Variety of tattoos in the style of abstraction

The name of the style of abstractionism comes from the Latin word abstraction, which literally means distraction or removal. The main idea of ​​this trend in art is a departure from stereotypes and generally accepted standards, the desire for independent individual creativity.

The variety of abstraction style tattoos is striking in its originality and unique plot, which each wearer always has his own and almost never repeats. Therefore, before getting yourself such a tattoo, you need to learn more about the origin of the style and its features.

Abstraction tattoos never describe or display anything concrete, but they amaze the imagination with non-standard lines and patterns that leave reality. It seems that confusion and unbridled chaos reign in such wearable drawings, but this is the harmony of abstractionism - all the individual elements are actually in their place, any brushstroke is not made for nothing, and the shades are drawn for a reason.

Distinctive features of abstract tattoos:

• lack of drawings with real things and objects, or their serious distortion;
• at first glance, chaotic combinations of bright colored spots and outlines;
• use of curved lines and geometric shapes.

Such wearable designs do not have characteristic symbolism and do not contain specific images. They represent a successful whimsical combination of smooth or sharp lines, various shapes and shapes, bright spots and multi-colored patterns.Very often, abstractions are also performed in black and white (monochrome), with experienced craftsmen such works sometimes look no worse than colored tattoos, because the most important thing when creating an abstract tattoo is to get into the essence of the direction. And not only to understand the idea, but also to feel more the atmosphere, the general idea of ​​the plot. Good masters manage to convey a lot of feelings, emotions, fantasies and associations with the help of a drawing, without attaching any specific meaning to the tattoo.

Abstract tattoos are divided into three types according to the shape and appearance of the pattern:

• various patterns, ornaments and combinations of them;
• graphic images, lines, strokes, points;
• chaotic "pictures", for example: multi-colored spots, wavy lines.

As a trend in art, abstractionism emerged at the beginning of 1910, and it is generally accepted that the tattoo style of abstraction was formed around this period. In fact, it originates from ancient times, and its very first prototypes are body drawings of warriors from wild tribes from different continents.

Many centuries ago, when people lived in settlements and clans and waged frequent inter-tribal wars, abstract tattoos in the form of an ornament had the following meanings:

• indicated the carrier's belonging to a certain genus;
• designated the special status and position of a person in society;
• applied to the body of a warrior to intimidate enemies;
• stuffed as a talisman against misfortune or for protection and good luck in battle.

Therefore, the sharp rise in popularity for abstract tattoos in the twentieth century can be called a revival of the style. Abstract artists created many masterpieces, which served as an impetus for the development of the direction, and tattoo artists received a new field for the implementation of their original design solutions. Today, abstraction tattoos are rarely given any deep meaning; most often, drawings are used simply for decoration - due to the fact that the style is quite popular.

Abstract body drawings often serve as a tool for self-expression of extraordinary and creative personalities. The possibility of realizing any fantasies attracts a lot of attention to the style of young people, strong, ambitious people who are full of energy and believe in success. It often happens that an abstract tattoo is stuffed as a sign of the beginning of a new free life - independent of other people's opinions and social stereotypes.

In most cases, the owner will think over the plot and sketch of the future tattoo on his own, in consultation with the master. Copies of paintings by abstract artists are no longer used as often as in the middle of the twentieth century. For example, images with angular shapes and sharp zigzag lines reflect ambition and even audacity, while flowing shapes and pastel colors emphasize softness and tenderness. Therefore, men and women will suit their own types of tattoos in the style of abstraction.

Among men, the most popular are abstract tattoos in the form of patterns and ornaments that reflect primal instincts, emphasizing the masculinity of the wearer. On a muscular body, tattoos with patterns extending from the shoulder or forearm to the chest or neck look good. Abstract pictures made in the form of a sleeve are perfectly combined with a beautiful muscle relief. The image not only emphasizes good physical shape, but also motivates her to maintain. For an unsportsmanlike body, abstractions in the form of graphic or chaotic pictures on the back or chest are more suitable.

The ornament of male tattoos can be made using different techniques, classics and dotwork are widespread. In Eastern Europe, Slavic-themed wearable designs, as well as tattoos with national traditional patterns or pagan symbols, are very popular.

For girls, an abstract tattoo helps to emphasize the grace of the figure and natural beauty. Therefore, application areas and plots are almost always different from male sketches. The most popular places for women are neck, stomach, wrists, legs. Often, girls also fill in ornaments from primitive themes or pagan signs, they only choose other parts of the body for this. For example, a graceful bracelet will add grace to the hands, and a flower pattern in the lumbar region will emphasize the wearer's femininity.

As one of the directions of world art, abstractionism is divided into a number of large, almost independent movements, for example: Tashism, Orphism, Malevich's supermatism or Mondrian's neoplasticism. Sketches for tattoos are sometimes classified according to these substyles. But more often than not, abstract tattoos are divided into two main types: geometric and lyrical.

Body drawings in the style of geometry (in the original in English - sacred tattoo) are often chosen by adherents of clear, uniform lines and shapes - lovers of abstract, albeit abstract, but perfectly defined figures and plots, as well as clearly indicated color transitions and storylines. The geometric style is widespread among both sexes - both men and women often adorn their bodies with abstract pictures with clear lines and shapes. Tattoos are successfully stuffed on the arm, leg, shoulder, shoulder blade; girls often apply such images on the hips, back or lower back.

Sometimes geometry-style tattoos are stuffed not as an independent image, but only as a decoration for the main drawing - without any context or meaning. The main factor that brought such wide popularity to the sub-style is the ability to display almost any object, image, portrait or sketch using a geometric outline.

Lyrical abstract tattoos are more common among the fair sex, as they most often reflect inner experiences and sublime feelings. In such wearable designs, the wearer or wearer often tries to hide their personal meaning associated with happy or unhappy love.

Absolutely any sketch or idea can be used as a plot, the main feature of the sub-style - the presence of gentle pastel colors, sophisticated feminine lines and images, as well as encrypted or explicit, only slightly distorted inscriptions about love or emotional experiences.

Unlike other styles, the option of placing an abstract image does not depend on the gender of the carrier. The place, like the tattoo itself, is almost always determined in accordance with the main idea of ​​the style direction - originality and independence. Therefore, both female and male tattoos, as well as parts of their storylines, can be found on almost any part of the body.

The most popular abstraction tattoo placement options are discussed below.

• On the arm or shoulder - a tattoo can start as a small drawing and gradually develop into a full sleeve from the wrist to the collarbone.
• On the hands, fingers and even palms - these places are very popular among today's youth.
• The most comfortable and popular areas of the body for large-scale abstractions are the chest and back. Here it is more convenient for the master to work, he manages to more accurately convey the sketch.
• Abstract small "bracelets" around the neck, legs or arms are widespread.