Cobra Tattoo Photo #9048

The cobra's hood display is a warning signal-a cobra tattoo can mean you're ready to defend yourself or those you protect. In some traditions, cobras guard temples and treasures.

Blackwork tattoos use solid black ink in bold, graphic compositions. The style ranges from large filled areas and heavy patterns to intricate designs that rely on contrast between ink and bare skin.

The inner arm offers a soft, relatively flat surface that suits detailed and sensitive designs. It's a semi-private placement, visible only when the arm is turned or raised.