Inked Mag Staff
February 20th, 2017
Find Out the Meanings Behind These Tattoos!
Sometimes it can be awkward to ask about someone's ink—this list makes it so you might not have to!
Maybe something on the list will inspire your next piece!
Although tattoo art can be very personal, there are traditions when it comes to what we put on our bodies. You can never be sure what someone’s ink means to them unless you ask, but it is helpful to know that there are some symbols that have traditionally carried cultural weight—especially when used in body art. Here’s a handy guide to help you understand what different images can mean in tattoos!

Source: Instagram @knoteyetattoo; @whoisjillea; @passion_and_madness
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