Dolphin Tattoos
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Dolphin tattoos have always been popular, and when you learn more about their meanings and symbolism, you can easily understand why. If you’re looking for a new tattoo, you may want to learn more - maybe a dolphin tattoo is meant for you!
What is the Symbolism Behind the Dolphin?
Dolphins are particularly meaningful for travelers as they bring good luck on a trip, so it’s appropriate that dolphin tattoos accompany so many people on their journey through life. Dolphins are also thought of as symbols for kindness, energy, prosperity, and the abundance of the Earth. But dolphins have other meanings that help reveal why they are such popular choices for tattoos.
In dreams, dolphins often appear as guides to worlds unknown. They keep the dreamer from sinking too deeply into the sea of waking life. They always protect the dreamer from dangers and allow the dreamer to feel connected to the world of nature and spirit. Their main function as a dream guide is to guide the dreamer into water that would normally be too deep to travel in.
As a totem animal, the dolphin is a reminder that play is a crucial part of the balance of life. Dolphins can represent change, wisdom, balance, harmony, freedom, trust, and understanding.
Who Gets Dolphin Tattoos?
Dolphin tats are popular with all different types of people. Women are commonly thought of as the main population with them, but surfers and sailors (both male and female) and others also make the choice to get dolphin tattoos.
What are Popular Spots for Dolphin Tattoos?
Some of the more common spots for dolphin tattoos include the upper arm, the calf, the ankle, the shoulder, and the lower back. Don’t let this list limit you, however. They can be placed anywhere on the body.
Where Can You Find Dolphin Tattoo Designs?
Books and Magazines
Many books and magazines have dolphin designs and pictures that can be used for dolphin tattoos. If you like the look of a dolphin picture or drawing, bring it in to your local tattoo studio. You may be surprised at how easy it is for the artist to transform the picture you like into the tattoo you love.
Flash
Since dolphins are such a popular pick for tattoos, the flash that the tattoo studio displays may have some worthy contenders. While flash isn’t for everyone, it’s one option.
The Internet
There are several good websites that sport dolphin tattoos.
Artists
Don’t ever discount the value of a tattoo artist. Many are artists in more than one way, and they may be able to create a custom design. Don’t be afraid to ask. Tattoo artists are proud of their work, and they may be able to work something up for you that you couldn’t find anywhere else.
Color Dolphins Vs. Blackwork Dolphins
The majority of dolphin tattoos are done in color, probably because of the ability to have such striking colors -- the water, the sun, the blue of the dolphin itself. Some celtic designs, such as the ones on Celtic Lady Flash, are even in color, although they could be easily modified into blackwork. When getting a dolphin tattoo, however, it isn’t necessary to go with the crowd. If you prefer blackwork, many designs that were meant for color can be adapted. Talk to your tattoo artist, and find out what they can do for you.
Dolphin tattoos can have many meanings and are found on many different types of people. If you do decide to get a dolphin tattoo, why not check out Rank My Tattoo and share yours?
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Comments
Ashley, More black work would certainly enhance the design of a dolphin. Adding water would help too. Thanks for contibuting.
-- Contributed by: Jodie Michalakthey need to be more detailed
-- Contributed by: ashleyi just got an outline of a small dolphin, tattooed on the top of my right foot in black ink. i might adventually go back & get color added to it, but for now i absolutly love it!!<33 :)
-- Contributed by: kelly
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