Cerberus Tattoo Photo #7299

As a tattoo, it's often used to represent protection, boundaries, and fierce loyalty-guarding what matters to you. Depending on the style, it can feel like a protective "guardian" symbol or a darker story about fear faced head-on.

By placing thousands of tiny dots at controlled spacing, dotwork artists achieve smooth gradients and intricate patterns. This labor-intensive method gives tattoos a unique texture that stands apart from traditional line-based work.

The chest is a bold placement choice that stays mostly concealed under clothing. Its proximity to the heart makes it a popular spot for meaningful symbols, text, and portrait work.