Celtic Tattoos

Celtic knot work is the ultimate visual representation of the beautiful facet of the Irish artwork. The interlacing patterns are easily identifiable as Irish heritage. With the popularity of tattoos, has come certain favorites of tattoo enthusiasts, celtic designs being one of these. The basics of the Celtic knot is the simplicity of alternating over-and-under formation, and was developed in ancient times.

The Celtic knot that for a lot of people represent and endless, beautiful, loop representing eternity without a beginning or an end.

Many with Celtic roots will choose this design as a badge of pride. Celtic tattoos require planning, a good stencil and a tattoo artist that enjoys this style. Some seem to like the repetition, others absolutely hate this type of work. And if your artist is not enjoying himself, I believe your tattoo will reflect that. Not that they have to love the design you picked, just the general style you are looking for.

If you are interested in this style, you should visit the web site of the artist, Pat Fish, who is well known in the tattoo community. She even sells her celtic designs now - Pat Fish's Flash

Celtic Tattoo Design Sites

Celtic Tattoo - Celtic designs & symbol meanings | Celtic Lady Flash