Wave Tattoo Ideas
The wave is power and surrender — the unstoppable force and the invitation to move with it rather than against it. Hokusai's Great Wave is one of the most tattooed images in the world.
Japanese and blackwork styles render it with the most drama. It flows naturally along horizontal placements and connects well with koi, ships, and other sea subjects.
Meaning
Power, change, surrender, and moving with the forces of life.
Best styles for a wave tattoo
Where it sits best
Forearm · Ribs · Thigh · Shoulder
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