As you know 2012 is a year of Dragon according to the Chinese calendar,
and dragons become especially popular symbols this year. Dragon tattoos
always were made by bright, brave and modern people. Dragons are often
chosen by both men and women and the great diversity of the designs
allow everyone to choose unique dragon tattoo to reveal his/her
individuality and personal character. Such tattoos are always beautiful
and attract a lot of attention.
Dragon is the most powerful, beautiful and mysterious creature, known
by people from the ancient times but never seen in real world. Dragons
are popular characters of legends and myths of many nations, well known
all over the world.
And thus dragon tattoos are the most popular designs
nowadays, that look attractive both on men and women and a re thought
to bring luck, power and wisdom. But before making a dragon tattoo,
thing well about it’s meaning. Dragon tattoo connotations can vary
greatly depending on culture and style of the tattoo you choose.
So, first of all it’s important to find out all about the meaning of
dragon tattoos. In any case, it’s very useful, because you’ll have to
explain the meaning of your tattoo and why you’ve made it more than
once. So, there are two styles of dragon tattoos – Eastern and Western
dragons.
Western dragon tattoos usually depict a beautiful mythical creature
with massive wings, often flying or breathing with fire. It looks
extremely powerful and wild. In European mythology dragon is a popular
character, often dangerous and clever. And such dragon tattoo usually
means power, strength and passion.
Eastern dragon tattoos are totally different both in looks and
meaning. Eastern dragon powers all four elements and is practically the
ruler of the world. Dragon in the East is often associated with
Emperor’s power and is a highly respected creature. Eastern dragons
usually don’t have wings, but have long body, resembling snakes’. That’s
why such dragon tattoos look wonderful on the back, along the spine.
The owner of such dragon tattoo attracts fame, money and success. Dragon
tattoo often reveals that its owner has a strong will and character and
even is a bit dangerous.
So if you are sure, you want a dragon tattoo here are top recommendations for you:
1. All quality tattoos, and dragon designs are not an exception, are
rather expensive. So, it’s very important to choose a good, professional
tattoo artist. A dragon tattoo, you are going to make, will be with you
for the rest of your life, that’ why it’s worth while to choose a great
artist who makes inspiring designs. Your tattoo will say much about
you, so try not to look cheap – a beautiful design made by great artist
always speak for itself.
2. That’s why to choose the design wisely is so important. If you
don’t want look like many other people with a design made from catalog,
think well about uniqueness. People usually make tattoos to distinguish
themselves from the crowd, but choosing it from catalog spoils all the
effect. If you decide to make a dragon tattoo there are two variants you can either find an artist whose works inspire you, talk to him and
order a unique design, but here the coincidence of your tastes is
especially important. If you aren’t so sure in the artist’s taste or
want to express yourself, your personality and unique character in your
tattoo – than internet can help you. You can either draw the design
yourself, or find a unique design you can easily modify and adjust to
your needs online. If you aren’t painter, to choose and modify a dragon
tattoo you’ll like would be ideal.
