Black Widow Tattoo Artist in Vancouver BC

Taken at face value, a black window fits right in with the horror genre of tattooing (we have a tattooist for that). However, a black window spider represents more than a poisonous, creepy, and crawly creature that scares the bejesus out of people who come across them when digging around their attics, basements, and sheds.

The arachnid from the Latrodectus family is known to symbolize a select number of things. The most famous of course, is in reference to a woman who kills (or is suspected of killing) one or more of her lovers in the same vein as the spider itself does. For this reason, those who have been scorned by a once romantic female companion may choose to get a black widow tattoo as a reminder and warning to never go back down that route again. Beyond representing danger, betrayal, and the potential for harm, black windows are revered in some cultures. For instance, they are known to symbolize strength, independence, and the ability to survive in challenging circumstances. In Shamanism, black widows are considered to be protectors of the home that ward off potential predators.

Ultimately, a black window means what it means to you. What you do know, is that you want one tattooed. Given the importance you place on this forthcoming work of body art, you are searching for the best black window tattoo artist near you. If located in the BC Lower Mainland (home to the western black window) there is only one tattoo shop to step into – Sleight of Hand. Read ahead to find out why!

Why Choose Sleight of Hand When Hunting for a Black Widow Tattoo Artist in Vancouver BC

Blackwork Specialist for Black Window Tattoos

The logic in this decision making factor is right there in the name. If you want an idyllic black widow tattoo you need to find an expert in the blackwork style of tattooing. That being said, you also require the artist to be equally talented in realism, so that your piece looks like the real deal, even if you want some dramatic license to be taken on the concept. As we said, Sleight of Hand in downtown Vancouver has who you’re looking for. Our resident artist Erik is one of Vancouver’s top blackwork and realism specialists. It just so happens that he has a penchant for insects, black widows included. Have a look at these recently completed examples of black window tattoos that may inspire your own:

Black Widow Tattoo Artist Vancouver BC