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Do you want to have this daily reminder that you are allowed the same rights as everyone else?
The bow and arrow tattoo is for you.
This primitive weapon and sport has long been used for hunting and protection. Having this tattoo on your body can be an emblem of free spirit, power and strength. An archery themed tattoo can also symbolize your cultural diversity if you have a makeup that includes Native people.
You can wear these symbols in many different ways. A simple bow and arrow tattoo for women is a nice choice. Being so small, they can be placed almost anywhere on your body. A bow and arrow heart tattoo is another great one that would be specific to women! It would be pretty difficult for a guy to pull it off! This can symbolize your love for archery or something else!
Some other good ones could be a woman archer shooting a bow and arrow up to the sky. “Shoot for the stars!” This can symbolize your desire to chase your dreams and let nothing get in your way!
The ideas are limitless and so meaningful. If you are a woman who follows the zodiac signs and are a dedicated Sagittarius, sporting the bow and arrow tattoo can be a sign of devotion to the title! A “shoot for the stars” tattoo would also represent a Sagittarius as this is associated with the constellation Sagittarius.
Follow your arrow! This tattoo has amazingly done petite lines and absolutely amazing shading! With the beautiful gradient of vermilion in the tip of the arrow, and the light bit of amethyst there is definitely just enough in this arrow to come together perfectly!
Beautiful details of dainty dots and delicate lines, this arrow is a geometric masterpiece! The dots are carried all throughout the arrow, it all comes together magnificently! The bow itself is beautifully intertwined lines just complete the creativeness of this piece of art!
Minimalist details, and an emphasis of shading, this bow and arrow definitely resembles class! Keeping it simple with black and white, this artist did an absolutely amazing job with their shading technique!
Adding some beautiful greenery that matches perfectly with this bow and arrow, there is definitely a majestic feeling! With compliments of lavender purple in the gemstone and in the flower, this tattoo perfectly complements itself!
Adding golds and blues, this artist definitely has a very delicate style! Adding aspects of liquid movement with the butterfly, and the dotted lines, this piece just flowers perfectly!
Colors of purple, and blue, and even a pop of rouge add elegance to this piece! Dripping with gemstones and threads of gold dripping down from the bow make for a very graceful tattoo! And that pop of red on top, just makes it seem bursting with color!
Incorporating a compass, this tattoo definitely can point you in the right direction! Using dashes and dots, complemented with shaded in circles, this piece definitely has a compass or two!
Pointing to the stars, this arrow is definitely headed to the stars! With intricate shapes, and impeccable details, this bow and arrow gives a feeling of dignification! Especially using very geometrical shapes to align everything to near perfection!
Using lilac to fill in the flowers, as well as the beautifully designed feather at the end, this tattoo gives a very simplistic feeling! And that moon has absolutely astonishing shading and dimension!
Making a creative move, this tattoo has a wonderfully crafted blue gradient bow! Anf the middle periwinkle color of the gradient is used again in the butterfly keeping a consistent color palette! Everything compliments each other perfectly!
Using many different tones of blue, and an awe worthy golden yellow, this arrow definitely uses colors! As well as impeccable shading in the mood to add many layers of dimension, this tattoo really sparks the want for some adventure!
Keeping it simple with a dainty outline of the bow and arrow placed expertly on the bicep, This arrow is minimalistic, and very practical!
Adding the concept of fluid lines, this tattoo keeps the motion going! Using fine lines, and many shades of gray, this tattoo is a very soft and delicate looking piece!
The detail on that feather is just astonishing! Adding separation to the individual fibers with different gray tones, and keeping with those same gray tones in the moon, this tattoo definitely has some impeccable detail!
Simple black ink geometric shapes make this bow and arrow tattoo a minimalist lovers delight. I love the bead feather at the bottom plus the multi-arrow theme.
Adding some lively yellow in the sunflower, this tattoo makes for an absolute eye catcher! With flawless placement on the back of the bicep, this tattoo makes for an amazing piece of body art!
Using flowers to make this tattoo, this bow and arrow certainly has a more natural feeling! With leaves and vines making up the boy, And flowers coming out of the arrow in not one, but two places, this tattoo has some very intricate features!
Using shading instead of color, this tattoo has many different types of grays and blacks! But taking a look at the gemstone, it has some white placed very expertly, to give it that sparkling look!
Using very light rouge, as well as a light lilac color, this piece definitely has just the right pop of color placed in just the right places! Perfect for your bicep!
Using lines that are broken and completed all in one with circles, and continuing the circles and dainty lines all throughout the tattoo, this one definitely has plenty of delicacy, and attention to detail!
Dark gray and ebony to create every expertly done detail, this tattoo has amazing detail in every last little nook and cranny!
Keeping the focus on this gem, there are absolutely amazing highlights done all through this amazing piece of art! They have highlights in the upper portion on the gem, as well as the diamonds, giving it an absolutely shimmering look!
Keeping the focus on this message, the bow is made of very petite flowers, and very simple Lines, there is plenty of elegance to go around!
Adding plenty of pops of color, there are amazing pastels all throughout! Using every single color at least twice, there is some beautifully done consistency to this piece!
Using an absolutely breathtaking array of shapes, this tattoo keeps up a theme of intricacy, and small, delicate shapes! Very Classy!
Encapsulated on a circle made of even smaller circles, as well as a perfectly shaded crescent moon and flowers, this breathtaking bow and arrow fits perfectly to be placed just below the elbow!
Using amazing placement of white, this bow and arrow, as well as the star have an amazing metallic shimmer! With expertly complimenting greens and blues, thi piece looks ready to guide you!
Incorporating space, this tattoo has beautifully done moons, constellations, and suns, this arrow is headed for the moon and back! As well as having a royalty themed bow, this tattoo is expertly done!
Getting creative by adding angel wings and butterflies, this piece is definitely one of a kind! And adding very light periwinkle, and very deep electric blues, this bow and arrow has just the perfect cool colors to warm your heart!
Having an elongated arrow, and a perfectly proportioned feather, this tattoo is measured to perfection! All the details are in almost perfect proportion with each other!
Cupid?! Is that you! This tattoo has a winged baby pulling the arrow back upon that bow, and aiming with precision, you are sure to hit your target!
This very creative couple’s tattoo is very adorable! With one partner having the arrow and the other having a bow, you can find your way together!
Having outstanding line work, this tattoo is very intricate! Having amazing gradients in the lower butterfly wings, this tattoo has astonishing gradients!
Adding in star constellations is a great way to personalize a bow and arrow tattoo! There are many star constellations in the sky, you have many categories to pick from! Philosophical, spiritual, or even your zodiac sign!
Using a flower to make up this arrow, there are gorgeous pastel colors, and a delicately crafted crescent moon, there is absolutely astonishing detail in this moon!
Having the arrow extended past the bow very possibly suggests moving forward. Personally, that’s what I interpret it as.
Using fluid motion can really keep the tattoo moving. Having that motion can also add some realistic features!
Using moons, moons, and more moons, this bow and arrow has absolutely expertly crafted moon phases and crescents!
Using very small lines, and even smaller petals and leaves, this bow and arrow is perfectly sized to go on your upper rib cage!
Using wrapping lines, and moons can give a very adventurous feeling! Having very intricate detail can also add to the class of the tattoo!
Gemstones anyone? Boy does this piece sparkle and Shine! Using highlights to add the look of the sun catching these beauties, it is definitely a look suited for lovers of gold, and elegance!
Bow and arrow tattoo meanings and symbolism:
What do Bow and arrow themed designs mean and symbolize?: The bow and arrow tattoo is a powerful design that has been used by countless women to represent strength, courage, and determination. It has been featured in many different cultures, religions, and mythologies as a sign of power and protection. In some cases, the bow and arrow is seen as a symbol of justice or retribution. The bow and arrow have been used in battle since ancient times, but it also holds a special place in many cultures as a tool for hunting or recreation.
In ancient Greek mythology, the bow and arrow were associated with Apollo, the god of archery. He was often depicted with his bow drawn back ready to fire an arrow at any moment. This symbolized his ability to take action quickly when necessary. The Greeks believed that Apollo had given them the gift of archery so they could defend themselves against their enemies.
In Hinduism, the bow and arrow are symbols of Shiva’s power over death and destruction. He is often depicted with his bow drawn back ready to fire an arrow at any moment. This symbolizes his ability to take action quickly when necessary. The Hindus believe that Shiva gave them the gift of archery so they could protect themselves from their enemies.
In Christianity, the bow and arrow are seen as symbols of faithfulness and protection from evil forces. They are often used in Christian artworks to depict stories from the Bible such as David slaying Goliath with his slingshot or Jesus calming a storm by firing arrows into it. These images remind us that God will always be there to protect us from danger if we have faith in Him.
In Native American culture, bows and arrows were important tools for hunting game animals such as deer or elk for food or clothing materials like leather or fur for clothing items like moccasins or blankets for warmth during cold winter months. Bows were also used for ceremonial purposes such as during rituals or ceremonies honoring ancestors who had passed away before them or celebrating victories over enemies on the battlefields of war between tribes or nations. Arrows were also believed to carry spiritual energy which could be harnessed by shamans during healing rituals to bring balance back into someone’s life after experiencing trauma or illness due to negative energy surrounding them such as curses placed upon them by enemy tribesmen using magic spells known as “witchcraft” which was common among Native Americans living on reservations at this time period in history (late 19th century).
The symbolism behind bows and arrows can be interpreted differently depending on each woman’s culture but generally speaking they are seen as symbols of strength, courage, determination, justice/retribution, faithfulness/protection from evil forces/spirits/curses placed upon individuals by enemy tribesmen using magic spells known as “witchcraft” (which was common among Native Americans living on reservations at this time period in history), hunting/recreation activities (especially among Native Americans), taking quick action when necessary (as demonstrated by Apollo in Greek mythology), carrying spiritual energy which can be harnessed through healing rituals (as practiced by shamans among Native Americans).
