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★ A few ideas to get you started ★
Explore original designs and discover the stories and meanings behind them.
C+K butterfly
Lasting bond
Family path
Let the past be your guide
Maori style dolphin
Maori series: WATER
Pukeke
Tenacious, strong-minded
Jacqui & Bomber
Maorigram
Mjolnir
Protection
Peacock and lotus flowers
Beauty, rebirth
Airavata & lotus
Children
★ From our Community ★
Tattoo placement photos from our global community.
Khush - M infinity heart
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Robtatau - Crab & clockwork
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Guest - Tribal sun-moon
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Jenna Kelley - Emperor penguin
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Stefania - Sparrow and flowers
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Josep - Ahuihui
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Guest - Filipino sun turtle
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Riccardo Bosio - Kirituhi
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REAL PEOPLE. REAL TATTOOS. REAL STORIES.
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