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One of the most popular options is to add a frame.
This method not only makes your tattoo more eye-catching but also helps to separate it from other tattoos if you have a lot going on with your body art.
Just like when shopping for picture frames in real life to decorate your home, picking a tattoo frame can be tricky business if you’re not sure where to start. You can get something as simple as a black border line around your desired tattoo, or you can have your frame look like a genuine real-life picture frame.
Why stop with the simple options though? If you really want to skyrocket your creativity, try going with an unconventional frame such as a flowing floral pattern, mind-twisting abstract design, or something complex and mechanical. The frame can even be made to look as if your tattoo is literally embedded in your flesh for a really eye-catching experience.
While your tattoos are expressions of who you are, your tattoo frames are more of an expression of what your tattoos are and how you want to present them. No matter what option you go with, it needs to make your tattoo pop and enhance its look. This is especially important if you have many tattoos that are all competing with one another for attention.
Check out this awesome black and white pet portrait surrounded by a royal golden frame and pink flowers. Placed on the upper arm, this female tattoo combines both elegance and cuteness in one package. As a tribute to any past or current pet, this art of framing your pup gives off a treasured and loving vibe.
When it comes to frame tattoos, don’t feel limited by photo-worthy landscapes, portraits, etc. You can skip the artistic paintings too and get creative with your own inner creation. Here’s a beautiful example of using a combination of pink and red rose flowers alongside white baby’s breath flowers. All of which is framed in a stunning pink frame with round white pearls. This women’s arm tattoo is an exceptionally prime example of how a classy tattoo design is done.
Calling all bookworms! I love this three-dimensional scene of a woman reading a book with a single upright page end and breathtaking floral background. To capture all of these wonderful details into one moment, this forearm tattoo features a solid golden border in a symbolic shape. Small in size but heavy on the details, I love the feminine nature of this design.
Wow, need I say more? This ultra-realistic golden framed oil painting is truly one of a kind. Placed on the inner forearm, this unbelievable piece of body art is truly phenomenal. It’s a great example of how to take your favorite painting from paper or canvas and transfer it onto the skin. Best of all, your painting selection can represent all sorts of unique meanings.
I love the flowing river design and the stunning natural landscape that features a glowing daylight style. This design is rather warm and gives me the impression of a happy, carefree day. Speaking of carefree, take a look at how effortlessly the water stream rolls over the golden frame. A simple look around further reveals watercolor clouds, ornate scrolls in the golden frame, and all sorts of gemstones from ruby to sapphire and emerald. Look a bit closer and you’ll see the painting has an empty space on the left side of the frame. Perhaps this is a doorway with a secrete meaning lurking behind it?
Your picture frame truly doesn’t need a picture to be complete. Perhaps you are the beauty creation worth admiring? In this case, the artist has taken a detailed approach to making a simple frame outline design with ornate characteristics. I find the shoulder location of the body to be the perfect spot for an oval frame such as the one above.
Here’s another example of an empty frame that keeps all of the focus on the frame itself. This gold frame features a 3D design that really pops off of the body and captures your immediate attention. While more masculine in style, you can’t help but admire the intricate details of this elegant frame. I find this design to have a luxury and royal vibe attached to it.
Frame tattoo meanings and symbolism:
What do frame themed designs mean and symbolize?: Frame tattoos symbolize a variety of concepts, from memories to protection. The most important and most meaningful message behind your frame will of course be the picture or artwork inside.
In some cases, frames are used as memorial tributes to lost loved ones. They can also be used to represent commitment and stability, signifying that a person is rooted in place. Frame tattoos can also be associated with protection, culturally representing a boundary or barrier to external harm. There are many different types of frame tattoos, including Celtic knots and mandala-inspired designs. Whatever the design, the concept of framing is meant to create a sense of security and stability for the wearer.
Traditional frame tattoo designs often feature intricate patterns and bold lines that form an enclosure or barrier around the wearer’s body art. These frames can be decorated with scrollwork, floral motifs, or geometric shapes that give an added sense of symbolism to the tattoo. Popular motifs include animals, plants, and sacred symbols like spirals and mandalas. Frame tattoos can also be used as a symbol of unity or connection between two individuals.
In some cultures, frame tattoos are seen as a form of spiritual protection. For example, in Polynesia, frame tattoos are often used to create a spiritual or protective shield around the wearer’s body. This type of tattoo is usually composed of geometric shapes such as squares or triangles that form an enclosure around certain parts of the body or even the entire body.
In addition to spiritual protection, frame tattoos can also serve as memorial tributes to lost loved ones. The frame acts as a physical reminder that they are no longer here but will always remain close in spirit. This type of tattoo often features an inscription inside the frame that reads something like “in loving memory” or “forever remembered” as a tribute to the person who has passed away.
Frame tattoos can be used for many different reasons and will always remain popular due to their timeless beauty and deep symbolism. Whether it’s for spiritual protection, remembrance of a loved one, or for another purpose entirely; these captivating designs will always have a special place in our hearts and on our bodies!
