Thai Tattoo Photo #5884

The designs combine geometric patterns, animal figures, and Pali script believed to offer protection, luck, or spiritual guidance. Each pattern follows a visual grammar rooted in Theravada Buddhist and Hindu tradition.

Illustrative tattoos combine elements of traditional illustration with tattooing techniques, blending detailed linework with expressive shading. The style bridges the gap between fine art and body art.

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.