Monkey Tattoo Photo #19240

Few animals carry as wide a range of cultural meaning as the monkey. Depending on where and how it is depicted, the same creature can represent divine wisdom, playful mischief, raw instinct, or cunning intelligence.

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.