Vampire Bite Tattoos

Vampire Bite Tattoos Have you ever seen a vampire in a film or read about it in a book? I suppose, yes! It can be called mystery, but still one have to admit that though it is XXI outside, the interest to vampires never fades. Since Count Dracula times, they known for the habit the mark they leave on neck of their victims.

Nowadays, vampire bite tattoos are the best way to shock people and are often fancied by the representatives of new-age Gothic culture. Well, of course, this is not a kind of a tattoo design that is widespread, you will sooner find common flower, animal and butterfly tattoo designs than those of vampire bytes, which are drawn so true-to-life that the blood dripping from the wound seems real.

But who are vampires and why do they bite? They are creatures that were once humans, but then turned outcasts of society, who are used to drinking people’s blood, feel better in darkness and are afraid of garlic. If they bite a person and he or she remains alive, this person can become a vampire too. Thus their bite is called a kiss of a vampire – they kiss you into being one of them!

But nobody knows for sure, where this legend stems from, may be it is the product of our collective psyche and the unknown always stirs people’s imagination and makes us to make up stories about it, ascribe mythical features to it and flirt with it.

Vampire bite tattoos are just the way to do it, though one may argue. What certainly can’t be denied is that they make a fascinating design – two fresh holes with red blood oozing out of them, emm.. That makes a strong impression in people around, I assure you!

But who would be brave enough to have permanent vampire bite tattoos done? That’s the step one would possibly agree in the future. So vampire fans are usually tattoo the bites on body parts that are covered by clothes and not seen when at work, for instance, on the waist. Or some resort to temporary tattoos like stickers that are worn on holidays, namely on Halloween.

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Chinese Lion Tattoos

Chinese Lion Tattoos Chinese lion is a guardian lion, a sculpture made from marble and granite or cast in bronze or iron. It is traditionally placed in front of burial vaults, government residences, administrative and religious buildings in the imperial China, Japan and Central Asia and Shintoistic sanctuaries.

Imperial lions were also used privately, but only wealthy or elite families could afford such a guard before their houses, as material - stones and metal - was very expensive. In modern times substantially cheaper lions are produced, they are available for wide audience. And, well, there is a great number of people who want to place their lion closer than their front door, and namely to sacrifice some part of their body to it!

Chinese lion tattoos belong to animal tattoos and stand for vigilant watchfulness and courage. They also have a meaning of power for in China the lion was one of the animal symbols of this notion. It has a double meaning, carrying solar and lunar symbolism at the same time, the embodiment of Good and the embodiment of Evil.

As a solar one, the lion symbolizes heat, shine and strength of the midday sun as well as fire, splendor, force and firmness, justice, law and military might. The Lion is the King of animals, you know. On the contrary, the lion may stand for cruelty, fierceness, savage instinct, a war. The lunar concept of the Lion, and namely the Lioness, translates in her being in the escort of the Great Mother, or driving her chariot. So in general this animal stands for dualism in nature.

In China the lion symbolizes energy and strength, or a married man, or a powerful sovereign, as well as a guard of the Tree of Life, Law and Might. So Chinese lion tattoos promise to be attractive not only because they look great but also because of their rich symbolism.

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Hawaiian Flower Tattoos

We continue to talk about Hawaiian flower tattoos. Recently we have spoken about Hawaiian magnificent hibiscus flower, and today we’ll continue to explore flora of this remote island and find outmore about exotic flower tattoos.

Take, for instance, the Anthurium, a great choice among Hawaiian flower tattoo designs. The flower tattoos looks like a heart due to its shape and color, red and bright. It symbolizes hospitality.

Orchids can have different color patterns and unique designs. It depends on the meaning it conveys as it can stand for a number of things such as strength, magnificence, beauty, love and luxury. The Dendrobium Orchids, in their turn, are very nice and smart popular with flowers shaped like butterflies. Orchid leis (necklaces) are often tattooed on the chest in a very realistic way.

The plumerias are also among the most popular Hawaiian flower tattoos and also can be used for making flower leis of different colors. In tattoo art they can be used alone or in small groups or in hibiscus tattoo designs to accentuate them. The flower acts as a symbol of hospitality and warmth.

There’s also a flower with a fascinating and striking name of “the Birds of Paradise.” As one can easily guess, it a symbol of joyfulness and paradise. It is bright and colorful and resembles a bird in flight.

There are flowers to symbolize a particular island among the Hawaii as each of them has its official flower. A pink lokelani or pink cottage rose stands for Maui. The yellow ilima looks like a tiny hibiscus and is the official flower of Oahu. The Big Island is represented by a red lehua, which is at the same time a sacral flower to a Hawaii’s volcano goddess Pele.

You can add to your tat design some other elements that are associated with The Hawaii such as sea shells, sea waves or turtles. Other flowers of non-Hawaiian origin can also be incorporated. For men the inclusion of tribal styles and designs add a masculine touch to their Hawaiian flower tattoo. As to the places of your Hawaiian styled tattoos, they can be tattooed on a shoulder, hip, ankle of an arm.

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Hawaiian Flower Tattoos - Hibiscuc Flower Patterns

Hawaiian Flower Tattoos - Hibiscuc Flower Patterns Have you even been to the Hawaii? Or have you ever dreamt of? If you admire the Hawaiian culture or are just fascinated by its exotic plants, and at the same time long for a flower tattoo, why not stop at exotic patterns this culture can offer! These are by no means predictable designs and you will undoubtedly stand out of the crowd.

Hawaiian flower tattoos may depict such flowers as the hibiscus, plumeria, pikake and lotus. They are very traditional for the natives but exceptionally unique for tat wearers from the rest of the world.
When you decide what tattoo to choose keep in mind their symbolism. As a rule they have multiple meanings so there’re no barriers for your imagination and you can add something of your own to the original pattern to ascribe a new shade of meaning to a final image.

A hibiscus flower and namely its yellow variety is, for example, a state flower of the Hawaii. It is the first flower that comes to a person’s mind when he or she thinks of getting an exotic flower tattoo. It is also one of the few flowers that are native to the Hawaii. Perhaps for this reason a lot of people wear a hibiscus tattoo in one of its many forms. About 200 of its species are known and each of them has its unique kind of flower.

Hawaiian Flower Tattoos - Hibiscuc Flower Patterns

This flower is so attractive because it symbolizes the delicate beauty of life, and reminds us that though a human’s life is short in terms of the Universe, it never looses its significance and sacral sense. Enjoy your life! Try everything! Every minute is fascinating and full of joy. At the same time a Hibiscus flower has a peculiar meaning among the Hawaiian women: when they tuck it behind their ear it means that they are in search for a marriage partner.

Such tattoos can be done in black and white or colored in red, green, yellow, orange, pink, blue, white, and lavender. This is and excellent choice for those who want something bright and exotic.

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