Angel wings tattoos come in all sorts of shapes, sizes and types. Dependant on what you are trying to portray with your angel wings, will determine which wings are the right choice for you. When choosing your angel wings a few things need to be considered before settling on your design.
If you’ve ever seen any depictions of angels you know that even the angels themselves come in all sorts of varieties so it only makes sense that so too do the wings. You can go with grand wings such as the archangels or the small cute wings of cupid. You can also go more towards the Gothic side and choose dark wings or wings of broken angels which aren’t so pretty in nature. They could be missing feathers or as perfect as you decide. As said previously, it all depends on your personal style and that which you are depicting.
Design is another big aspect. Are you going with the tribal form to perhaps fit in with other tattoos you have, or perhaps you are looking for a more abstract or even Gothic style. The artist you choose can usually help you come up with a design that speaks exactly what you are trying to symbolize. Since angel wings are such an abstract object, you really are only limited in design to the limitations of you imagination and the artists ability to captivate that idea.
Placement is another thing to take into consideration. Are you looking for a unique spot or the more traditional places to put your angel wings. With placement you also have to consider size. You can do full back wings but cannot have wings of that same size placed upon your arm or leg. Little cherub wings can fit almost anywhere you decide suits you on the other hand. Do you want your tattoo to mimic actual wings? If so you may decide on the back, the shoulders or even the base of the neck.
Ultimately, like any tattoo design how your angel wings tattoo looks and where it is placed is up to you and your individual preferences. The symbolism you have them for is completely your own as too can the design and style of your wings be. You are only limited by imagination as to how creative or personalized your angel wings are. If you seek conformity in the style you can find sources for your design all around you, even when wanting something unique, look around you at the various wing types and elaborate or customize them till they are truly yours.
