Christian Tattoo Photo #5667

Common imagery includes crosses, crucifixes, doves, fish (ichthys), angels, praying hands, rosaries, sacred hearts, and depictions of Christ or saints. Scripture verses and religious phrases also appear frequently.

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 ribcage offers a private placement that only shows when the wearer chooses. Its curved surface adds dimension to designs, though the area is known for being one of the more sensitive spots to tattoo.