The fashion for tattoos came to us back in the 70s, when the activities of various subcultures actively flourished. Armor has become especially popular today. A tattoo with armor can be a worthy decoration for a strong man’s shoulder.
Value
Tattooing “armor” (“armor”) is considered an exclusively male privilege. It’s like wearing armor in the Middle Ages. This pattern is a symbol of masculinity, courage and courage. Depending on the combination of elements in the picture, the value may vary. For example, if the armor tattoo complements the sword, this is a sign of brutality and fortitude, and a rose or other flower on the armor is interpreted as the protection of tender creatures, the knight of the lady of the heart, etc.
Armor depicting a tiger, a lion or another predator means for the owner of the tattoo strength, courage and animal essence. Most often it is with that animal that is drawn that a person associates himself with a tattoo “armor” on his shoulder.
Features
Armor, of course, looks very unusual and spectacular. For protection during the battles, medieval knights wore patrimonial armor. The tattoo with the image of armor is also a kind of protection against 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 serving a sentence. In prison, tattoos with knights are made by people prone to cruelty, despotism and sadism.
Where to make armor?
Tattoo is for life. There are, of course, ways to remove tattoos, for example with a laser. But this procedure is rather painful and expensive. Therefore, it is important to decide exactly where your tattoo will be located, what sketch you like and what size you plan on drawing.
The most common armor tattoo site is the shoulder. However, it all depends on your imagination. Do you want to make an armor on your body? The tattoo will look very impressive on the chest. This is the location 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, such a tattoo can be worn by fencers and martial artists. However, this does not stop you from choosing a brush for applying a tattoo.
Least of all tattoos with armor are made on the legs. There are two reasons for this: plate armor, as a rule, practically did not protect the legs, and a tattoo on the legs is hardly noticeable if you do not go constantly in shorts. And in winter it is problematic. Another thing is if you decide to get a tattoo not for show, but for yourself.
Advice
Carefully read the work of the wizard to whom you plan to sign up. If possible, try to meet a couple of his clients to evaluate the quality of the tattoo over time. The ideal option would be to choose the artist in the body that your friends or acquaintances have accessed.
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 harder, which means that most of the colors are washed out and a thick crust forms.
Approach the sketch selection responsibly. Discuss it with the master, perhaps some nuances cannot be conveyed exactly.
A large tattoo is not done in one session. So get ready to pre-set aside time for 2-4 trips to the salon.
Lastly, tattooing is a small puncture of the skin. And they, like any wound, need care. The wizard will give you the necessary recommendations, which are very important to follow if you want to keep the picture clear.