Dragon Tattoo Photo #331

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.

Using lines of varying thickness to define shape and depth, linework tattoos achieve expression through economy. The absence of shading keeps the focus on the quality and flow of each stroke.

Forearm tattoos benefit from a natural canvas that follows the arm's long shape. Designs can wrap around the arm or sit on the inner or outer surface, giving flexibility in how the tattoo is displayed.