Chinese Dragon Tattos

The History of The Dragons and why Dragon Tattoos Are So Popular
By Becky McClure

According to the Webster-Merriam Dictionary, the word dragon is Middle English, from Anglo-French dragun, from Latin dracon.



The definition of dragon is:

• A mythical animal usually represented as a monstrous winged and scaly serpent with a crested head and enormous claws.

• Or someone who is formidable

The many depictions of dragons are incredibly diverse and complex. No other creature in mythology has appeared in so many cultures from such remote parts of the world!

Many of us think of dragons as a terrifying beast. However, the Eastern dragons are portrayed as good, kind, ancient and intelligent. The Asian Dragons have the most recorded history in the world, especially in China going back thousands of years.



The Difference between the Eastern Dragons:

Chinese dragons have all five toes. The Chinese believe that all dragons began from China. They believed that as the dragons flew south, they began to lose their toes. The farther the dragons flew, the more toes they lost. So, Korean dragons have four toes, and Japanese dragons have three.

Korean dragons have four toes. The Koreans believe that when the dragons leave Korea and go north to China, they begin to gain toes. When the dragons leave Korea and go north to Japan, they begin to lose toes.



Japanese dragons have three toes. The Japanese though all dragons originated from Japan. They also believed that when the dragons leave Japan and head north, they gain toes. The farther the dragons went, the more toes they gained. This is why the other dragons have more toes. The Japanese believed the breath of dragons could turn into clouds, which could produce rain.

But here's the kicker, unlike most types of dragon, most of the Eastern Dragons have no wings!

The Western Dragon

The Western dragons or medieval dragons have a more ferocious and primitive appearance. They often look like giant lizards with long tails and a pair of wings. While the dragons are thought of as calculating and thoughtful monsters, they have also been viewed as mindless beasts. We think of dragons as having talons, fangs, breathing fire, scaly skins, and red eyes in our drawings and paintings. The Western Dragons were also known to have huge hoards of gold and jewels hidden in their lairs.

Early Christianity condemned the ancient, benevolent and malevolent serpent deities. As a matter of fact, in Christian art, the dragon is a symbol of the pagan religion and was often drawn as overpowered by the spirit of the holy figures of Christianity.

The Vikings had figures of dragons on the prow of their boats. The dragons on the ships were believed to bestow sharp eyesight and craftiness to the Viking warriors. The Welsh flag has a red dragon on it and the dragon is their national symbol.

Why are Dragon Tattoos so popular today?

Dragons are a classic choice for a tattoo design and they are one of the more popular mythological creatures picked for inking.



Dragons are depicted as powerful, wise and free. Their legend is always cloaked in magic and mythical realm. They come from the tops of sacred Japanese mountains and the bottom of the deepest seas around Greece.

Dragons have been drawn in a wide variety of forms because of their popular appeal. Today's tattoo designers have taken the art of the dragon to amazing new levels. Whether you want a traditional dragon tattoo or one with a cutting-edge, modern look you will find an incredible gallery of amazing images to choose from.



Tattoo artists have paid extra attention to creating images of dragons because they look great on the skin. They can be in color, or black & white. Dragon tattoos can wrap around the body and flatter the contours of the body. Dragon tattoos can be designed as tribal, Celtic or jade designs. The dragon tattoo may appear with wings or fire breathing or not.

Ancient Dragon lore and illustrations have inspired many of us to select a dragon tattoo because that design represents how we feel about ourselves -- powerful, ferocious, and free...

Chinese Dragon Tattoo Pictures

Tree Tattoo Pictures
By R. Dercks

Tree tattoo pictures are not very common. Are they? Not many people will be having tree tattoos. Have you wondered why it is so? That is because trees have a great significance in many Asian and African cultures. It also has links with Celtic history. The meaning of tree tattoo pictures is linked with all these cultures and the impact and significance is so strong that many people prefer not to get it.



Now if you are thinking that you see so many girls with different flower tattoos like roses, daisy, lily, sunflower and leaves like shamrock and others. Are they not tree tattoo pictures? NO! They are not. They are flower tattoos. I am talking about a tree as in whole.



So here are some popular tree tattoo pictures for you!



The most popular one is the cherry tree tattoo pictures. This female-only tattoo is a symbol of sexuality and beauty but not in literal terms. This tattoo gets its meaning from the Japanese cherry blossom which is a symbol of life which is short and beautiful and Chinese cherry blossom which means power. Both these are close to beauty of a woman which is her power and is also short lived. However there is this not so popular tattoo of cherry tree with falling cherry. It means that a girl has lost her innocence and Beauty just as a cherry fallen from a tree loses its beauty and juice. So many girls avoid it fearing it might convey wrong message.



Then there is the Bodhi tree; A tree under which Buddha sat for years and meditated. He finally got his enlightenment under this tree. People who firmly believe in the teachings of Buddha have Bodhi tree tattoo pictures. Very few in today's world who firmly believes and follows his teachings may get one!!



Then there is the acorn which grows to mighty oak tree. Acorn has so many different meanings in different cultures. It varies from strength to fertility. Even in tattoo pictures it differs in the way it's drawn. Then there are other trees as well.

Chinese Dragon Tattoo Pics

Chinese Tattoos Symbols, Designs, Ideas And Themes
By Chris Ryerson
Recently there's been a huge rise in the field of tattooing. With popular TV shows like Miami Heat in LA Inc. being broadcast on national TV more and more people are getting tattoos. Of particular fascination to many are Chinese tattoo symbols and designs. The art of tattooing in China actually dates back much farther then its western counterpart. In the West until he didn't come into fashion until very late in the 20th century and mainly in the early 21st century. However, the art of tattooing has a long history in many Asian cultures including China, Japan, and even Thailand just to name a few. What is ironic about this is typically tattoos are used in many of the Asian cultures to mark criminals and other social deviants.



Regardless of the past Chinese tattoo symbols have been widely adopted into the western tattoo lexicon. The mystique and foreignness of an Asian tattoo and the beauty of Chinese and Japanese writing have really sparked a lot of interest among western tattoo enthusiasts. There are many beautiful Chinese designs of themselves well to the art of tattooing. However in much of Asia since tattooing was done in criminals and social deviants many of the designs are very large and often full body pieces especially in Japan.



These often are very expensive designs and take many hours in a tattoo shop this is led many western tattoo enthusiasts to opt for Chinese symbols. The beautiful script used in China lends itself well to creating a mysterious and ancient looking tattoo that is not easily discernible by the average Westerner.



The most common Chinese tattoo symbols that are sought after are often representative of important values. For example a simple word that represents themes like love, strength, or power. Another common theme among western tattoo enthusiasts is to seek a translation of something important in the Chinese. For example it's very common for men and women alike to get the names of their children translated into Chinese and the tech to them on their shoulders arms or back.



For those wishing to embellish their tattoo their many smaller themes designs they can easily accompany Chinese Japanese writing a script. For example, men will getting Tiger, lion, or dragon to accompany their design. Women tend to opt for a more delicate designs such as the cherry blossom, yin yang symbol, or a koi fish design.



There are a wide variety of very beautiful tattoo designs throughout Asian cultures. Anyone considering getting a Chinese or Japanese tattoo would be well advised to check their overall design especially the writing with a native speaker of the language. Their many incidents where a person is purchased a flash tattoo at a local tattoo shop thinking that it meant one thing later find out that that's a totally different.

Nice Reader's Tattoo

found this in my inbox today :)

sent in by Indri

Triangle Tattoo

I noticed that there are many different meaning behind a triangle tattoo.
Does anyone know what the main meaning behind it is?

Abbey Lee Tattoo

I've always wanted to do a post on her, but it's so difficult. There are so few photos of her tattoos out there, and even less information on them.

A tattoo on her right ankle. There's a big debate on tfs about what it actually is. Some people think it's the gemini sign, whilst others think otherwise.

A heart in a square behind her right ear.

She also has script on her right wrist.
More on her to come, need to do some more digging.

King Crown Tattoo-to get a royal feeling

You really need confidence to carry king crown tattoo on any part of your body. It means that you have the bravery to call yourself a king and want the rest of the world to know about it.

It will give you a feeling of power and superiority and this is what a king crown tattoo stands for. If you choose a perfect design for it then it will give a very royal look.

This type of tattoos will also represent your royal family and give an extravagant look. So get yourself ink such tattoo from a reliable tattoo artist now

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Pisces tattoo-show your creative side to the world

Pisceans generally said to be more creative and artistic in terms of everything. Having a Piscean tattoo will show off your skills in a great way. They will not only reflect your sun sign but will also describe your inner-self.

If you are thinking to have a tattoo on your body part then a Pisces tattoo is a great option. It looks classic as well as elegant. You can have them on any part of your body like neck, upper arm, leg, chest etc.

A Pisces tattoo will give a conventional touch in a modern way. So if you are of same sun sign then check out for some great designs under this category.

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Office space

The good news: it looks like we're moving after all.
I know, i didn't really keep you up to date on the moving business, so you may have missed the part where we were sure it wasn't gonna happen, but it's back on.
I don't wanna go "YAY" just yet, but it's looking good.

The bad news: i didn't buy this desk for my new office when i had the chance, and now i can't find another one like it.

It wasn't in the best condition, but still, so awesome

Look, the other side has shelves and a secret compartment

So, if there are any collectors of mid-century Danish design furniture out there who needs to clear out their basements, i'll take a desk!

Peony Tattoo-Source of Well Being and Safety

What an exquisite peony tattoo on left arm to represent the wealth, good fortune, and prosperity! It seems the whole garden is present with the peony tattoo. The presence of red in its different shades with green leaves and yellow petals, as a whole, just steals everyone’s gaze all at once.

Different body parts, including arms, legs, shoulders, chest, etc., are used for peony tattoos. Other than that of its medicinal facts, peony tattoos represent true oriental arts.

Actually originated in Japan and China, and now, youths throughout the world, sport with peony tattoos because of the striking colors, shapes, and looks. In Europe, peony tattoos are closely linked with Virgin Mary.

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Miley Cyrus new tattoo design-just believe

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Monster Tattoo-Scream & Scary

For ages, monster tattoos have been attracting people’s attentions through their exaggerated and scaring features. Monster tattoos are born out of human’s deep imagination of the darkness and evil presence in our day-to-day lives.

Inked in different striking colors and shapes, monster tattoos are showing human’s negative characteristics, full of toxicity and voracious hunger. Monster tattoos come out of fairy concepts from childhood to adult intelligence.

The present green-faced monster is just superb! Various parts of body, consisting of arms, shoulders, necks, ribs, and legs are mostly used areas to ink monster tattoos. Sometimes, popular filmy monsters do take part in the family of monster tattoos.

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Fallen Angel Tattoo – Show Your Rebellious Side

Fallen angel tattoo has a mythological importance – it is believed some rebellious angels, after getting punishments from the God, came to earth to mix with the mortal way of life. They roam the earth till the judgment day.

Fallen angel tattoos are generally inked in heavy color, comprising black or green or red. The present fallen angel tattoo is shown in blue-black where the angel has crouched head down to symbolize remorse and sadness.

It is popular with Goths and bikers and those who worship the dark arts. Still, youths carry it in different areas, including arm, legs, shoulder, and thighs, to flaunt a dark side of their characters.

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Lindsay Lohan update Tattoo

I have to be honest, this annoyed me slightly when i found out, cause i wasn't too fond of the first one. Now she has added another.
I like the quotes and placements, it's just the different coloured stars used to decorate it.

This new one is on her right arm.
It says 'I restore myself when I'm alone'

The older one on her left arm says 'Everyone’s a star and deserves the right to twinkle'

Pixie Geldof update Tattoo

I think she's caught the tattoo bug like her sister Peaches.
The newest addition is on her right forearm.
'What will survive of us is love', a quote taken from a poem.

She also has her mother's signature on her left wrist.
A ladybug on her right wrist.
A star on the back of her neck.
A outlined shape behind each ear.
A star on her leg.

Mail Tattoo

Hi guys!

I wanna thank you all for the emails you've been sending in :) It's nice to know you guys enjoy the blog!

I also received this
I'm not sure what it says, but i love the placement :)
Thanks to Rachel W. for the picture!

E.P. NEWS >>>>

>>>>Postcard from Paris !

Art Blogger Award

(The rules for this award:
- List 10 random things about yourself
-Tag 10 other bloggers with the award (write them a comment so they know they've got it!)
-Link the person that gave you the award)

10 random facts:

1. I am currently preparing to go to the UK for university. Kinda explains my lack of posts.

2. I am a published lyricists

3. I recently went to Sydney and loved it. The weather was amazing! And i spent quite a bit of my holiday money in Supre.

4. I'm not littered with tattoos! I keep changing my mind on what to get next. If my parents ever knew i had tattoos, they would kill me.

5. I can't decide between getting a blackberry or an iphone. if i was to get a blackberry, should i wait for a new one to come out?

6. I love lomography. I love any type of photography with a twist on reality.

7. I love skins.

8. I want to move from writing lyrics to writing novels.

9. My top favourite fashion magazine is UK Glamour. They do beautiful editorials with fashion brands, as well as editorials using high street affordable clothing.

10. I am really shy in person, and i have no idea how i am going to get through freshers week at York.

10 Blogs (in no particular order) :

Le Love

4th and Bleeker

Isatou

Girl on Fire

Love More

Le Flassh

The Drifter and the Gypsy

Studded Hearts

Sincerely, Jules

Tobacco and Leather

Simple Tattoos

Source: We heart it


I'm back and in need of ideas of who you guys would like me to blog about. So leave a comment please!

I also came up with an idea inspired by 'Le Love,' where you can send me photos of your tattoo related to love and the story behind it and I'll post it up :)

Swirls Tattoo

Cat Face in Swirls Tattoo

Grateful Dead Skull Tattoo

Male Lion Tattoo

Different Legs

For those of you who have noticed, i tend to like literary tattoos or simple symbols.
But this is gorgeous.
Source: Fuck Yeah, Tattoos!

Heart Tattoo Is Popular Tattoos

Heart Tattoo Is Popular Tattoos

Heart Tattoo Design

F**k Yeah, Tattoos!

Don't be fooled by the photos I have chosen to post (I think i have a type), but this tumblr has a HUGE range of tattoos!

To visit the Tumblr:
Fuck Yeah, Tattoos!