Ornamental
Pattern, symmetry, and shapes that follow the body.
What it is
Mandalas, lace, geometric tiling and tribal-derived forms, laid out to sit with the anatomy rather than on top of it. The composition is the subject.
Best for
Chest, spine and shoulders, where symmetry has something to be symmetrical about.
Questions people ask
- What is a ornamental tattoo?
- Mandalas, lace, geometric tiling and tribal-derived forms, laid out to sit with the anatomy rather than on top of it. The composition is the subject.
- What is ornamental best for?
- Chest, spine and shoulders, where symmetry has something to be symmetrical about.
- How well do ornamental tattoos age?
- Well, because symmetry hides small changes and the forms are bold enough to keep their rhythm.
- What subjects suit ornamental tattoos?
- Mandalas, lace, geometric tiling, jewellery-like bands and chest ornaments.