Oriental Tattoo Photo #8763

It is better to learn the specific tradition behind a motif before choosing it. Cultural context Japanese, Chinese, and other East Asian styles each have distinct symbols and rules.

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.