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Without a doubt, dragon tattoo patterns are
some of the most popular styles out there. Don’t
take our word for it-just go to any local beach
and check out the array laid out before you.
What is it about these mythical creatures that
drive people into tattoo studios in droves?
The following is an explanation of the phenomenon
of the dragon tattoo, and why it’s become so
popular in the past decade.
First, it’s important to look at the beast
behind the design. Amazingly, dragons are embedded
in cultures throughout the world. In studying
ancient civilizations, one comes across the
dragon in one form or another in European, Oriental,
and Iranian tradition. The dragon certainly
has some grounding in real life. Look no further
than monitor lizards or other scaly serpents
and you’ll find real world examples. How the
dragon became so ubiquitous in cultures across
the globe may be a mystery, but it is certainly
a testament to how powerful and appealing these
mythical creatures are. No matter who you are
or where your ancestors came from, a dragon
can fit into the way you define yourself.
Dragons are generally depicted as reptilian
creatures. While their appearance varies across
cultures, dragons usually share the same characteristics
regardless of what culture you’re studying.
In virtually every case, this mythical beast
is capable of rapid flight, as well as the ability
to spit fire, sending enemies reeling. The combination
of these two factors make the dragon one of
the most fearful creatures roaming the earth,
so watch out!
Your dragon tattoo represents something different
to everyone who views it. Apart from just being
an intricate, beautiful design, the tattoo holds
symbolic value as a way to express the things
that are important to you. On a man, the dragon
might represent power, or wisdom. Many people
see dragons on women as a sign of cunning and
deviousness.
It’s important to remember that dragons can
both help and hurt human beings. Mythical dragons
often served as the wizard’s steed, providing
transport into and out of battle. At the same
time, evil dragons were dangerous creatures
capable of destruction without so much as a
second’s notice. Their hot fire could instantly
melt the bravest of warriors. Perhaps that’s
part of the dragon’s appeal; contemplating this
beast makes people run the gamut of emotions.
Without more information, there’s no way of
knowing whether the dragon you see is helpful
or harmful. In a sense, you’re almost forced
to inquire further details. That’s one of the
benefits of an interesting, provocative dragon
tattoo: it’s an instant conversation starter.
After all, isn’t that one of the reasons people
get tattoos in the first place?
If you’ve been thinking about getting another
tattoo (or your first!), you should strongly
consider a dragon as your chosen style. These
powerful creatures evoke the powerful emotions
from tattoo artists, and you’re sure to come
out of the studio with a design that will astonish
everyone lucky enough to see it.
About the Author
Picking a tattoo design to put on your body
is no easy task. The challenge of picking and
finding a design you think you will love forever
is half the fun. The second half of the fun
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