Dolphin Tattoo Designs   

Dolphin tattoo designs are often the tattoo of choice of many women. And why not? Humans have always been fascinated with these intelligent marine animals.  

The image of a dolphin is one of the most popular tattoo designs in the world. This can be attributed to the positive symbolism of this marine animal. Dolphins are often associated with kindness, energy, prosperity and abundance of natural resources. Moreover, these animals also often appear in dreams as guides to the unknown. As a totem animal, a dolphin also represents wisdom, harmony, freedom, trust and understanding.  

Aside from women, male surfers and sailors commonly choose dolphin designs in their tattoos. The same is also true for those who are into water sports and those who love the ocean. These tattoos are commonly inked on the upper arm, calf, ankle, shoulder or lower back. However, it is up to the person concerned to choose where he want to place his tattoo.  

Interested individuals can choose from among many kinds of dolphin designs for their tattoos. Those who want to have a whimsical body art can choose a cartoon dolphin design. This design does not look like the real dolphin and is created with lighthearted flair. Another option is the futuristic dolphin design that usually comes in metallic color. They are usually executed with surrounding scenery to give this body art a more serious look. A Celtic dolphin design is also the available for those who are partial with Celtic designs and artworks. Along with the intricate knot work that is common in Celtic art, this design highlights the elegance and grace of the dolphin. Different shades of blue may be incorporated to the knots as reference to the ocean. Lastly, tribal dolphin designs are available for those who prefer tribal designs. These usually feature aggressive dark lines and symmetrical shapes surrounding the dolphin image.  

It is not difficult to find dolphin tattoo designs. These are commonly found in books and magazines. Numerous websites also feature various dolphin designs in their databases. If you fancy any design from these sources, you can have it printed and taken to a tattoo parlor. It should be easy for professional tattoo artists to recreate these designs. If you cannot find the dolphin tattoo that is exactly what you want, you can design your own body art or hire an artist to make one for you. Once you have this, you can already proceed to the tattoo parlor to have this image tattooed on your skin.