Amongst the most vibrant tribal tattoos are Hawaiian and Celtic tattoo designs, for example the Celtic knot which represents unending life. Other designs symbolize permanence, meditation or prayer. Unique religious and historical design choices contain deeply personal meanings for the individual.
Many people prefer black and grey tattoos - they tend to last longer and look better as they age. Tattoo artists use different grey tones to create warm and cold shades and to create contrast between foreground and background areas.
The simple but striking form of black and grey tattoos look spectacular in black and white photography too!