The art of tattooing has been around for centuries. The first tattoo was discovered on the princess of Ukok in the 5th century BC. In the novels of many famous writers from different countries, such as Beaumarchais, V. Hugo, people with "signs" and "symbols" on the body are described. The term "tattoo" was brought to Europe by J. Cook after a trip to Tahiti. For the first time, body-worn drawings of Rus were mentioned in 920 in the stories of the Arab traveler Ibn Fadlan.
Then, for many centuries, our ancestors did not have the tradition of making tattoos. Then the sailors began to make tattoos on ships in the early 20th century. Then criminality took up the tradition. Of course, there was no talk of any art here. They just wanted to stand out, designated their hierarchy and belonging to the criminal world.
And only in recent years the tradition has come to our country to simply decorate your body with drawings, Russian tattoo artists are famous all over the world, are considered one of the best, especially the masters of St. Petersburg and Moscow. Many styles have appeared. Tattoo festivals are held. In tattoo parlors, a good master can have a turn for several months ahead. People from Europe come to them to leave an unforgettable picture on their body. The tattoo "Medusa Gorgon" is very popular.
The legend of the deadly glance
The youngest daughter of the sea elder Medusa was one of three sisters. She had very beautiful hair. The sea god Poseidon really wanted to get her, and the girl hid in the temple of Athena, not wanting to see him. The insidious Poseidon turned into a bird, flew into the temple and possessed it. The goddess Athena was angry at such treachery in her temple, and instead of punishing God, she turned the unfortunate girl into a monster. Instead of her wonderful hair, there were evil hydras, and looking at her, people turned into stone.
Over time, the girl’s heart became so hardened by this horror that she specifically began to kill people. Only Perseus, with the help of Athena’s advice, was able to overcome the monster, chopping off her head with a sword. He looked only at the reflection of the Gorgon in the shield.
The value of tattoos for men
Men opt for the Gorgon Medusa tattoo because of its severity and strong energy. Often guys choose it in the form of a severed head, symbolizing this their invincibility and fearlessness. The cunning of women does not affect the tattoo carrier "Gorgon Medusa". He considers himself invulnerable under the female magical gaze.
If she is depicted in full growth, with all the bends of the body, then it matters terrible cunning. The guy wants to show that outwardly he can be alone, soft and balanced, but in his soul there is a riot. The fierce look of the Gorgon is chosen by guys who want to show their fearlessness and fortitude. It’s better not to approach this, the retaliatory strike will not take long.
The meaning of the tattoo "Medusa Gorgon" in women
A woman who chose such a tattoo wants to show her waywardness, magical sexuality. Outwardly beautiful woman, but try to offend me. Revenge will be unpredictable. Independent and proud girls who want to show that it’s not recommended to play cat and mouse with them is also chosen the Medusa Gorgon tattoo. They can stand up for themselves. Sometimes women choose this image to emphasize their mystery. Rarely, there are cases when a deceived woman takes herself such an image as to protect herself from the encroachments of the unworthy. The tattoo gives her strength and self-confidence, shows others that it is better not to offend her, that she will not bear the offense, and no one will be able to offend her.
Tattoo Preparation
Before applying the image on the body, the master necessarily performs a sketch. In the salons there are albums with samples, and the client from them chooses a suitable tattoo for himself. More often than not, even before the salon, people are considering tattoos on the Internet. Having chosen, for example, the “Gorgon Medusa” tattoo, the photos are shown in the salon to the master. Typically, tattooists work only in their own style. If the master's style of work is neotradition, then he will not want to make a tattoo in realism or finale. Especially if it's a good master.
Usually a professional tattoo artist is a good artist and draws sketches on his own. In order for the master to make an individual sketch, you need to come to him in advance and make an application. In the process of creating a drawing, the tattoo artist may propose to supplement the plot with different elements. If you like the idea, he will finish it. However, super-cool masters love to make a tattoo only according to their vision, so that his work is recognizable in handwriting. So the client only has to obey and proudly be the bearer of the masterpiece of the famous tattoo master.
Types and location on the body
Sizes of a tattoo are chosen at will and location. If the tattoo is on the arm or leg, then, of course, it will be small or medium-sized images. If you decide to stuff it on your back or chest, then you can take a large size. There are color and black sketches.
The meaning of the Gorgon Medusa tattoo demonstrates strength and courage, it can be with an evil, scary face, with fangs and furious mouths. The severed head is depicted with closed eyes, blood flows from the neck. Sometimes the image is complemented with roses, especially if it is an old school. Also, the location of the snakes in different sketches is different from one another. A mask is sometimes painted on the face.
Choosing a tattoo for yourself, you need to carefully and carefully think out what exactly you will have to wear on the body for the rest of your life. Read the meaning of the tattoo and decide if it matches your character. It happens that even a weak person gives courage a beautiful tattoo that has a strong energy.