{"id":61607,"date":"2022-07-11T12:21:35","date_gmt":"2022-07-11T12:21:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.artspainter.com\/?p=61607"},"modified":"2022-07-11T12:21:35","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T12:21:35","slug":"12-amazing-dragon-tattoo-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artspainter.com\/blog\/12-amazing-dragon-tattoo-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Amazing dragon Tattoo Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_SIxARsNGeQ?autoplay=1&#038;mute=1\"><\/iframe>The dragon is a mythical creature that is often depicted in tattoos. It has a long history and has been seen in many different types of art work, including tattoos. The dragon tattoo can be made in a variety of styles and can feature amazing details. This article discusses 12 dragon tattoos that are creative and inspiring.<\/p>\n<p>Biomechanical TattooDragon TattooArm PieceTribal Dragon TattooDragon Tattoo DesignJapanese Dragon TattooDragon Tattoo DesignsTribal Dragon TattooTribal Dragon TattooTribal Dragon TattoosDragon And Butterfly TattooDragon TattoosDragon Wings Tattoo<\/p>\n<p>This article was written by tattoo enthusiast Lisa Jenkins for BMEzine.comat http:\/\/www.bmezine.com\/2011\/05\/dragon_tattoos_12_amazing_ideas\/ .<\/p>\n<p>Today we have twelve dragon tattoo ideas for your inspiration. Be sure to check out our previous posts as well, where you will find a wide selection of dragon tattoos for men and women.<\/p>\n<p>The dragon is one of the most popular mythical creatures in the world. Ever since the beginning of time, people from different cultures around the globe have been fascinated with dragons, and you can see that in their art and stories. The earliest form of dragon-like images comes from the Chinese, who created dragons as guardians of their temples and other important buildings.<\/p>\n<p>What&#8217;s interesting about today&#8217;s dragon tattoos is that they are not limited to East Asia anymore. They are now present all over the world, including North America.<\/p>\n<p>The dragon is a very important figure in Chinese culture, so it&#8217;s no surprise that we see many different designs out there featuring Oriental dragons. Because they&#8217;re so popular, people often associate dragons with Chinese or Oriental culture in general. But Eastern European countries also have their own version of dragons, called wyverns . Unlike oriental dragons (which are relatives of snakes), wyverns are more closely related to birds of prey \u2013 and you can clearly see that in their shapes and features. Wyverns were known for having poisonous barbs on their tails<\/p>\n<p>Dragon tattoo is an ancient symbol of power, strength and good luck. It is worn by both men and women to convey a message or a wish. Dragons are believed to bring fortune and wealth to their owners. And that is why dragon tattoos are popular among business people and gamblers.<\/p>\n<p>Tattoo styles of dragons differ a lot. They can be realistic, cartoonish, abstract or symbolic. But the most popular dragon tattoo styles are Japanese, Chinese, Celtic and Norse. Dragon tattoos have also become very popular among tattoo lovers from other countries.<\/p>\n<p>And no wonder! Dragons are incredibly beautiful creatures which look stunning on human body. Dragon tattoos can be inked on any part of the body \u2013 back, chest, shoulder or arm. And if you want to get a dragon tattoo inked on your leg or ankle, choose the colorful style of dragons only because they look great on those places.<\/p>\n<p>Dragon tattoos have different meanings for different people but there are some interpretations which are more common than others:<\/p>\n<p>Strength &#038; Protection: Some people who have been through hard times in their lives use dragon tattoos as a sign of strength and protection against future problems. Dragon tattoos often represent the power to overcome obstacles and negative emotions as well as a wish to be safe all the time.<\/p>\n<p>DRACULA HAS been a part of popular culture for centuries. It is no wonder then that he has also become associated with many other things as well. For example, he is usually seen as a vampire but there are those who know what the true Dracula truly is, and still more who do not know.<\/p>\n<p>Tattoos have been known to be around for thousands of years and they will continue to be a part of our lives. As such, there are more than one type of tattoo that can be placed upon the human body. One dragon tattoo design has become very popular amongst those who love it and enjoy getting inked with it.<\/p>\n<p>This particular design is popular because it is so detailed, beautiful and colorful. And also because you may choose from a variety of different kinds of dragons, each with its own unique characteristics, size and colors.<\/p>\n<p>Dragon tattoo<\/p>\n<p>Dragon tattoos are extremely popular, especially among men. Because dragons are so popular, you can find thousands of different dragon tattoo designs to choose from.<\/p>\n<p>Dragon tattoos come in all shapes and sizes and feature a variety of different dragon styles. Some have the head of a dragon, some have the body and tail of a dragon and some have a full-body dragon.<\/p>\n<p>Tattoo designs include: Chinese dragons, Japanese dragons, European dragons, American dragons and water dragons just to name a few. A lot of people get Asian style dragon tattoos because they want an exotic design on their bodies. But some people get western style dragon tattoos because they want something that is more familiar or looks more realistic.<\/p>\n<p>The most common colors for dragon tattoos are black and red. These two colors really make the design pop off your body. However, there are many different colors to choose from including: green, blue, yellow, orange, purple and pink.<\/p>\n<p>There is also a choice of what kind of ink you would like your dragon tattoo done in: traditional or blackwork (shading). If you opt for traditional ink then expect your artist to use black ink for the majority of the tattoo with white ink for highlights and details. If you go with blackwork then expect<\/p>\n<p>The ancient Chinese dragon (long) is the only mythological creature in China widely used in art. It is usually depicted as a long, scaled, serpentine creature with four legs, often shown with a set of claws. Originally the character for &#8220;dragon&#8221; was used as a symbol for the emperor and emperors were compared to dragons.<\/p>\n<p>The dragon was a symbol of power and strength from at least the Warring States period (480\u2013221 BC). During the Qin dynasty (221\u2013207 BC), the Emperor Qin Shi Huang (reigned 210\u2013209 BC) is said to have been presented with a dragon robe by two envoys from eastern Liaoning. The Emperor had the garment placed upon a large gold tripod and presented it to his courtiers.<\/p>\n<p>The Imperial Dragon Court Orchestra \u2013 comprising only female musicians \u2013 was established towards the end of the Qing Dynasty and performed rites dedicated to longevity and good fortune using instruments such as the suona, pipa and guanzi, accompanied by chanting and drums.<\/p>\n<p>Imperial standards bearing Chinese dragons were employed throughout history by Imperial China and successive dynasties to symbolize imperial power, similar to flags in Western nations. The nine-rank system used by Han Chinese emperors and some other nobility is also based on<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/T1CYoULcb3o?autoplay=1&#038;mute=1\"><\/iframe><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/31hUNPyVzmA?autoplay=1&#038;mute=1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The dragon is a mythical creature that is often depicted in tattoos. It has a long history and has been seen in many different types of art work, including tattoos. The dragon tattoo can be made in a variety of styles and can feature amazing details. 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