Navy Tattoo Photo #6299

Many people choose them as reminders of discipline and perseverance, or as memorials for a sailor or veteran. For others, the imagery stands for guidance, steady leadership, and the ability to stay calm through rough conditions.

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.

The collarbone's clean horizontal line provides a natural guide for elongated designs. This placement adds a subtle accent to the upper body and works especially well with fine-line and minimalist styles.