Tattoo Male at wrist: meaning and sketches for girls and men

People have been tattooing the wrist since ancient times. The aborigines of the southern latitudes had the most important information on their wrist-achievements and place in society. In more recent times, Europeans branded criminals, also choosing the wrist area. In Soviet times, prisoners began to use the wrist for tattoos, which are a non-verbal language of communication. This is due to the fact that the wrist area is one of the most noticeable and, at the same time, any patterns here are easily hidden by clothing.

Features of the tattoo on the wrist

Unlike women, men rarely get a tattoo "for themselves". Representatives of the strong half of humanity are used to making deliberate decisions and proudly demonstrating their achievements. Therefore, men's tattoos on the wrist are characterized by massiveness, fundamental and, in a sense, aggression.

The process of tattooing on the wrist also has a number of features, both positive and negative. From the pros:

• versatility. It is easy to hide a tattoo under clothes in an official environment. At the same time, just one lapel of the sleeve makes the tattoo a universal property;
• convenience. It is easy to maintain the area at the healing stage without assistance;
• economy. The small size of the tattoo saves not only money, but also time. The builder fills simple plots in just 2-3 hours during one session;
• long-term. Age-related changes or weight changes will affect this tattoo in the very last place;
• practicality. You can always increase the tattoo by adding it to the side of the elbow, or by drawing a sketch on the brush.

The concept of "disadvantage" in this case has an individual character:

• soreness. According to the pain scale, the wrist belongs to places with an increased pain coefficient. There is practically no muscle tissue here. However, the level of pain depends on other factors. For example, the depth of the introduction of the pigment, the size of the tattoo, the density of the paint, etc. It is also worth forgetting that each person has his own pain threshold;
• fast fading. Tattoos on the wrist quickly lose their original attractiveness and saturation due to constant friction with clothing, contact with reagents (alkali, chlorine, etc.), as well as solar radiation;
• unevenness. The abrasion of the pattern occurs faster on the inner side of the wrist. However, if we are talking about a small sketch located on the outside, then the owner of the tattoo will not even know about this drawback.

In general, tattoos on the wrist look very representative. A huge selection of sketches, pigments and execution styles allows you to create unusual and unique variations.

Popular styles of men's wrist tattoos

Men's tattoos on the arm on the wrist are distinguished by a wide variety of sizes: from small wristbands to large-scale paintings that extend to the middle of the forearm. The image style will change accordingly to the size. According to practicing builders, the most popular among men at the moment are:

1. Geometry. Fine lines, clear angles create a multi-faceted web on the hand, which gathers into complete pictures. Small drawings made of geometric shapes are made in monochrome. At the same time, black lines will make the drawing more masculine and brutal. And, for example, the brown ones opposite will visually soften the angular image.
2. Minimalism. If you really want to declare yourself, or it is extremely necessary to place a talisman sign on the body, then there is no better place than the wrist for this. And you can do the work in a minimalist style. It is desirable to choose the sketch as simple as possible, and so that the picture is not lost on the hand, draw it with bold lines.
3. Realism. Mighty pines rising from a dark ravine, wolves grinning, or cranes flying south – all these are paintings in the style of realism, which are quite suitable for realization on a man's wrist. The only disadvantage of the style is that it requires a detailed study of the sketch and the search for a talented master with an art education.
4. Biomechanics. A relatively young, but actively gaining popularity style that reflects the ideas of science fiction writers about the near robotic future. Iron mechanisms, as if accidentally peeking through the torn human flesh, are made in 3 D technique and look very natural. As in the case of realism, the style requires high skill in execution.
5. Blackwork. The name speaks for itself. Such works look gloomy, aggressive and very expressive. A distinctive feature of the style is the use of exclusively black pigment and the presence of a large number of tightly clogged parts. The latter feature allows you to distinguish the blackwork among other styles, as a truly masculine one, since it requires a lot of courage and patience when applied.
6. Dwork. Works in the dotwork technique have recently been gaining more and more popularity, and confidently compete with the blackwork. Sketches are also made in black (sometimes it is permissible to shade the drawing with brown color), but they do not look so gloomy, they have softer, scattered outlines.
7. Watercolour. Bright and relaxed watercolor paintings on the wrist will suit refined and creative natures. The advantage of watercolors is that you can create stylish images in various variations of execution, and in combination with other stylistic directions. Draw semi-transparent backgrounds or use a more saturated texture for the design of full-fledged paintings. The classic watercolor style does not imply clear lines, and all drawings consist of three main colors: red, blue, purple.
8. Old school. There's no getting away from the old school. Popularity for this style is returning in turns. The style attracts with rich colors and a special, two-dimensional image, reminiscent of drawings from well-known comics and books. The style is replete with images of red roses, skulls, swords and hearts.

Another well - known style is thrash polka. Bold, aggressive and dynamic painting in black and red tones. The effect is based on bright contrasts and brutal pictures. Sometimes you can find small fragments in the style of ornamental or tribal, made in the form of a bracelet.

Sketches of men's tattoos on the wrist

There are never any problems with choosing a sketch, since the variety of options offered will satisfy the most demanding customer. However, when choosing a sketch on the wrist, you need to be guided not only by personal preferences, but also by the advice of the master. The drawing should fit seamlessly into the space of the hand and harmonize with the individual relief. The most popular and universal sketches include:

• clock. A beautiful attribute with a philosophical subtext, hinting at the transience of life. Innovators who are able to appreciate both their own and someone else's time tend to such tattoos;
• the bracelet. Men's bracelets are distinguished by the massiveness and rigidity of the lines. Celtic weaves, Polynesian patterns, chains or laurel branches are used as a men's bracelet. It is believed that by clogging the pulse area a person acquires additional resistance;
• cross. One of the most ancient images. Depending on the type, there are Gregorian, Byzantine, Christian, Celtic and Slavic ritual crosses. Each variety has an individual interpretation and purpose. It can reflect both religious beliefs and atheistic ideas. For example, you can use a cross to indicate the cardinal directions, as a worship of the four elements, etc. In a general sense, crosses give a person firmness and determination;
• anchor. A few hundred years ago, anchors on the wrist were considered a distinctive sign of navigators, but today no one remembers about these subtleties. However, the anchor still serves as a protective talisman for everyone who often encounters the water element;
• dolphin. Continuing the marine theme, it is impossible not to say about the miniature images of a dolphin that are popular today. This tattoo is suitable for cheerful and positive men, as well as for everyone who idolizes the sea and entertainment associated with it;
• the skull. Sketches of men's tattoos on the wrist can not be imagined without this element. A rather gloomy picture that can be skillfully beaten by turning into a positive sign, painting in the style of watercolor. However, in most cases, the skulls are made in the style of blackwork or thrash polka. However, despite the gloomy image, the skull is considered a symbol of protection from evil spirits, a repository of the human soul;
• chains. Chains have different meanings in different cultures. For example, in Christianity, it is a dependence on vices, the Romans and Greeks considered chains a symbol of the connection between the mundane and the divine, and the Masons called the connected links an analogue of unbreakable fraternal friendship. There are different variations of sketches: closed bracelets or segments of several links with inscriptions;
• notes and treble (bass) keys. It is clear that only avid music lovers and representatives of creative (sound) professions resort to such attributes. Despite the classical image of the details, in general, a wide variety of sketch options are possible: a fragment of a favorite song, a music notebook, a separately depicted treble clef or a key in the form of a bracelet;
• musical instruments also belong to a specific subcategory, which is chosen only by dedicated people: guitarists, pianists, violinists, etc.

The hedgehog of the bottom category of tattoos is mystical symbols. As a rule, this is a small male tattoo on the wrist with a sacred meaning. People are always attracted to the unknown and secret knowledge, so many are attached to the ancient magical powers through special symbols:

• the pyramid is a sign of striving for new knowledge and readiness to accept it;
• ankh (ankh) – symbolizes the supreme (divine) power;
• regularly treat tattoo creams;
• do not wear bracelets, wristbands and other objects that restrict movement and irritate the skin.

Stage three, the final one. It includes basic care for the tattoo after healing. It involves the use of gentle detergents (if possible), the application of sunscreen. This will help to prolong the" life " of the tattoo, preserve the color saturation and clarity of forms.