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Dragon Tattoo Photo #304

Refined dragon tattoo in watercolor style on the shoulder
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They work across styles-from Japanese irezumi to Chinese motifs to Western fantasy. A well-planned dragon tattoo can be a statement piece that flows with the body, or a compact symbol that carries personal meaning.

Watercolor tattoos use soft color gradients and flowing edges that mimic paint on paper. The technique avoids heavy outlines, letting colors blend naturally into the skin for a light, artistic appearance.

The shoulder's rounded shape gives tattoos a natural frame, wrapping designs around the deltoid muscle. It's a versatile placement that transitions easily into a sleeve or back piece.