Portrait Tattoo Designs & Ideas for Men and Women
Inspired, Fan Favorite Portrait Tattoo Ideas because, Why Not?
When I say portrait tattoo, I know what you're thinking. "What if the face isn't tattooed right" or "what if my skin gets wrinkly?" or "what if I don't like the person anymore?" or "Would it even look nice and not seem too much?"
We're here to answer all of those and such more questions.
First of all, let's get one thing clear.
Portrait tattoos are just like any other tattoos. It's a design. You really don't have to overthink it. But yes, you do have to at least, think it.
Three main things that'll help you are:
- The area : a portrait is obviously not the size of a dot or a tiny flower. You want the face features to be clear and detailed. So choose an area which is not too narrow or small. Choose areas like the calves, thigh, chest, forearm or back.
- The picture : you'd obviously provide a picture to your tattoo artist. You can't give them an unclear picture and expect them to make the portrait equivalent to the Mona Lisa. Give a picture which has clear detailing and isn't too clumsy to be as a tattoo. Remember, clarity is key.
- Your artist: You need choose an artist who is just brilliant at doing portraits and go through their portfolio. Don’t be a penny-pincher and contact an expert.
Also, what if you don't like the person anymore? Well, people stop liking even their flower tattoos. So you can easily get a cover up tattoo. Like every other tattoo, you only go ahead with it if you really want it. You wouldn't want to waste your time and money and also the tattoo artist's hard work. It's just unfair.
Now, getting straight to the point.
Portrait tattoos are pretty cool, to be honest. They're not too much and if you invest well, you can be sure of going home more than just satisfied.
To give you an idea of whether it would actually look good or not, what kind of picture should you choose and whether it has to be a celebrity only, here are 22 tattoos, categorized for your ease, to help you choose or even inspire you to get one for yourself.
Portrait Tattoo Placement Ideas & Designs Inspiration with Meaning
Here are some of the portrait tattoo design ideas that you can consider for your body. So have a look on below mentioned designs:
Personal Portrait Tattoos
Nephew's Portrait Tattoo Design on Bicep - We all know or are that one proud uncle or aunt who loves being loved by our nephew or niece. Sometimes, they're your whole world. This tattoo comes from just that sort of a loving uncle.
Father's Portrait Tattoo Design on Back Shoulder - No, it's not just "daddy's princess" who gets a tattoo of her father. We all love our intense and supportive father. Why not get a tattoo like this which captures their true essence!
Parents Portrait Tattoo Design on Arm - A lot of us said "I can't choose between my father and mother, I love them both" when our teachers asked us. So why choose now? Get a similar beautiful tattoo!
Baby Portrait Tattoo Design on Forearm - For all those new mothers or fathers or anyone out there who just realized that they love their baby's innocent smile to the moon and back. Can't help but smile, right?
Celebrity/Famous Personalities Portrait Tattoos
Sachin Tendulkar Portrait Tattoo Design - Sachin Tendulkar isn't just an Indian cricketer. He's the god of cricket for a multitude of cricket lovers. Virat Kohli and Dhoni are no less but Tendulkar was, is and will remain, SACHIN TENDULKAR.
Marilyn Monroe Portrait Tattoo Design on Leg - One of the most popular sex symbols who made sexiness (and even the air vent below her blowing dress) crazily popular. Why wouldn't you want this bombshell reflecting your sexy personality?
Eminem Portrait Tattoo Design on Bicep - It's time for you to say "I'm not afraid to take" your love for this talented rapper to another stage. Why get gold chains when you can get the rap god (for most) as your style statement?
Conor McGregor Portrait Tattoo Design on Arm - You love this Mystic Mac's "Money Fight" with Mayweather till date. So don't hold back your NOTORIOUS self and get this cool, savage tattoo.
Chester Bennington Portrait Tattoo Design on Leg - You know you still get "numb" when you think of him. A tattoo to remember this legend is all you'd want "in the end" because he always mattered.
Miley Cyrus Portrait Tattoo Design on Arm - For the ones who couldn't stand Hannah Montana yet can't help but relate with the crazy, "we can't stop" phase of hers, get her tattoo and destruct the world like a "wrecking ball."
Mother Teresa Portrait Tattoo Design on Bicep - Your caring, helping nature reminds people of Mother Teresa? Or, you admire the woman for everything that she did? Here's your tattoo idea then.
Frida Kahlo Portrait Tattoo Design on Tigh - Which other artist would represent confidence, self-awareness and Feminism better than her? No one. If she's your inspiration then there's no better time than today!
Ozzy Osbourne Portrait Tattoo Design on Chest - If this PRINCE OF DARKNESS is your soul mate with his crazy, heavy metal voice of Black Sabbath, then what's stopping you? This person is a cool tattoo in himself!
Elvis Presley Portrait Tattoo Design on Leg - Admit it, Rock n Roll means Elvis Presley and his Jailhouse Rock. Get his portrait and make people sing "can't help falling in love" with you.
Favorite TV/Movie Characters Portrait Tattoo
Tyler Durden Portrait Tattoo Design - "The first rule of Fight Club is that you do not talk about the Fight Club." But you can get a tattoo of this cool split personality of the narrator.
The Godfather Portrait Tattoo Design on Forearm - "I'm gonna make him an offer, he can't refuse." You want to say that, don't you? Imagine the sass while saying it with this mafia tattoo. IMAGINE.
Captain Jack Sparrow Portrait Tattoo Design on Leg - Well mate, don't you want to say "you may kill me but you might never insult me" with a quirky Captain Jack Sparrow tattoo?
Walter White Portrait Tattoo Design - This tattoo itself will say "I am the danger" so "stay out of my territory" when people try to mess with you.
Hannibal Portrait Tattoo Design on Leg - "The tragedy is not to die but to be wasted" so why would you waste such a great chance to get a memorable character tattoo?
Deadpool Portrait Tattoo Design on Bicep - You know your crazy matches his crazy, big time! The most hilarious Marvel character so far is the best to complement your sarcasm!
Davy Jones Portrait Tattoo Design on Arm - Yet another pirate who we ended up loving on realizing how adorable he was for being all he was, just for Calypso. This cute tattoo design is perfect for that!
In addition to the popular personalities, here's one personality who has gained popularity with the modern, smoke up culture.
Sadhu Portrait Tattoo Design on Bicep - For those people who defend their smoke up at 420 by saying that it's a part of the Indian culture. We have to admit, this is a pretty cool tattoo.
So, in the end all I can say is that portrait tattoos are best if you admire someone to an extent that can't be put in words. Thankfully, it can be put in a tattoo design. All you have to do is choose - person, design, tattoo area and a great tattoo artist around you.
Seeing some of the cool tattoos above, even I'm thinking of saving up and getting an Iron Man tattoo. Soooo coooool, right? (Admit it!)
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What is tattoo price range in India?
The cost of getting a tattoo can vary widely and depends on several factors. Some of the key factors that influence the price range of getting a tattoo are size & complexity, design & detail, artist experience & reputation, tattoo studio location, session time and tattoo shop policies.
It's essential to discuss these factors with your chosen tattoo artist at Devilz Tattoo Studios Delhi, India and get a price estimate before getting started. Remember that quality should be a priority over cost when it comes to something as permanent as a tattoo. Always choose a reputable and professional tattoo artist and studio.
