If you're interested in eye tattoo designs, then this article was written with you in mind. In particular, we're going to talk about the different types of eye designs that exist, and the variety of effects these tattoos can create. So let's begin!
To start with, eye tattoos can refer to two different things. Firstly, it can mean a tattoo of an "eye" itself - which is usually what we mean when we talk about "eye tattoos". The other possible meaning is an eyeball tattoo. This involves injecting pigment into your actual eyeball. However, there's many potential side effects and dangers to this - it can even cause blindness, and it's illegal in some states. It's certainly not something I recommend!
The image of the eye is quite a popular theme in many designs. They are often used within patterns, or to create unusual effects. For example, some people get eye tattoos on their hands - especially the palms. You can also have two eyes tattooed on your back, or even on the back of your head. So this create the image of "seeing behind you".
Other locations can be used, such as the ankle, or the forearm. Usually the tattoos in this area will give the effect of an eye which is "watching out" from the location in which it is placed.
Another option is to have an eyelid tattoo. Obviously there isn't much room here, and it can be quite painful - but smaller tattoos, such as the name of a loved one are relatively common for this area. For a slightly startling effect, you can have an "open eye" tattooed on your eye lid - so when you blink, the tattoo appears. This will certainly create quite a reaction when someone sees your tattoo here!
Sometimes eyes can be a focal point of a tattoo, with tribal work surrounding it. You can also find designs where the eye image is peering out from another graphic, such as a heart, a cross, or a flower.