Celtic 'Triplicate Significance' Dedication Tattoo

Today a returning client chose this design as a dedication for his father and two grandfathers. Wearing the names of these men in the center of his chest is a way to show his connection with them, and honor their continuing influence, having guided him to become the man he is today.

'Triplicate Significance' Celtic Tattoo by Pat Fish

"One of the most recognizable Celtic symbols, the triskle within a circle makes a beautiful tattoo. This allows for three significant words or names to be placed in the ring. Often the names of children or other loved ones are placed inside the ring, which acts like a banner in a dedication tattoo."

Custom Celtic 'Sleeve of Power' Tattoo

Today was the second session in the evolution of this dynamic Celtic Knotwork Sleeve. The goal was to make his first tattoo as big as possible, covering the entire upper arm. Go big or go home!

Celtic 'Sleeve of Power' Tattoo by Pat Fish

If you'd like to check out the previous session, its blog post is HERE.

Pictish Geometric Spiral Chest Plate Tattoos

Today marks the culmination of 50 hours of tattooing to create this set of sleeves and now the chest piece. All based on Pictish key patterns and spirals, they represent the highest expression of my goal of bringing the ancient patterns to life in skin. Tribal? This is my kind of tribal.

Pictish Geometric Spiral Tattoos by Pat Fish

Here is a link to the previous blog post about this client's sleeves in the same style:

http://www.luckyfish.com/blog/a-sleeve-to-live-up-to

Double Diamond Knot Celtic Band Tattoos

Recently a happily married couple came to have the pattern on their wedding rings made into permanent symbols of their devotion. His arm band matches her anklet, both replicating an ancient nautical knot that is a favorite used to form a decorative loop at the end of a lanyard. It is variously known as the double diamond, Carrick bend, and Josephine knot. In heraldry it is the Wake knot, and figures on the badges of many families.

Their rings were crafted by the esteemed jeweler Wilfy Mac Manus, of Mac Manus & Sons, who I recommend unhesitatingly for Celtic jewelry.