Script Rib Tattoo

Script tattoo, quote tattoo, word tattoo, lettering tattoo or text tattoo, no matter what you call it is very popular design nowadays on the rib cage area. Texts are most commonly seen tattooed on the rib because it is a huge body canvas that can accommodate meaningful quotations and words that are enough to express the message that one wants to convey. From quotes, to poems, verses from the bible, lines from a favorite song, movie or book and personal composition, anything goes as long as its meaning is significant and personal to the tat enthusiast sporting it.

Tattoo done by James Sroga of Planet Ink in Toronto Ontario
Photo by Vaughan Photo

Rib Cage Tattoos - Hula Girl

Rib cage tattoos are becoming more and more popular these days especially among the women. The pain does not seem to be an issue, as long as its a design that is very artistically appealing. On the left is an example of a pin up girl type of tattoo, its actually a hula girl on the rib cage of a woman. It looks very detailed and beautifully done. The hibiscus flowers are very prominent in the whole design to give it that Hawaiian flair. The face of the hula girl looks very delicate with her rosy cheeks and expressive eyes. Over all, this is a very original and attractive piece of rib cage tattoo.

Tattoo Designs and Ideas for Rib Cage Tattoos

Rib Tattoos can be a unique option to explore if you are looking on getting a body art. For one, it is not for everyone, you have to have the body and charisma to flaunt it. And most importantly, rib tattoos are considered by a lot of people as one of the most painful parts of the body to get tattooed, considering that it is close to the bones and there are lesser tissues to serve as padding to the skin while the needle is penetrating on it.

The rib cage is comparable to a big canvas to work on so its important that you choose a design that would compliment your whole body. Most women who had rib tattoos done on them choose floral designs starting from the hip area all the way up to the side of the breast. Cherry blossom tree tattoos are popular on the ribs of sexy women done in the colors of dark pink or red complete with leaves and twigs. While this can look really captivating, there are other flowers to prospect that would look really gorgeous as design for rib tattoos - stargazer lily, orchid and Hawaiian flowers like hibiscus and plumeria, to name a few. Groups of butterflies and stars tattooed with vibrant colors can also look astounding since they can be perfectly symmetrical to fit the rib area. Men usually opt for masculine designs like dragons, guardian angel, koi fish, snakes and birds. These are designs best executed if size is on the larger scale so the rib area is definitely a good placement for them. Other tattoo art worth rendering on this area are pinup girl, tribal art, dark arts and hard core designs.

Pain is one factor to consider if you are bending on this kind of tattoo theme. However, as they always say, pain is temporary and it's nothing you can't bear. Choosing a design is another part of the task that can be a challenge as there are literally hundreds of options to pick from. There are reliable tattoo galleries that you can find online with high quality tattoo art. Choose a design from them that you really adore and will be proud of for the rest of life so you won't have any problem showing it off.

Star rib tattoos is another favorite theme for those who are looking to get tattooed. Their flexibility in terms of color, size and symbolism ranked them in top spot for being one of the most sought after designs for those who want to be inked on their rib cage.

Stars can symbolize many things such as supremacy, constancy, vigilance, aspirations or guidance. Meanings can also differ depending on how many points a star has.

Nautical star tattoo is a favorite design for men because it can make them appear very masculine. It is believed to stand for protection and guidance, probably an indication of finding one's path in life. It was originally used by sailors during the early days to help them in their journey at sea.

Traditionally shooting stars were meant to denote a new birth and changes in ones life and also a wish for a better life. They are very pretty and versatile and they are more for women. They are suggestive of going for one's dreams or goals in life or an indication of wishes coming true. They can also be an expression of one's inner desire to be a star and they generally look cool and sexy. Comparable to the brief wonder of seeing a shooting star race across the night sky, shooting star tattoos can also symbolize a fleeting moment in ones life.

Aside from nautical and shooting stars, there are literally hundreds of variations for star rib tattoos. There are star tattoos group together with the sun, or the moon, or all three of them together. There are Star of David, pentagram and six pointed stars. There are even designs combine with other celestial bodies like planets and comets as if mimicking the galaxy. They can also be executed and look great wit tribal or Celtic touch.

Photo by Davied Michael

Angel Rib Tattoos

Angel rib tattoos are another theme to go for when choosing a design for your rib cage. Angels are best expressed in large, detailed and intricate style in order for one to appreciate their beauty and what better way to ink them than on one's rib cage. Here are kinds of angels and what they symbolize:

Guardian angels were traditionally believed to interact with people in the course of daily life. They roam the earth in visible form taking responsibility for the well being of people in trouble, leading them out of danger and providing sustenance.

Archangels are the seven angels are the closest to God, the divine messengers that form the link between Heaven and Earth, humans and God. There are three well-known archangels namely Gabriel, Michael and Rafael who they played major roles in stories from the bible.

Fallen Angels represent the battle between good and evil (God and Lucifer). These designs often show angels with torn wings or horns or both. There are those who depict a brooding looking angel with a broken or bloody sword in their hand. The mood and feeling of darkness is often achieved by the use of darker colors and heavier inks.