Dolphin tattoos are among some of the most popular tattoos currently being designed and inked. This article looks at some of the potential symbolism behind a dolphin tattoo and why they might be so popular. It then describes some tattoo ideas for getting a dolphin tattoo.Are you interested in getting a dolphin tattoo? A lot of people are they are pretty popular these days. One thing that makes dolphin tattoos so popular is the almost universally positive symbolism behind a dolphin. Close your eyes and think about dolphins for a minute. What do they represent to you? Most people immediately have a vision a beautiful ocean that is wide open and they can often see dolphins frolicking around and having a great time. This of course leads most of us to the obvious symbolism behind dolphins and dolphin tattoos. These animals typically are very free spirited and thought to be very happy animals that have fun. This is the most common symbolism behind dolphins. There are not too people out in the world that wouldn't agree that freedom, fun out of life and joy are bad symbols. This is why dolphin tattoos and the symbolism behind them is so popular. A dolphin tattoo is a great little reminder to yourself to have fun out of life and spend some time just frolicking around and enjoying life.
Dolphin tattoos of course are more typical for women to get. However many men are getting dolphin tattoos also. Guys that are into the ocean and surfing or body boarding often like to get dolphin tattoos done. Being from southern California myself I love dolphin tattoos and the symbolism behind them. I love to surf and so for me these are great tattoos. They show my love of the ocean and my passion for a fun ( By Chris Ryerson )