Bear Claw for Ike in honour of his Grandad. This was a bit different for me but a classic tattoo idea I’d always wanted to put my spin on so I jumped at the chance to do it for Ike. Trying to fit knots into the shape of the bear’s paw print was a challenge but I’m so happy with how it turned out!
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Broc

Daventry, United Kingdom

BlackworkCeltic KnotworkUpper chest

Description

The tattoo features a large hand design composed of intricate knot work, resembling Celtic patterns. The hand is outlined prominently, with the fingers extending upwards and adorned with additional knot designs. The palm of the hand contains a larger, central knot that is detailed and symmetrical, enhancing the overall complexity of the design.

Technical Details

Line Work: Bold and thick outlines define the shapes, with intricate knot details inside the hand and palm.

Shading: Minimal shading is used, primarily dot work around the edges to create depth.

Color Usage: The tattoo is predominantly black, emphasizing the boldness of the design without any additional colors.

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