Whether it’s for your first or next tattoo, you’ve got feathered animals of the avian variety on the mind. Birds make for great tattoo because they carry a ton of symbolic meaning under their wings. For most, they represent freedom and the ability to pick-up and lift-off whenever desired. For others, certain species of birds hold different interpretations. Nonetheless, as someone who performed an online search for “bird tattoo ideas” and found this article, you are simply seeking inspiration to take to your tattooist. We’ve got you covered. Let’s have a look at examples from our very own artist portfolios via our Instagram feed.
5 Bird Themed Concepts to Consider for Your Next Tattoo
Wings on Your Wing
Wings give birds the ability to fly to freedom. While we’re not blessed with such appendages, our arms are our wings, and also represent the source of strength to follow the direction of our chosen path. Get a bird tattooed on your upper arm to inspire you to flap (even if symbolically so) towards the destiny of your choosing.
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Raven-ous
You can’t have a list of bird tattoo ideas without featuring a raven. Ravens are often misunderstood to represent omens, but in fact for centuries they have symbolized intelligence, adaptability, guidance, transformation, and prophecy. Position your raven on a branch and against the backdrop of contrasting moon for added effect, like this:
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Small and Subtle Silhouette
The dark silhouette of birds (ravens or gulls) in the sky may seem simple, but it’s one of the most striking of bird tattoo designs. It’s also more affordable than larger more complex pieces, but conveys the message you want to send with your tattoo with as much impact, if not more so. We love the elegance of this one:
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A Bird in the Hand
The expression of “a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush” is apt when it comes to this tattoo concept. It allows you added creative incentive to create something special with the hand and figure (you?) holding the feathered friend. This one is quite breathtaking:
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Phoenix Rising
Last but not least is the most inspiring of all bird tattoo concepts; a phoenix rising. The phoenix represents rebirth, new beginnings, and ultimately the eternal flame. This is one design that will motivate you to go out, and get it.
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