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Throughout the Far East, the dragon tattoo
stands as a symbol of protection and strength.
Just as American and English cultures have their
own unique body art symbols, so does the Eastern
part of the world.
Japan, China, Korea and Vietnam all have their
own historical legends behind the significance
of the dragon. Stories aside, these creatures
have become the foundation for some of the most
striking and beautiful subjects that a tattoo
artist can hope to create.
Even though dragon tattoo designs originated
in Eastern culture, it has become increasingly
popular to integrate dragon themes into other
popular skin designs. Dragons wrapped around
everything from Celtic crosses to intricate
flower designs; each one making the unique statement
that the artist is seeking.
A dragon tattoo, when done by a skilled artist,
can be a dynamic piece of art. The ability of
the body art artist to incorporate the dragon's
natural features into the subject's own body
can create a design that looks like it is alive.
Arms become tails and shoulders become dragon
haunches. With a creative artist, the possibilities
are endless. If you are adamant about having
a unique tattoo, then consider a dragon skin
design. Your own body is unique; therefore,
your design will be unique.
As a common figure in fantasy literature and
games, the dragon has gained an increase in
popularity among people who might not ordinarily
even get tattoos. Dragons representing medieval
characteristics of loyalty and wisdom have stolen
the hearts of many folks who are outside the
traditional body art demographic.
These stories have removed the evil connotations
from the form of the dragon and tattoo flash
books reflect this trend. Dragons are often
portrayed as majestic and revered creatures
than evil man-eating beasts that permeate fairy
tales.
In traditional Japanese tattoos, the reverence
which people give the dragon can be seen in
tattoos that depict the dragon holding onto
the pearl of wisdom. This is a popular motif,
and is just one more element of the dragon's
lore within this rich culture.
King George V is the first westerner believed
to have gotten a dragon tattoo. As a sailor
in the British navy, the young George ventured
to Japan and came back with an original dragon
skin design by the traditional Japanese artist
Hori Chyo. When George returned to England and
later became King, the interest in Eastern tattooing
became popular.
It can be difficult to make a final decision
when you are ready to choose your tattoo. If
you are open to anything, but have yet to decide,
make sure that you at least look at a body art
flash of the possibilities that exist with a
dragon tattoo. The dragon is a wonderful medium
that allows the artist to create something unique.
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