Most of us love tattoos and have thought about getting one. Every tattoo has a different story to tell. Have you figured out the one you want your tattoo to say? Despite being scared of needles we get the tattoo done. Hence, for all the tattoo lovers out there, we are here with a list of geometric tattoos and its types. There are many celebrities who have geometric tattoos. Now you all must be wondering what a geometric tattoo is. Well, a geometric tattoo is the one with a few designs that are geometric. Usually, a shape is repeated throughout the tattoo to create a specific design. It’s a continuous pattern that is precise and detailed. Tattoos have a sacred meaning too sometimes.
{ 1 } Sleeves
A geometric sleeve tattoo is a kind of geometric tattoo which is drawn on the upper part of the arm usually starting from shoulders till the wrist. A sleeve tattoo is a perfect canvas for bigger designs to be drawn, in both colored as well as black and white ink. This tattoo has the highest scope to show creativity.
{ 2 } Butterfly
As the name suggests it is a tattoo which represents butterflies. Different geometric shapes are used to make a butterfly. It can be drawn anywhere on your body and is usually in colored as well as black and white ink. Different types of butterflies are drawn based on your choice. You can also design your own butterfly. Butterflies symbolize freedom, beauty, and change, and are often chosen to represent a period of transformation in a person’s life.
{ 3 } Minimalist
This type of tattoo is usually a small tattoo on any part of the body. It can be drawn either by just drawing a single geometric shape or by repeating the shape to create a small design There is not much scope for creativity as it is a very small tattoo with lesser number of geometric shapes. In this tattoo, repetitive triangles are used to get a miniature design. It is a beautifully drawn miniature tattoo.
{ 4 } Tree
It is a type of tattoo where geometric shapes are used to make a tree. Trees are symbolic of the circle of life and the role played by nature in the same. Creativity can be used to make the tattoo more innovative. It is usually drawn in black and white ink. In this triangles and diamond shapes are drawn with a tree by using different strokes of lines.
{ 5 } Mountain
Geometric designs are used to make mountains and can be made creative depending on your choice. It represents the elevated attitude of a person. In this tattoo, diamond shape is used along with repetitive triangles in order to draw a mountain.
{ 6 } Watercolor
A Type of Tattoo in which Watercolors are Used. The tattoo can be anything starting from minimalistic tattoo to sleeve tattoo with a very wide range of color. You can choose the colors you want.
{ 7 } Flower
Geometric shapes are used to draw a flower. One of the most demanded and eye-catching tattoo. And is drawn in black and white as well as colored ink. In this tattoo, a triangle is used as a geometric shape and a beautiful rose is drawn in and around the triangle. It is drawn in colored ink.
{ 8 } Triangle
In this type different sizes of triangles are used to create a design for the tattoo. The triangle can be placed in any direction and can be of a variety of sizes. In the above tattoo, overlapping triangles are used to create a designer triangle tattoo. The color used is a blending shade of black and white.
{ 9 } Forearm
As the name suggests it is drawn on the forearm starting from the wrist to the front part of the elbow. It is the most common type of tattoo seen among the people. It can be drawn using both colored as well as black and white ink.
{ 10 } Lion
As the name suggests different geometric shapes are used to draw a lion. This type of tattoo is a symbol of strength and pride. Usually drawn in black ink. In the above-shown tattoo different sizes of dotwork diamonds replaced in a manner to form a lion’s face. And is drawn using black ink. A few circles are used here and there to complete the tattoo and make it look more attractive.
{ 11 } Bear
Just like the geometric lion tattoo different geometric shapes are used to draw a bear. This type of tattoo is usually not colored and the outline is drawn using black ink. Bear tattoo symbolizes strength and skill in hunting while the panda bear symbolizes good luck.
{ 12 } Space
Different geometric shapes are used to draw elements from the space like the Earth, Sun, Moon or Stars. Usually, it is made up using different colors to make it look realistic. It signifies the importance of nature and earth in a person’s life. Straight lines, triangles, and circles are used to create an impact on the space. A few planets are represented in this tattoo and are drawn by blending shades of blue and pink.
{ 13 } Mandala
Geometric designs are used to create a mandala art on a person’s body in the form of a tattoo. And mandala usually is a floral design which can be quite similar to the flower tattoo. Mandala tattoos are either done in traditional black and grey or a wide array of vibrant colors. This type represents aesthetic beauty and hence is popular among men and women. A beautiful example of floral mandala drawn with the traditional black ink. It symbolizes balance, eternity and also femininity.
{ 14 } Owl
Different geometric shapes are used to form an owl. It is usually drawn using the traditional black or grey ink. The owl is revered as an animal with immense wisdom, intelligence, and secretiveness. Different sizes of triangles, diamonds, and circles are used to draw an owl.
{ 15 } Compass
A compass is drawn usually in the black and sometimes consists of a tint of red. It represents those who are seeking guidance as a compass that is generally used to guide the sailors about the directions. A compass is drawn using triangles and circles showing the different directions and is drawn using the black ink.
{ 16 } Chest
A tattoo was drawn on a man’s chest, making it a seductive canvas for Unique Tattoo Designs. The chest gives a larger space to draw bigger tattoos. It is mostly drawn using black ink. It is a floral tattoo on a man’s chest drawn using the black ink. There is no rule as to what can be drawn on the chest so you can come up with your own designs as well.
{ 17 } Leg
These tattoos are drawn on the legs, usually the lower part of the leg. This type of tattoo can be drawn in a specific area or can even cover the entire leg and is mostly drawn using black ink. It is an example of a leg tattoo where half of the leg is covered with the tattoo. A combination of shapes are used and is drawn in black color.
{ 18 } Skull
A tattoo which is in the form of a skull. Different shapes are drawn in the form a skull symbolizing the balance between life and death. It might look bold and scary but it is gaining popularity among people. It is usually drawn in black color.
{ 19 } Lotus
Geometrical shapes are assimilated together to form a lotus which represents wise and spiritually enlightened quality in an individual. So if you are a spiritual person this tattoo can be the best one for you. A beautiful lotus tattoo was drawn using the traditional black ink.
{ 20 } Cat
Using different geometric shapes to draw a cat. The cat tattoo represents affection and attachment. It is the best option to represent your affectionate side. Triangles are used to draw the face of the cat and circles are used to draw its eyes and it consists of orange and green color. The rest of the face is shaded with blue.
{ 21 } Fox
Different geometric shapes are used to draw a fox. A fox usually symbolizes prosperity and success in business.
{ 22 } Heart
Beautiful Geometric Heart Tattoo Design on rib for female. This type of tattoo is considered to be sacred and a tattoo with a true meaning. A heart is drawn using the natural shapes. Different size of squares and triangles with other shapes are used to make a heart. It is drawn using a black outline.
{ 23 } Wrist
A tattoo which is drawn on the wrist and by using geometric shapes. It can be a floral design, or an owl or anything but is on the wrist.
{ 24 } Eagle
As the name suggests a tattoo in which geometric shapes are used to draw an eagle.it symbolizes courage and focus and is used to encourage high achievers. Different geometric shapes are used here to get an eagle as the outcome. It is outlined in black and shaded with grey color.
{ 25 } Arrow
Geometric shapes used to draw an arrow which represents moving forward and also symbolizes defense and protection from harm. Circles, diamonds, and straight lines are used to draw the arrow which is drawn in black color.
These are just a few examples of the tattoos. There are a lot more types of available for you to discover
Reading about all these tattoos makes you want to get one right? Well, I had similar thoughts while writing about them. So what are you waiting for? Choose your favorite type of tattoo and get ready to share your story with the world. Do let us know which one did you choose.