koi chest tattoo
Our collection of koi chest tattoo:
Tattoo outline, side view
Tattoo artist: David Sena, Rising Dragon Tattoo, NYC (12/20/07).
Tattoo outline, front
Tattoo artist: David Sena, Rising Dragon Tattoo, NYC (12/20/07).
Outline + Shading, Front
Tattoo artist: David Sena, Rising Dragon Tattoo, NYC (2/2/08).
Outline + Shading, Side
Tattoo artist: David Sena, Rising Dragon Tattoo, NYC (2/2/08).
Outline + Shading, Close-up
Tattoo artist: David Sena, Rising Dragon Tattoo, NYC (2/2/08).
Finished tattoo: detail
Tattoo artist: David Sena, North Star Tattoo, NYC (3/28/08).
Finished tattoo: back
Tattoo artist: David Sena, North Star Tattoo, NYC (3/28/08).
Finished tattoo: side
Tattoo artist: David Sena, North Star Tattoo, NYC (3/28/08).
Finished tattoo: front
Tattoo artist: David Sena, North Star Tattoo, NYC (3/28/08).
Protection and Courage Symbols
According to Japanese legend if a koi succeeded in climbing the falls at a point called Dragon Gate on the Yellow River it would be transformed into a dragon. Based on that legend, it became a symbol of worldly aspiration and advancement. More generally, the Japanese associate koi (also known as carp) with perserverance in adversity and strength of purpose. Because of its strength and determination to overcome obstacles, it stands for courage and the ability to attain high goals..
Koi & Lotus
Sal's Tattoo Shop.
External Material
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