The tragedy that affected every American on 9/11 was especially poignant for firefighters, who lost 343 of their brave comrades. This cross tattoo was a custom commission incorporating the firemen's Maltese cross with a knotwork Celtic cross, and the number of those who died selflessly saving others. May their courage never be forgotten.
Spiral Pictish Scottish Sleeve Tattoo Design
The amazingly complex spiral panel from the Shandwick Stone, in Easter Ross Shire, Scotland, has been morphed to fit an arm or leg. It makes a continuous pattern that links up to make a full sleeve. The magnificent Clach a' Charridh Stone is a Class II Pictish stone located near Shandwick on the Tarbat peninsula. This pattern is adapted from an intricate carved circle of spirals on the landward side of the stone slab.The spiral is the signature decorative ornament used in Celtic art, and is the symbol for creation and growth.
Secret Tree of Life Tattoo Design
A circular tree of life pattern with a swirling trunk and roots that tie into a ring of Celtic knots. In this placement the navel forms a hole in the tree for a secret animal spirit to live within.
Bronze Sword La Tene Culture Tattoo Design
An intricate pattern found detailing an ancient La Tene culture bronze sword. A wish for strength and success in battle, dating from before the time of iron, or of steel.
