Swallow Tattoo Photo #2202

Born on the decks of sailing ships, the swallow marked a sailor's experience and promised a safe return home. Today the bird carries meanings of loyalty, freedom, and the miles traveled through life.

Sketch-style tattoos replicate the look of pencil or pen drawings, often including visible construction lines and loose strokes. The intentionally unfinished quality gives the design an artistic, work-in-progress feel.

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.