Skinhead Tattoo Photo #9446

Originating in 1960s British working-class culture with roots in Jamaican rude boy fashion and ska music, the skinhead movement later fractured into sharply opposing factions. Understanding this context matters for anyone considering or studying these designs.

Geometric tattoos use precise lines, angles, and repeated shapes to form structured compositions. Symmetry and mathematical patterns give these designs a modern, architectural quality.

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.