An intricate pattern found detailing an ancient La Tene culture bronze sword. A wish for strength and success in battle, dating from before the time of iron, or of steel.
Entwined Wolves Tattoo with Celtic Tribal Design
This striking pattern of entwined wolves or Celtic greyhounds is an ideal shape for the shoulder as shown here. It is based on a grave rubbing done from an ancient high cross in Ireland.
Soldier Cross Celtic Tattoo Design 1 Soldier Celtic Cross Tattoo Design
Evening's long shadows became the night, in the small Irish graveyard where I made the grave rubbing that became this tattoo pattern. Memorial to a soldier who had fought and died in a foreign land. Not forgotten.
St Dymphna Tattoo Design
My personal favorite saint, Dymphna is the Irish patroness of mental illness and nervous disorders. The daughter of an Irish chieftain, she was martyred and now is intercessor for those who don't want to go crazy or their hands to start shaking!
