Celtic Tattoo Photo #2282

Key characteristics include interlaced knotwork where lines weave over and under each other without beginning or end, spirals, and stylized animals or figures. Authentic Celtic design has mathematical precision-the weaving follows consistent rules.

Sketch-style tattoos replicate the look of pencil or pen drawings, often including visible construction lines and loose strokes. The intentionally unfinished quality gives the design an artistic, work-in-progress feel.

The back provides the largest continuous canvas on the body, ideal for detailed scenes and large-scale compositions. Upper back pieces are easy to conceal, while full-back tattoos make a dramatic statement.