Those who wish to decorate their bodies with a tattoo always spend a lot of time on the choice of a suitable design and technique. In recent years are very popular natal drawings in graphic style, resembling their kind of work done with a simple pencil. Many lovers of body art, in ignorance, include all the drafts of the black tattoo in a similar direction, but the graphic tattoos are characterized by certain features that distinguish this technique from other styles. Below in the material we have collected all the most important things about tattoos in the style of graphics, and offer our readers a closer look at the characteristics of this direction.
Features of the technique
The most important feature that distinguishes tattoo graphics from other styles is the drawing method of linear shading using only black color. Sketches consist of clear, at the same time strict and neat outlines and lines. Brushing and blurring of details is not allowed. In the picture there are clear visible shadows, and there is a clear predominance of geometric motifs. Strokes have different lengths and are located chaotically, but always parallel to each other. The peculiarities of such tattoos do not always allow the image to be applied to some of the curves of the body, otherwise it will become distorted as a result. On the abdomen, kneecaps and elbows, for example, it would be very difficult to reproduce clear lines. The basic drawing is drawn with rather stiff and thin lines. Shading traced details from which to create a graphic picture.
Tattoo sizes on the arm for men
Sleeve tattoo
Medium size tattoo
The largest tattoo on the arm is considered the Sleeve. It occupies the entire surface of a man's arm, but about this published a separate article, so we will describe only common tattoos of medium size.
The most common size on the shoulder is considered the image length from the shoulder joint by ¾ to the elbow. The tattoo has the appearance of a rectangle, with the larger side along the arm.
On the forearm, both the inner and outer sides prefer to use all the free space. The image is figuratively inscribed in a trapezoidal oblong, rectangular or oval shape. But also the tattoo can have a strict geometric shape in the form of a circle or a square.
We choose the sketch
The popularity of graphics allows you to put any image on your body. The world of animals, birds and insects, images of amulets, sacred symbols in the form of skeletons or skulls, all kinds of inscriptions, plots from books and movies, portraits of idols or loved ones, sketches with weapons, mystical and fantastic drawings and many other ideas are very interesting played up in such a technique. The choice of subjects sketches is unlimited and depends on your preference. Tattoo can tell a lot about your inner world and preferences, emphasize aspirations or attitude towards life in general, as well as demonstrate personal qualities and character traits.
Tattoo in the style of sketch as a complement to other directions
To the drawing of the image can be approached and non-standard, creatively. In this case, the incomplete sketch becomes a bright addition to the other direction:
- The image made in the style of "watercolor" looks great. Such unfinished work, smoothly turning into a sketch, looks original and artistically self-sufficient. Therefore, such a tattoo does not need further refinement;
- Sketch in the style of sketch can be a successful addition to the tattoo in the Japanese style. In this case, the master will be able to fully exercise his imagination, flight of creative thought;
- exclusive drawing on the body will also be realistic images of animals and birds, left in the form of an unfinished sketch;
- Sketch perfectly combined with Gothic (black forest with a schematic outline of the spruces or an image in the form of drawn flawlessly accurate strokes skull).
In combination with the old-school style unfinished interesting sketch becomes an original highlight that gives individuality. He helps his owner stand out in the general mass of people with standard, classic tattoos.
The meaning of the tattoo
Tattoo graphics have the same interpretation as sketches made in other techniques. The symbolism of the drawing or image does not change depending on the style of the image. Graphic nudes with the image of a wolf indicate the desire of the owner to independence and emphasize the strength of character.
Clearly marked wolf's eyes indicate pain and loneliness. Sketches with the image of the king of beasts of the lion characterize the owner as a confident and self-confident person who independently copes with all the hardships. The same meaning applies to tattoos with mythical dragons.
The skull signifies a desire for freedom and demonstrates faith in destiny and one's own strength. The elephant drawing is an indicator of high intelligence and mental capacity.
Bears are considered the standard of strength, power and might. The compass mostly adorns the bodies of people who always remain true to their principles. The version with the raven bird represents courage, boldness and the ability to be "born again". The crown always symbolizes superiority.
A heart is a description of feelings. Drawings with a butterfly indicate a desire and ability to be reborn, in a spiritual sense, of course. Cats represent esoteric powers for the wearer. Animal drawings can be interpreted as wisdom, flexibility and grace or compared to temptation.
Neck tattoos
Like the elbow, this is a very sore part of the body in terms of tattoos. That's why girls usually don't touch it, and the neck becomes a man's area. This is where either a single drawing on the side that tells the story of the man, or something very eye-catching: a biomech or blackwork. Agree, an all-black neck looks quite striking. And sometimes they do white flecks in it, which is also striking.
Men's tattoos
Graphic tattoos are considered very popular among the stronger sex. Men in most cases give preference to designs that symbolize masculinity, independence, strength and wisdom. Such options include images of a bear, lion, wolf or, for example, hawk or phoenix. A special weakness of the male population to arms theme, stories from the battles or battles and images of heroes who took part in it. Always popular are the theme of the occult and the direction of fantasy, drawings on the sea theme, hearts, inscriptions, portraits and many other ideas.
Graphics and Engraving
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Engraving
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Engraving
The resemblance to prints gives the graphic style of tattoos many interesting subjects. Like classic engravings, graphic tattoos often depict all sorts of birds, animals, insects, as well as plants.
Sacred symbols such as skulls, bones and skeletons are often used for the image. Weapons, performed in graphics, always look sophisticated, but at the same time tough and manly.
Sometimes graphic tattoos are based on subjects from literature, painting and sculpture.
Particularly popular lately are graphic images of plants. Floristics in tattoos is more in demand, of course, by the female half of tattoo art lovers.
Girls give their preference to tattoos with images of flowers: peonies, roses, poppies, lotuses and many others. Plants look winningly on the graphic tattoos, this style of performance depicts a very realistic flower, but at the same time, airy and not flashy.
Artistically gifted tattoo artists do stunning portrait work. As already mentioned, the Graphic style in tattooing is very complicated, so not every tattooist will take on the task of making a portrait in this style. Such a plot requires a lot of effort and time, but the result will obviously look amazing.
Women's tattoos
The choice of beautiful ladies is not much different from the preference of men. The sketches are supplemented with more feminine details, which contributes to smoothing the austerity and a certain gloominess of the graphic design. Ladies decorate their bodies with images of the feline family or a variety of sketches with wild animals. Very popular for women's tattoos floral theme. Peonies, roses and in general, any flowers and plants in graphic design look very beautiful. Not uncommonly you can find images of butterflies or silkworms. Inscriptions, pussycat and portrait drawings are also very popular.
How to choose "your" tattoo?
There really are so many styles, and in each of them there are thousands of patterns, designs and ornaments - you can get confused about what you want. Here are a few tipsThat will help with your choice:
- There's no need to copy someone else's tattoo, even a beautiful one - be unique!
- Study the portfolio of masters - perhaps some of the work will seem close to you in spirit.
- Do not think about what tattoos are in fashion, be guided by your own feelings, because you'll have to get used to the image on your skin for life.
- Remember that tattoos are more than just ink under the skin. We do them with the desire to reflect the innermost part of your inner world.
Be sure to choose a master-professional who will make any of your fantasies come true.
Choice of place for a tattoo
Above in the material we mentioned about some peculiarity of such a technique, on which largely depends on the choice of location of the tattoo. Clearly drawn lines that are used in drawings should be placed on areas of the body where they will not be refracted or bent. It follows that it is most acceptable to apply tattoo graphics on the shoulder, forearm, hip, back or any other area where the part of the body under the sketch will not be in motion. Plot compositions and volumetric drawings, respectively, should be placed in large areas, such as the torso or back. For portraits and smaller pictures the ideal places are shoulders, forearms, shoulder blades, chest or thigh. Neat sketches look good on the hands. Mini tattoos can adorn any part of the body and can be positioned, for example, on the fingers, behind the ear, on the neck, on the hand or foot.
Tattoo graphics can look bright, flashy and represent entire paintings, or they can decorate the body with neat sketches. In any of the variants such technique is capable to impress, after all professionally executed tattoo is a real work of art.
Which celebrities have a tattoo with the image of a bar code
Many stars have original tattoos. Among the carriers of the tattoo should be noted such celebrities:
- Pavel Priluchnyy. To the zebra coloring he added three foreign letters doc, the secret meaning of this trio has not yet been revealed, many are guessing, whether it is a designation of a well-known format (dock, dox), or something else.
- Pink. The singer has tattooed her date of birth in an encrypted code on her neck. By the way, many artists of both the music and game genres have them on this part of the body. The artist's album release date and some other information is encrypted.
- Yegor Krid. Also has a barcode. He presented the tattoo to the followers, but it received fewer likes than the artist's buttocks.
It's probably worth mentioning another popular character with this tattoo. Hitman.A character from the game and the movie.
