Infinity Tattoo

Many who dare to make the first tattoo, then choose more simple drawings, however endowed with deep meaning. One of these symbols is the sign of infinity, which is familiar to everyone since school.

The meaning of tattoo infinity

Tattoo with the infinity symbol is both simple and filled with deep meaning. The most common interpretation of the infinity sign is as follows:

Eternity and multifacetedness of being;
The impossibility of knowing all the mysteries of the world;
The striving for knowledge of the mysteries of the universe, as well as for one’s own perfection.

Often such tattoos are preferred by people who belong to the world of exact sciences. Also, the infinity sign is put on their body by those who seek personal perfection.

However, the origin of the infinity sign is far from scientific, as it goes back to the culture of Tibet. Such signs have been found on engravings, and depicted as the serpent Ouroboros biting its own tail. Legend has it that this serpent tried to eat itself, but this went on forever as it was constantly growing. In Tibetan culture, this symbol signified the union of end and beginning in the natural cycle of life.

Sometimes the infinity tattoo has a strictly personal meaning. For example, lovers may choose the sign of infinity as a symbol of their strong feelings, which will never end. This sign choose and those who value personal freedom and does not recognize any boundaries. Also, such a tattoo can symbolize the constant growth and improvement of personal and professional qualities of the person.

Where to get an infinity tattoo?

The choice of location on the body to place the infinity sign tattoo depends largely on the size of the sketch. Thus, a small or schematic tattoo of the infinity sign is quite realistic to place on a small area of the skin, for example:

Any part of a finger;
Rib of the palm;
The area behind the ear;
The area of skin above the elbow or at the bend;
Clavicle;
Any area above the neck.

Tattoo-masters can offer you not only small tattoos with the infinity symbol, but also more voluminous, complex works. Such tattoos require to be placed on a larger skin area. Most often areas such as the scapula, shoulder area, ankle, forearm, calf or thigh are preferred for this purpose.

Tattoo designs

The infinity sign in the form of a tattoo only in a schematic design looks inconspicuous and simple, which does not spoil the impression of the tattoo at all. However, the modern art of tattooing can offer you more complex and diverse variants of sketches.

For example, because of the popularity of the legend of the serpent Ouroboros, the symbol of infinity can be depicted exactly in the form of this reptile. Similar tattoos may also be stylized according to the legends of Celtic culture, and they are more suitable for the stronger sex.

Gentle women tattoo masters can offer more subtle versions of tattoos with the infinity symbol. Incredibly attractive looks sign of infinity, complete with a floral ornament. Also at the request of the customer master can supplement the sketch with inscriptions or other elements that carry additional meaning.