Today a man requested a custom dog band for his shin, an unusual placement that we made more effective by placing a knot on the front center and also at the back. The calf is a great place for a tattoo, the taut skin lets me do highly precise line-work. In this case the lines, wicker shading, and dots give a variety of textures and tones.
Celtic War Dog Band by Pat Fish
Today a returning client opted to get this unique tree of life, a blending of Celtic and Nordic styles. The compelling symbol has been present in many cultures across the ages, and now is a very popular tattoo design.
'Eternal Tree' Celtic Tattoo by Pat Fish
The precision of Celtic knot work and the wild style of the Vikings are united in this tree of life tattoo design that draws strength from the earth and rises to the heavens.
Recently a woman came asking for something elegant and simple, feminine and powerful, to decorate her wrist with permanent jewelry. This ancient spiral cuff, a pattern that predates the Celtic cultures, has timeless beauty.
La Tene Celtic Swirls Tattoo by Pat Fish
Simple and elegant, these spiraling swirls date back to the pre-Celt La Tene culture and make a lovely bracelet, as shown, or anklet.
Recently a mother came in asking for a tattoo to symbolize the love across generations. The initials E and L, for the names of her two children, are woven into the vines that twine through this Celtic symbol for motherhood. The tiny violet is in honor of a child no longer with her, but not forgotten.
'Growing Heart' Celtic Motherhood Tattoo by Pat Fish
The Celtic motherhood hearts are entwined with growing vines, representing the way she loves her connection with her children and how they grow inside her and then beside her. The bond of love expressed in a permanent visual way.
