Monday, April 5, 2010
Cross Tattoo Designs
The choice of a religious design for many has a deep faith based choice and for others, it can represent a memorial for someone they have lost.
It may give the wearer of this symbol a spiritual feeling in the same way that wearing a religious cross around the neck or some type of other physical symbol of their faith. A permanent reminder of their believes and convictions. Proudly displaying their beliefs for all to see.
There are many variations and styles of tattoo crosses representing different faiths and designs. Probably the most popular and common cross is one of the Christian faith. It represents the crucifixion of Jesus Christ on the cross. Within this category you will find many variations including the Latin cross with is a very simple and basic design. The representation is broken down thus: the vertical line = the divine, the horizontal line = the world, and where they intersect is the union of both. You may see other elements added to the cross design to represent the Christian faith such as a crown of thorns or nails representing the nails used to hang Jesus from the cross.
Some people may not have a big religious influence motivating them to get this style of tattoo, but rather find themselves attracted to the cross shape and for these fans of the cross, there are styles to be found with less of a religious overtone and rather a stylish tone. Such as celtic and gothic style cross designs.
You can find variations of cross designs combined with other subjects such as praying hands, rosary beads, flowers, doves and text.
Celtic Knot Tattoo Design
Celtic knot work is easily identified and associated with beautiful representation of Irish artwork. The interlacing knot work patterns has captivated tattoo enthusiasts and flash artists. Celtic knot tattoos are very attractive and appealing, but can also by deeply symbolic to the individuals choosing this type of flash who are often with an Irish or Scottish background. The Celtic knot consist of alternating over-and-under structure, knot like patterns developed in Irish history. Celtic tattoos are a way for people with this heritage to express their pride.
On a basic level, celtic knot tattoos symbolize eternity. The line work is an interweaving of over and under patterns of lines that have no end. Similar to the symbol of eternity which has no end. Often these celtic patterns are adorned on the skin of people expressing pride in their heritage although tattoo lovers of all backgrounds choose these beautiful pieces of work. Depending on the intricacy of the pattern and size, this design can be difficult to tattoo and some tattoo artists do not care for doing this work at all. Other artists enjoy and some even specialize in this style of artwork. Pat Fish is a well known tattoo artist specializing in celtic designs and if you have in interest in this style you should look up her work on the net.
The pattern is exact and requires an artist with patience and strength in detail. Some artis
ts do not enjoy this style and others love it. Find an artist with skills as well as one that "like
s" this style. There is nothing worse that a tattoo artist who is not enjoying the session and is not enthusiastic in his approach to your tattoo. If he is excited he'll do a better job.
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