The St. Andrew's cross flag of the Kingdom of Scotland, known as the Saltire, is here represented in a clever Celtic knotwork pattern. Bringing together both the nationalistic pride of this ancient race and the intricacy of an unmistakably Celtic piece of art.
Newgrange Triple Spirals Tattoo Design
Deep within the innermost chamber of the Newgrange passage tomb in Ireland's Boyne valley, 6,000 years old, older than the Egyptian pyramids, this evocative spiral stands eternal watch over the burial place of the high kings.
Newgrange Triple Spiral Celtic Tattoo Design
Irish Family Cross Tattoo Design
A classic high cross with a shamrock center, in which to place a significant initial. On his 20th birthday this man chose to get a Celtic cross very similar to the ones I put on his father and uncle in 2003. A family tradition!
Carrick Bend Rope Knot Tattoo Design
The Carrick bend is known as the "Sailors' Breastplate", and as the "Wake knot" when it is used as a heraldic badge. This knot's name dates back to at least 1783, when it was included in a nautical dictionary. A man soon to tie the knot with his fiancée of 6 years decided to get this permanent knot on his arm. It is used to join two ropes together, and is preferred for hawsers and cables because it draws up tight under load.
