and tattooed on the side of the leg his black knife is always at hand

it has both balance and symmetry

Ready for battle

that creates an effect like body armor

representing the power and majesty of nature

Owl Tattoo with Celtic Oracle Design treland and tattooed on the sideWhy get a mere image of an owl when you can BE the totem animal? This pattern encompasses the entire upper back, spreading forth to knot work shoulders and feathered wings that span down to the elbows. One of the most ambitious and complete Celtic pieces I have done, and could be adapted to have a different bird's head in the center if wished. The pattern could also be done just across the top of the back, sized to flow across a smaller but also