The fashion for tattoos came to us back in the 70s, when the activities of various subcultures were actively flourishing. Today armor has become especially popular. A tattoo with armor can become a worthy decoration for a strong male shoulder.
Meaning
To make a tattoo "armour" ("armor") is considered an exclusively male privilege. It's like wearing armor in the Middle Ages. Such a drawing is a symbol of masculinity, courage and courage. Depending on the combination of elements in the picture, the value may vary. For example, if a “armor” tattoo complements a sword, this is a sign of brutality and fortitude, and a rose or other flower on armor is interpreted as protection of gentle creatures, a knight of a lady of the heart, etc.
Armor with the image of a tiger, lion or other predator means strength, courage and animal essence for the owner of the tattoo. Most often, it is with the animal that is drawn that the person who has the "armor" tattoo on his shoulder associates himself.
Features
Armor, of course, looks very unusual and impressive. For protection during medieval battlesthe knights wore ancestral armor. A tattoo depicting armor is also a kind of protection from adversity and trouble. But do not confuse such a tattoo with the image of a knight in armor. Perhaps this drawing was made in places of punishment. In prison, tattoos with knights are made by people prone to cruelty, despotism and sadism.
Where to make armor?
Tattoos are for life. There are, of course, ways to remove tattoos, such as laser. But this procedure is quite painful and expensive. Therefore, it is important to decide exactly where your tattoo will be located, what kind of sketch you like and what size you are planning for the tattoo.
The most common place for an armor tattoo is the shoulder. However, it all depends on your imagination. Do you want to make armor on the body? The tattoo will look very impressive on the chest. It is this location that is most often chosen by modern "warriors" who are engaged in historical fencing and reconstruction. True, in addition to the usual armor, they can add a helmet, shields and other items of equipment to the sketch.
The image of a plate glove on the hand is less common than shoulder armor, but still has some popularity in narrow circles. For example, fencers and masters of martial arts can wear such a tattoo. However, this does not prevent you from choosing the right brush for tattooing.
Armor tattoos are rarely done on the legs. There are two reasons for this: plate armor, as a rule, practically did not protect the legs, and the tattoo on the legs is hardly noticeable,unless you wear shorts all the time. And in winter it is problematic. Another thing is if you decide to get a tattoo not for show, but for yourself.
Tips
Carefully read the work of the master you plan to sign up for. If possible, try to meet with a couple of his clients to evaluate the quality of the tattoo after a while. The ideal option would be to choose a body artist that your friends or acquaintances contacted.
Do not drink alcohol before visiting the master. There will still be no analgesic effect, but this will complicate the work of a specialist. After alcohol, small wounds bleed more, which means that most of the paints are washed out and a thick crust forms.
Choose your sketch responsibly. Discuss it with the master, perhaps some nuances cannot be conveyed exactly.
A big tattoo is not done in one session. So get ready to set aside time in advance for 2-4 trips to the salon.
And finally, tattooing is a small puncture of the skin. And they, like any wound, need care. The master will give you the necessary recommendations, which are very important to follow if you want to keep the drawing clear.
