An adorable old school sharkSource)
El Mar has been the subject of fascination for human beings since time immemorial. Therefore, it is not uncommon to find thousands and thousands of sea tattoo designs based on its waters, its flora, fauna or even means of transport ...
In this post you will discover how versatile a seemingly simple design is… And the almost endless possibilities of getting a wonder tattooed on your skin!
Old school esqualos
Old school mermaid (Source)
Maybe the style old school It is one of those who are most inspired by sea tattoos, perhaps due to its sailor origins. There are many interesting possibilities that lead us to opt for a old school tattoo. And it seems that their thick strokes and its bright colors they get along very well with the marine aesthetic.
One of the most popular old school tattoo designs is ships (Source)
Whether it's a shark tattoo, more harmless fish or a mermaid in a sensual pose (sailors had to make do with something on their long voyages) or even inanimate objects based on ocean paraphernalia (you know: anchors, ships, sailor hats ...) everything seems to get an aura more cool if you tattoo with the style old school (the rhyme is on purpose;)).
New horizons
Octopus tattoo, a frequent motif in Japanese tattoos. The Kanji means "dream" (Source)
But if this more traditional aesthetic does not attract you, you have a lot of other possibilities if you want a tattoo of the sea, such as minimalist designs or the diametrically opposite: incredible realistic tattoos with epic scenes of battles at sea.
Another of the styles most related to tattoos of the sea is the Japanese. This style is not only inspired by beautiful geisha and cherry blossoms, but also by giant waves, octopuses and magic dragons, masters of the deep.
A simple and pretty tattoo; the sea is simply a ripple.
The good thing about sea tattoos is that they can fit all styles and they are for all tastes. And you, have you already found yours?