In the recent past, a tattoo on a man's body meant that he belonged to the military business, told about the moments of his life or served as a talisman. To date, the meaning of many tattoos has been preserved, but in general it has grown into a whole direction of art. One of the most popular options - creating an image on the sternum can offer many options for sketches for self-realization.
Features of chest tattoo
Tattoo on male sternum regardless of the sketch has some features. Due to the large area, tattoo artists consider the male chest as an ideal place for sketching. It can fit both small fragments and large-scale images overlapping the shoulders.
This place is practical, as the ribcage goes unnoticed under any clothing. Tattoos under the sternum are less common in men than in women. There is a simple explanation for this - a male figure with an accent in the form of a pattern on the chest looks more massive. And the press area looks impressive even without a pattern.
In general, the process of tattooing in this area is painless for men, but it all depends on the size of the sketch. If a man chooses a large-scale drawing, therefore, the application process will take longer, and pain at the end of the procedure will be harder to endure. Some patterns may extend over the clavicle, ribs, or underarms.
Because the skin in these areas is thinner and the bones are close, the tattooing process can be more painful. In other cases, it is generally accepted that tattooing on a man's chest is not considered the most tangible. On the sternum, under a thick layer of skin, there are wide and large muscles that prevent the needle from reaching the ribs.
Therefore, it will be easier for physically developed men to transfer the process of tattooing on the chest, but it is also worth considering the individual tolerance of pain.
Sternum tattoos (male sketches in this area may have different sizes and styles) are recommended after considering the pros and cons of this choice.
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There are also some tips for those who are getting a tattoo for the first time or thinking about getting a tattoo on their chest.
- Prepare physically... If you are going to get your first tattoo, do not start with the chest area. For starters, you can get a small tattoo in a less painful and inconspicuous place to understand what sensations are going to be experienced.
- Prepare mentally. Before deciding on a tattoo, you should wait out a period to get used to this thought. After some time, the desire to get a tattoo may pass, which means that it was a temporary impulse. It is worth considering how a tattoo can affect everyday life.You may need to rethink your daily wardrobe for work. Not everyone is ready for such a change.
- Choose size. A tattoo sketch, especially a large-scale one, should be trusted only by a professional, since it will be difficult to hide an unsuccessful tattoo from prying eyes. If the tattoo will occupy only part of the chest, it is also worthwhile to imagine in advance how appropriate it will look.
- Think over the sketch. The drawing should be author's and have its own meaning, even if it is clear to one person. In addition, the relief of the male breast is usually quite convex, which allows you to create unusual sketches with the effect of additional volume.
- Find a master. A good tattoo can only be done by an experienced tattoo artist. Many of them work in a certain style, which is convenient if you want to embody a certain sketch. You can find out from friends who have already done a tattoo about their experience, look at the finished works of different masters and make a choice. It is important to agree with the master about the cost of the work in advance, as well as find out how much time and stages the process will take.
- Where to get a tattoo. To be sure that the tattoo will be done with high quality, and the process takes place under sterile conditions, you should contact the city's salon, where highly qualified masters work who use new equipment and modern paints. You can ask to demonstrate the finished work, watch the process from the outside, and also read the reviews of those who have already contacted this salon.
Styles and colors for tattoos
Tattoo on the sternum (male sketches for this part of the body are presented in many styles, black and white or color) should be chosen based on your own taste or in consultation with an experienced tattoo artist.
Sketches of men's tattoos can be made in a brutal and strict format or represent a laconic and simple drawing, it all depends on the client's taste.
Most often, chest tattoos are performed in the following techniques:
- Blackwork. A type of tattoo when only black toner is used in high concentration. The required area of the skin is completely filled with paint, which looks very stylish. However, when choosing a sketch in this style, it is important to choose a good and attentive master. If you miss a small area of the skin, it will be visible. Fresh blackwork tattoos look rich, but gradually the pattern turns dark gray as it heals.
- Dotwork. A tattoo technique that is performed by dotting. Only professionals work in this style. The contrast of the pattern depends on the density of the points. In this technique, they also work with red. Most often they perform geometric and ethnic elements.
Tattoo on sternum for men in the style of dotwork - Trash polka. Tattoos using black and colored pigments, done in an aggressive manner.
- Biomechanics or cyberpunk. Sketches depict elements of a cut or rupture of a body by mechanical objects. Sometimes muscles or blood vessels can be depicted as mechanical elements. The torn skin pattern is also replaced with wire armor.
- 3D. Tattoos with the illusion of optical illusion.
- Chicano. Drawings in a gangster style. Most often, such tattoos depict weapons, dice, money, girls, as well as pictures with a religious plot.
- Old school. Colorful pictures related to the style of the last century.
Meaningful inscriptions
Tattoos on the sternum (male sketches are often made in the form of an inscription or have an element of writing in addition to the main drawing) in the form of an inscription often serve as the beginning of the experience of tattooing. Usually, the inscriptions are made in ancient languages - it is Hebrew, Latin or Arabic letters.
Recently, tattoos using English, French, as well as Italian or Spanish have become increasingly popular. An exception is the language of the country in which the client of the tattoo artist speaks.
Sometimes they choose phrases in a foreign language, but rely on automatic translation. In this case, the translation may not always be correct, so it is better to contact a specialist. Who will tell you exactly how the phrase will sound in the chosen language without distorting the meaning.
Usually a tattoo in the form of an inscription has the following meaning:
- a hint of love feelings or heartfelt affection;
- friendly relations;
- mentioning family, children or other relatives;
- phrases of famous people;
- phrases with philosophical overtones;
- important dates for a person;
- motivation phrases;
- religious overtones.
Also popular are pair tattoos, which are usually done by a guy with a girl. This can be the beginning of a phrase for one person and the end of a phrase for another. Or these are identical tattoos for a couple. Also pay attention to the font of the text and its size.
Hieroglyphs
For many, Japanese writing symbols look aesthetically pleasing, so some people prefer to get tattoos not in the form of inscriptions, but using hieroglyphs. An additional reason for choosing such an image on the body is sometimes the fact that the meaning can remain secret and understandable only to the owner of the tattoo.
A successful combination of hieroglyphs with elements of the image of animals or oriental landscapes. Most often, preference is given to words or phrases, the meaning of which is conveyed by hieroglyphs - about love, life, faith.
Animals
A tattoo on the sternum (male sketches are often presented in the form of images of animals or birds in different styles) may mean that the owner of the tattoo compares himself with this animal, or applies his image as a talisman. Traits of character, behavior are compared with animals, or they try to imitate characteristic features.
- Tiger. The image of this animal can symbolize the fact that the person who chose this tattoo is able to control his aggression. If the tiger in the picture with a grin, this indicates that the owner of the tattoo has a quick reaction, and also remembers the insults. There is a paired image of a tiger with a dragon in the oriental style. Such an image speaks of the unity of the masculine and feminine principles and has a sacred meaning.
- Bear. Many species of this animal live on Earth, and depending on who they prefer to portray, the meaning of the tattoo can also change. The polar bear is often depicted on the body of northern peoples. For them, this bear means the desire to survive and the choice of their own path. The brown bear symbolizes strength and power. A grizzly bear denotes decisive intent and drive in business. Images of koala or panda bears have humorous overtones. In general, the image of bears among many peoples has a mystical meaning.
- A lion. The most common meaning of this image is the possession of power. In addition, a lion tattoo can mean that its owner has the qualities inherent in a lion - courage, nobility, wisdom.
- Wolf. The image of this animal has become popular in recent years, especially among young people. The drawing shows that the owner of the tattoo is devoted, hardy, and also independent of other people's opinions. There is a widespread belief that these are solitary animals and the image with a wolf is more suitable for adherents of polygamous relationships. But in this case, the image of a bear is more suitable, since in the wild, it is wolves who prefer to live with one partner, and bears find a partner seasonally.
- The Dragon. The mythical creature attracts many as a subject for a tattoo sketch. Initially, the dragon was often performed in the style of Japanese painting, where its image denotes longevity, strength, fearlessness and wisdom.Also popular are images of dragons in the fantasy style.
A heart
A heart tattoo can have both a general and a more specific meaning depending on how the sketch is depicted. In general, a sketch with a heart carries the meaning of love, courage and loyalty, but it can also have the opposite meaning - pain at loss, disappointment. Everything is influenced by some details that can radically change the meaning of the tattoo.
- A heart with a name denotes affection for this person.
- A heart with a religious symbol ("XB", cross, the Bible) indicates belonging to a particular religion.
- The heart with wings, dating back to the days of bikers, with whom this image was popular, denotes heroism in the name of love or freedom.
- White heart is a symbol of helping those in need.
- A heart pierced by an arrow means that a person is tempted by a girl.
- A heart with thorns indicates that love brings both joy and sorrow.
- A heart with drops of blood indicates mental anguish.
Wings
The meaning of a tattoo depicting wings can differ depending on who they belong to and in what state they are - loose or folded. Angel wings indicate the moral purity of a person, and also indicate a reference to divine themes.
Often, a tattoo in the form of angel wings is stuffed as a sign of the loss of a loved one. In a religious context, the image of wings indicates support from above.
The image of the wings in combination with other elements can change its meaning:
- Wings and cross - has religious significance. Refers to a person's faith or as a sign of memory of a loved one who has passed away.
- Wings with heart - a symbol of eternal freedom, or eternal love. Sometimes a similar tattoo is combined with the name of a lover or used as a pair tattoo.
- Eagle wing. Denotes strength, wisdom and nobility.
- Phoenix wings indicate the ability of this bird to revive, which means that the owner of the tattoo is able to fight life's difficulties.
- Butterfly wings indicate the ability to be reborn from a caterpillar into a winged creature. The drawing denotes grace, mental ability. It is worth considering the color used for the sketch, which can also change the value.
Other images
Among other popular motives, the following themes are used as images on the chest:
- Plants. Creative people often prefer to use a plant - flowers or stems - as an element of the picture.
- Birds. The general meaning of such images indicates that a person loves freedom, has a sharp mind and ingenuity.
- Insects. Most often, a sketch depicting insects plays the role of a talisman. The drawing can attract good luck, promote personal development, and have a reference to the symbol of happiness.
- Arthropods. Tattoos depicting spiders, scorpions and others mean that the owner of this tattoo has his own view of many things, and is also dangerous in his own way.
- Marine life. Most often, the image of aquatic inhabitants carries a philosophical meaning, indicating the meaning of life, talents and abilities of a person as a person.
- Crosses. The tattoo with a cross on the chest has a reference to knightly times. Its meaning is in the concept of honor, courage, valor. Most often, such tattoos are done near the location of the heart. The initial meaning of such a tattoo is to protect against impact.
Symbols on the male sternum are made in the form of a sketch of any style. The directionality of the image depends on the preferences of the person himself, and the meaning of the tattoo can change even taking into account the color used. Therefore, it is worth carefully considering the drawing, finding an experienced tattoo artist, and also making sure that the drawing will look on the chest exactly the way the client imagines it.
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