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This 1939 movie is based on L. Frank Baum’s novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
It ranks among the best movies of all time. The movie stands the test of time like no other film from its era and has touched millions’ lives.
Now, prepare to go over the rainbow with classic Wizard of Oz color portraits. As a testament to this film’s impact on people’s lives, a selection of tattoos has been created, featuring Dorothy and her wayward companions, Tin Man, the Scarecrow, Toto, and Cowardly Lion.
To get a meaning of the characters, the artist must present an unparalleled level of craftsmanship, and the face should be etched meticulously to show the character’s desire to excel. Illustrating a character’s face on a tattoo is fascinating because it seamlessly blends fantasy and reality, making it both complex and captivating.
Anyone who appreciates art is sure to be amazed at the skill required to create the characters’ portraits. These incredible tattoos look remarkable among a crowd of Disney fans and people wondering how their eyes are tricked. A crisp color scheme and clever use of shadows are sure to bewilder even experienced tattoo fans.
The Wizard of Oz characters’ portraits can convey profound symbolism about humans’ wants and desires. These scenes make you want to douse water on the witch or at the very least watch the movie again.
Popular Wizard Of Oz design idea inspiration:
Different things from the movie to consider: 1.Ruby Slippers
2.Tin Man
3.Scarecrow
4.Cowardly Lion
5.Yellow Brick Road
6.Emerald City
7.Good Witch of the North
8.Munchkins
9.Wicked Witch of the West
10.Flying Monkeys
11.Wizard of Oz
12.Dorothy’s Dog Toto
13.Boatman
14.Auntie Em
15.Uncle Henry
16.Jitterbug
17.Magic Belt
18.Winkies
19.Gale Force Winds
20.Crystal Ball
21.Winged Monkeys
22.Crow
23.Ozma
24.Apple Tree
25.The Poppy Field
26.Field Mice
27 Wizard’s Palace
28 Witch’s Castle
29 Magic Hat
30 Winged Horse
31 Tearful Statue
32 Silver Shoes
33 Emerald City Gates
34 Great and Powerful Oz
35 Glinda the Good Witch of the South
36 Flying Bicycle
37 Golden Cap
38 Magic Words: “Oz, I command you to come forth!”
39 Royal Army of Oz
Who could ever forget those classic ruby red slippers that ever so gracefully fit Dorothy? Encapsulated in a golden band, this shoulder heart tattoo is a wonderful tribute to the iconic Wizard of Oz movie. Note the matching red poppy flowers found alongside the edges of the heart shape.
Here’s a fun and super creative take on the Wizard of Oz featuring a Powderpuff girl instead of Dorothy. Complete with her picnic basket, Toto the dog, and a tornado, I love this colorful and cute take on a classic. Look a bit closer and you’ll find even more cool details such as the ruby slippers, Dorothy’s home and a bright rainbow in the background.
While everyone remembers Toto, not all remember the Siamese cat from the movie. If you’re a Wizard of Oz lover at heart then you know one of the Emerald City girls can be seen holding a cat; which of course, ultimately scares cute little Toto, the terrier. Here’s a unique thigh tattoo featuring all sorts of elements from the Wizard of Oz including the cat, flying monkey, witch hat and red poppies.
Wow, check out this super detailed Wizard of Oz themed tattoo featuring a huge green emerald city. Just below you’ll find a field of flowers and the iconic yellow brick road. While the road itself isn’t yellow in this design, I admire how the selective use of green was used to really emphasize the beauty of the city towers instead.
There’s a lot of Dorothy tattoos out there, but this one in particular is rather unique. Instead of going with a realistic or life-like design, this forearm tattoo features a watercolor version of the classic Wizard of Oz character. The blended colors give off a creative vibe that feels more casual and less in your face than other bolder styles.
For Wizard of Oz fans who just want a small token to remember, then consider this tiny realistic wrist tattoo. You’ll find exceptionally well detailed red ruby slippers with a touch of white ink for a small dash of pop.
How in the world do you combine multiple Wizard of Oz elements into one grand piece without going over the top? This women’s forearm tattoo is a brilliant example of combining all sorts of favorite movie moments into one smaller sized piece. You’ll find the rainbow, mirror, slipper, poppy flower, Emerald city, yellow brick road, and more all in one neat package.
There’s no Wizard of Oz classic quite like Dorthy’s iconic red dress shoes. Just click them together two times.
This creative tattoo features two beloved characters, Dorothy and Betty Boop! Betty Boop’s iconic eyes, and head are combined with the blue dress, red slippers, and pigtails that Dorothy is so known for! The Emerald City in the background and the fun glitter technique the artist uses really scream Oz!
The artist does an absolutely amazing job of showing the essence of Wizard of Oz in this tattoo! The glittering Emerald City is the focal point. While wonderfully capturing the famous scene of the Tin man, Scarecrow, Cowardly Lion, and Dorothy making their way up the famous yellow brick road!
A black and white approach is taken to a widely recognized scene from the wizard of Oz! Without using color, the scene is still captured with expert detail and movement, as the group seems to actually skip jauntily as they do in the movie scene. Even the bricks on the road are featured!
Here the artist takes a more traditional approach to the piece with the flowers at the bottom of the tattoo. The simple black silhouettes stand out against the richly saturated and brightly colored scene of the Emerald City, Rainbow and yellow brick road. It is nicely placed and fits well on the body.
Here we have a watercolor approach. While the design is simple. It comes across as a clear
Wizard of Oz design. Featuring a creative rainbow tornado along with the iconic Ruby Red Slippers. A glitter effect is also used to really make those little slippers stand out in a big way!
The thick black outline of this fun heart shaped design showcases the yellow brick road and makes the Ruby Red Slippers the focal point of the piece. Complete with glitter detail and a large bow, the red slippers will have you tapping and saying “There’s no place like home”!
This fun tattoo combines Dorothy’s Ruby Red Slippers with an American traditional style. The heart shaped scene shows the yellow bricks against the red slippers, and is placed on warmly hued flowers to give it a creative touch. It even features the sparkly wand of Glinda the Good Witch!
Even Dorothy can have an edge! This creative and unique depiction shows the legs of Dorothy adorned with tattoos. This tattoo manages to include so much detail. The text, “We’re not in Kansas anymore” Is such a fun touch and really drives the theme home.
A sparkling Emerald City is featured on this dreamy cloud in front of an eerie purple haze backdrop. The design includes great detail on the yellow brick road and Emerald City’s buildings. The bushes on either side of the yellow brick road help it pop, with bright red roses.
Look how fun and different this tattoo is! The iconic scene of Dorothy, Scarecrow, The Cowardly Lion, and The Tin man, walking to the Emerald City is creatively depicted on a hot air balloon. The detail on the basket and balloon are done so well, and even the Ruby Red Slippers are featured!
This tattoo is done in more of a watercolor style. This design showcases the trees and scenery as well as the characters of Tin man, Dorothy, The Cowardly Lion, and the Scarecrow, walking arm in arm down the yellow brick road. The detailed trees, bushes, and road, really make this design interesting to look at.
Displaying a richly saturated rainbow of colors, the artistic design and placement of the tattoo shine. The Emerald City and Ruby Slippers are prominently featured. The yellow brick road can even be seen in the frame of the piece, which is such a creative way to show it off!
This piece does not look finished but still has so much detail. The piece has a lot of dimension with the Emerald City in the background of a purple clouded road that has a very mystical quality. Pumpkins in emerald and orange hues lead to a large slipper.
Featured on an embroidery hoop, the famous phrase, “There’s no place like home” is tattooed in a way that really looks like it was stitched on. This tattoo is clearly readable and unique in its way of showing the craftiness of the wearer.
The phrase, “There’s no place like home”, is featured in an American traditional style font, on a banner over the scene of the Emerald City and the yellow brick road. These are shown in a crystal ball surrounded by flowers often seen on an American traditional style tattoo.
The wicked witch of the west flies overhead this design! Poppies and rainbows act as a border. While the pink bubbly backdrop alludes to Glinda. The ruby red slippers are the focal point of the design with the Emerald City, Tornado, and Yellow brick road featured in the background.
A detailed and realistic portrait of Dorothy, complete with her blue hair ribbon, is pictured in the foreground of a beaming Emerald City behind her. The yellow brick road, rainbow, and poppies of Oz, are also featured in the scenery of this large and colorful piece.
Pictured in a neat square, the iconic scene of Dorothy, Tin man, The cowardly lion, and scarecrow walking the yellow brick road is shown in this tattoo. It even includes Toto! Pink flowers frame out the bottom and a shining Emerald City and rainbow are featured at top.
This simple design features a more muted color palette. Two green rings surround the Emerald City that has a reverse ombre design. The bright green grass makes the yellow brick road pop as it leads to a glittery looking slipper that is the most detailed aspect of the tattoo.
A unique and colorful tattoo features Dorothy in her famous Ruby Slippers, but shows her legs tattooed with fun and creative designs such as Toto’s name, Glinda’s wand, and a hot air balloon. A blue gingham bow, yellow brick road, witch’s hat and the Emerald City are also featured.
Look at this amazing tattoo! The incredibly realistic, black and white portrait truly captures the fear in Dorothy’s face. The palette makes the bright red shoes in the foreground pop! Every bit of this piece is done with so much skill and detail that it looks like a photograph!
A very unique take on the Wizard of Oz theme! A bold green, cartoon styled Witch of the West is shown with elements of the movie surrounding her. A ruby red slipper appears on her hat, and a cartoon, lion, scarecrow, and Tin man, seem to hang from stars down below.
This black and white portrait of Glinda the Good Witch seems to really pop off the skin! It has a three dimensional quality due to the shadows present, especially off the crown and her face! The details of the gems and her eyes really set this tattoo apart!
It’s incredible how one tattoo can bring so many worlds together! “To Oz” is written as one of many signs on this tattoo. Ruby red slippers pop on emerald green grass, as well as many small details alluding to all the other popular movies the artist managed to combine!
In this tattoo they manage to create a recognizable scene of the Wicked Witch of the West’s green hands surrounding the crystal ball that displays Dorothy, in a ring of red and black fire. The artist manages to capture the movie, while maintaining the American Traditional style.
This piece is placed so well on the arm. It has a delicate quality and shows the feet of Dorothy in her Iconic slippers. The socks are even shown, which is a fun touch! The red slippers seem to glitter due to the technique of the artist.
Want something more subtle? This artist takes a very traditional tattoo and adds a subtle touch of Oz! The phrase, “There’s no place like home” is placed onto a traditional rose and banner design. Then small red shoes are added to give it a little more interest.
Are you a glitter kind of girl? Ruby Red Slippers pop against a detailed yellow brick road! The popular glitter technique is used on the wand and the shoes in this tattoo. The pink background and the ruffles on the socks, really add some extra girliness to the Design.
How creative is this one? The yellow brick road pattern on the teacup is so different and really helps the red slipper pop! The background has a fun and unexpected pink sky and the Emerald City sitting in the teacup makes this very original!
There’s no place like home, there’s no place like home!” This tattoo uses a fun glitter technique to bring life to Glinda’s wand and the ruby red slippers have a more subtle use of the technique, the pink and yellow rose helps to make the design pop against the skin.
Go big or go home! If you are looking to fill some space, this is a great example. The tattoo features the Wicked Witch, the tornado that brought Dorothy to Oz and even the Emerald City itself. The detail really shows the talent of this artist.
Dainty tattoos can still make a big impact! The bright red color on these little Ruby Red Slippers really makes a statement. The glitter detail, the clean line work, and the way they are positioned slightly offset, makes this simple design interesting to look at.
This one certainly draws the eye! The familiar faces of the characters of Oz are brought to life as centers of poppy flowers. The artist uses a pink and blue palette to give the bubbles a realistic appearance and the Green Color really shows off the City of Oz!
Here’s a different approach to the hot air balloon idea. This tattoo has a simple red color palette except for the Iconic Movie scene. It really helps the scene stand out. Though it is simple, the scene still comes across as clear and readable on the skin.
More Wizard Of Oz inspiration:
For many women, the Wizard of Oz has been a source of inspiration and strength. The story of Dorothy’s journey to Oz resonates with many women who see themselves in her shoes. The film has been a source of tattoo inspiration for women. The most popular designs are those that feature the characters from the film, as well as symbols that represent the different aspects of the story.
For example, many ladies decide to get ruby slipper tattoos, representing Dorothy’s determination and strength. Other popular designs include the yellow brick road, which symbolizes the journey to self-discovery, and the Scarecrow, which represents the power of brains over brawn.
Additionally, the film’s messages of hope and courage have resonated with women of all ages, making the Wizard of Oz a popular choice for tattoo designs. Particularly popular are tattoos that feature the quote, “There’s no place like home.” This phrase represents the film’s themes of family and friends and the power of positive thinking.
Whether you’re looking for a straightforward pattern or something more complex, there are plenty of options. You could get a small tattoo of the ruby slippers or go for something more detailed, like a scene from the film. Whatever design you choose, a Wizard of Oz tattoo is certain to be a conversation starter.
Wizard Of Oz tattoo meanings and symbolism:
What do Wizard Of Oz themed designs mean and symbolize?: The author of The Wizard Of Oz, L. Frank Baum, was able to portray his thoughts on courage, truth, love, and freedom.
The Yellow Brick Road represents the journey through life. Dorothy’s quest for home is analogous to the human journey through existence; each step along the road represents a lesson, an obstacle, and a discovery. The fact that the brick road is yellow also suggests hope and optimism; this is further reinforced by Dorothy’s companions – Scarecrow, Tinman, and Lion – who are all searching for something that they already possess. Thus, each companion has something valuable to teach Dorothy about herself: Scarecrow teaches wisdom and knowledge, Tinman teaches heart and emotions, and Lion teaches courage and strength.
The ruby red slippers are perhaps the most recognizable symbol associated with The Wizard of Oz. The color red has long been associated with passion and power. In this case, the slippers represent Dorothy’s own power; they act as an inner compass which guides her through her journey while providing her with an extra layer of protection from danger. The slippers also have a deep personal significance for Dorothy; they were given to her by her Auntie Em as a reminder that she can always call upon home no matter where she goes or what she faces.
Dorothy’s pet Toto serves as a symbol for truth. Toto is always honest with Dorothy about what he sees or hears; in contrast to everyone else in Oz whose loyalties lie with their own selfish desires, Toto speaks only the truth. He is also loyal and selfless; despite facing many dangers on their journey, Toto never leaves Dorothy’s side and always puts her safety before his own.
The Wicked Witch of the West serves as a symbol for evil and tyranny. She stands for everything that Dorothy is fighting against: oppression, violence, hatred, fear, and intolerance. Even after Dorothy defeats her by melting her with water (symbolic of purification), the witch continues to haunt them until they reach Oz where she is finally vanquished completely.
The Wizard of Oz himself serves as a symbol for hope and possibility. He gives false hope at first but eventually reveals himself to be an ordinary man; he is not magical or powerful but instead has wisdom earned through experience. This shows that anyone can be wise if they are willing to learn from their experiences in life; sometimes it takes something extraordinary to make this happen though which is why people must have courage to venture out into unknown lands in search of it.
Believe in yourself — Dorothy had to learn this lesson the hard way, but it was an important one! Throughout the movie, she often doubted her own capabilities and was hesitant to take risks due to fear. However, with the help of her friends and her own inner strength, Dorothy was able to realize that she could do anything if she just believed in herself.
It’s okay to ask for help — We often think that we have to do everything on our own and rely solely on our own skills and knowledge. But sometimes it’s okay to reach out and ask for help from others; it doesn’t make us any less capable or strong. All of the characters in The Wizard of Oz had their own strengths and weaknesses, but they all worked together to get through the journey to Oz.
Don’t let fear control you — Fear is a normal part of life, but it can also be paralyzing if we let it consume us. The Scarecrow, Tinman and Lion were all terrified of something different—the Scarecrow was afraid of failing, the Tinman didn’t have a heart so he was scared of feeling hurt again and the Lion was scared of being seen as weak—but they all faced their fears head-on to reach their goals.
Friendship is invaluable — Although Dorothy had many struggles in her journey through Oz, she never felt alone because she had her friends by her side through it all. The Scarecrow, Tinman and Lion each brought something valuable to the group that ultimately helped them succeed—the Scarecrow provided knowledge, the Tinman gave courage and the Lion provided bravery. Together they were unstoppable and reminded us that friendship is invaluable when facing difficult tasks in life.
Take responsibility for your actions — In order to achieve anything worthwhile in life, we must be willing to own up to our mistakes and take responsibility for our actions—even if it means admitting that we may not always be right or perfect. Dorothy eventually realized this after blaming everyone else for her troubles in Oz—including the Wicked Witch—and finally accepted full responsibility for bringing trouble upon herself by clicking her heels together three times while saying “there’s no place like home”!
Don’t be too prideful — Pride can lead us down a dangerous path as it can blind us from seeing our faults or recognizing when we should accept help from others. This lesson was especially clear when Dorothy refused assistance from Glinda as she thought that she could take care of things on her own; however, Glinda eventually showed her that there was nothing wrong with asking for help when you really need it!
Strength comes in many forms — Each character in The Wizard of Oz represented a different type of strength; The Scarecrow had brains and wit (intelligence), the Tinman had heart (empathy) and courage, while the Lion had bravery (courage). They each showed us how strength comes in different packages and how important it is to find balance between our various abilities so that we can become stronger individuals overall!
There is goodness hidden beneath every disguise — Just because someone appears different at first glance doesn’t mean that there isn’t something special inside them; beneath every disguise lies goodness waiting to be discovered! This lesson was taught by Professor Marvel who appeared as an old man at first but ultimately revealed his true identity as the Wizard of Oz!
Persevere despite adversity — Life will present us with obstacles along our paths but we must continue striving forward despite these challenges; this was demonstrated throughout Dorothy’s journey when she encountered numerous difficult situations but still managed to keep moving towards her goal!
Be kind even when no one else is — Despite facing immense opposition from those around them (including the Wicked Witch!), Dorothy’s group persevered by standing up for what they believed in and treating others kindly even when there seemed little hope for a positive outcome; this reminds us how important it is to remain humble no matter what circumstances we find ourselves in!
Our friends reflect who we are — Our closest friends are often reflections of ourselves which serves as a reminder about how important it is to choose our companions wisely! Dorothy’s three friends each brought something unique to their relationship which ultimately made them stronger as a whole; this teaches us how powerful friendships can be when we choose people who are similar yet bring out different aspects of ourselves!
Use your talents wisely — Each character possessed unique talents which they used to solve puzzles or overcome obstacles throughout their journey; thus reminding us that no matter what gifts or talents we have been given, it is important to use them wisely so that they can benefit everyone around us!
