Star Tattoo - Strong Ink For Symbolism

A star tattoo is an excellent choice as a design to get inked with. They have everything that embodies a good, strong, tattoo: History, symbolism, and individuality qualities.

The star tattoo has a strong history going back to sailors who would get nautical stars tattooed as a symbolism of guidance; leading them through battle and guiding them safely back.

Since then this strong star symbolism has been adapted by the punk movement, mixed martial arts fighters, and has continued to be worn by military men and women. But it also has been adapted by everyday individuals seeking their own personal symbolism of strength and guidance.

It is a rare tattoo design that is popular among many groups and individuals as well; in a way bonding tattoo wearers together who may have different backgrounds and belief systems, but all believe in and seek strength and guidance in their own individual lives.

Another important aspect of the star tattoo is how it rises above becoming a "trendy" type of tattoo. Despite that it is popular and may be seen frequently, because of its strong history and strong symbolism it still remains a very cool and individual tattoo to get, rather than a cheesy tat with nothing behind it.

There are many different star tattoo designs to choose from. There's not only the classic nautical star, but other new designs available (as well as variations on the nautical star design). It's a great idea to visit a tattoo shop, or an online tattoo gallery, to view both classic designs, and the latest star tattoo designs so that you're ensured you find the best for you.

Heart Not Time

"I do not like the concept of linear time," Fredrika said to me, "moments and feelings should be more important".

This was her thought behind this tattoo:

I met Fredrika in Penn Station last month and she was kind enough to share this tattoo on her forearm.

She has a lot of ink, but this is her favorite piece.

Fredrika hails from Hamburg, where she is lead singer for a band called Jaguar of My Dreams.

Thanks to Fredrika for sharing with us here on Tattoosday!

Rune's Viking Reflects His Cultural Pride

On a Friday last month, I ran into a couple from Denmark near Herald Square in the pedestrian median between Broadway and 6th Avenue.

The gentleman had a lot of work done on his legs, so I approached and introduced myself. Rune was kind enough to not only share a tattoo, but to pull up his shorts a bit to reveal this tattoo that ran from his mid-thigh down to his calf:

 

Rune explained that this Viking tattoo reflects the pride he has in the old history of the Norsemen that inhabited Scandinavia in the earliest part of the last millenium.

Rune credits Frans at Hugo Tattoo with this wonderful work.

Thanks to Rune for sharing this cool tattoo with us here on Tattoosday!