.
- Insect stings in a dream - to trouble.
Spring omens
With the onset of heat all the insects wake up. The appearance of a large number of bumblebees in the street is a good omen that portends clear and sunny days. Activated winged toilers are ready to begin their work. They feel that in the near future no precipitation is expected, so they leave their nests and rush to "work".
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At the cemetery
Several times a year, people come to the graves of their deceased loved ones to remember them. If a bumblebee flies into the cemetery during a visit, according to the omen, it should not be chased away. It is believed that any insects - butterflies, dragonflies, bees, and also birds, which appear on the tombs, personify deceased relatives. In this guise, they come to the living. With their unexpected appearance they as if thanking and comforting those who came to visit the deceased.
