In Loving Memory Tattoos: Art To Pay Tribute

Posted on February 3, 2009
Filed Under Before You Decide, Curious Tattoo Facts, Tattoo History, Tattoo Meanings

Many people decide to get a tattoo to pay tribute to the passing of someone important to them. These tattoos help people to keep that special someone with them always, and can bring some comfort while the grief takes their hearts.

An “In Loving Memory” tattoo can be intricate or quite simple. You can use a small, significant symbol such as a star or an angel and include dates of birth and death. Or you may tattoo a symbol of a special interest you might have shared with your loved one such as music, motorcycles, or nature. A tattoo image of something you shared could make a great body art tribute on its own or as an added element to a larger tattoo.

You may wish to take a portrait photograph of your loved one to the tattoo artist that you plan to work with. Talk to him about getting a portrait tattoo, and ask to see some examples of previous similar work he has done. You will want to work with an artist whose abilities allow him to produce a good likeness from a photo.

Designing your memorial tattoo may be a bittersweet activity as you think about the happy memories and also realize that you will be going on without your loved one. Getting the tattoo will bring you comfort, and also create opportunities to share your memories with others.

Below are the photos of very nice “In Loving Memory” tattoos. And please, remember that you’re looking though not just pictures, but the trach of people’s pain, watered with tears:

In Loving Memory Tattoos: Art To Pay Tribute

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Wars And Their Sad Legacy: Fallen Soldier Tattoo on July 7th, 2009 2:02 am

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Wars And Their Sad Legacy: Fallen Soldier Tattoo | Learn Tattoo Blog on July 8th, 2009 6:40 pm

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