Sunflower tattoo

One of the most atypical, and by that wonderful, tattoos is the image of a sunflower. This motif is not as common as the rose or the clover leaf, but it is certainly worthy of your attention. We will try to convince you that this motif is not so simple as it seems.

The meaning of the sunflower tattoo

Even children know that a large flower called a sunflower is primarily associated with the sun. But this interpretation of the plant as a symbol is not limited. Even our ancestors associated sunflowers with a good mood, which has not lost relevance today. More about the interpretation of the sunflower is worth mentioning:

  • Strong love;
  • Loyalty to the other half;
  • Longevity and joy, which originates from Chinese beliefs;
  • Religiosity, if taking Christian dogmas as a basis;
  • High achievement in career.

Some interpretations are also based on the sunflower’s natural properties. For example, this plant is often considered a symbol of rebirth, as the sunflower grows annually from a small seed. And the fact that sunflowers are not only beautiful, but also useful, they are considered a symbol of a person who is characterized by an attractive appearance and rich soul.

Sunflowers can be depicted in color or monochrome, as well as different sizes, which affects the interpretation of the tattoo motif. It is believed that large sunflowers symbolize strong feelings, and small – a sign of humility or fragility.

Where to get a tattoo of a sunflower?

We have great news for you – a tattoo depicting a sunflower will look organic on any part of the body. However, there are already formed traditions.

In view of the fact that sunflowers are more often preferred as a tattoo by girls, the picture is applied more often on the decollete or thigh area. Universal options for placement are considered scapula, forearm and lower leg.

Regarding the stylistics of tattoo designs with sunflowers, the most different directions can be used. The most popular are considered realism, watercolor, graphics and geometry.