The History of Sunflower Tattoos and Their Meaning

Sunflower is very bright and beautiful flower which is loved by lots of people.  It is used in many different ways, e.g. as inspiration, as interior decorations etc. Since ancient times it has been associated with sun and thanks to it sunflower motive became one of the most popular motive for tattooing it on different parts of body. The tattoo itself can be very realistic and is usually performed on vivid parts of the body (arms, shoulders, legs and ankles).

In China sunflower is believed to be the symbol of longevity, happiness, life power and luck. In Christianity this flower symbolizes the person who believes in God, that’s why its owner shows his connection with God and the tattoo itself can become a mascot for a Christian.

Since ancient times sunflowers have been considered to be the symbols of love and these sunflowers are believed to save love for the rest of the days.

Every year sunflowers are reborn and it makes this flower the symbol of the beginning of new period in life which should be much happier. This flower should help to succeed and reach new aims in career and personal life.

In modern interpretation sunflowers symbolize eternal devotion and gratitude. Big flowers represent dedication and small tats are the symbols of worship.

However, in most cases sunflowers are symbols of positive emotions and feelings, it also can represent the remembrance.

Double image of these flowers will become the mascot for two beloved people. If a couple wants to bring their love through the whole life, it will be the most perfect choice for tattoo.

Sunflower tattoos are liked by both males and females. Especially women like getting these flowers on their bodies together with butterflies, birds, ladybugs and other items.

Usually such kinds of tattoos are performed in color to emphasize the uniqueness of the tattoo itself. However, a lot of people want to make these tats monochromic (black and gray colors) and in different techniques.

To make it different from others tattoos people often add signs with memorable dates or words. Usually it is also performed with tubes and leaves. In most cases flowers are yellow, but everything depends on people’s imagination, that’s why every flower can be unique.