20 Owl Tattoos – Unbelievable Designs

Do you have a thing for owls? Find them a HOOT? These tats are for you. Owl tattoos!!!

Owl tattoos are popular with both genders due to their elegant and stylish design. Many people, especially girls, get the owl tattoos because they are beautiful or cute. However, some people choose this particular tattoo because of its numerous meanings. Since ancient times, owls are connected to knowledge, wisdom and intelligence. The Native Americans believe owls are the protectors of sacred knowledge. However, for ancient Greeks owls represented holiness and for Hindus owls, and owl tattoos were linked to wealth and present affluence. Owls are also independent creatures who can symbolize mystery, rarity, great vision, and they can also mark experience and transition.

When choosing an owl tattoo, make sure it sends the right message.

1. Mysterious Owl Tattoo

 

As mentioned, owls are mysterious creatures, just like this tattoo. The owl is caught mid-air and its intentions are unknown. The owl looks dangerous, yet pretty at the same time. Also, the location of the tattoo is a bit mysterious too, since the tattoo will not be seen once some clothes are put on.

2. Adorable Shoulder Owl Tattoo

This owl tattoo is adorable! Yet, it looks mysterious at the same time. I would connect this particular owl to wisdom and experience, due to its gray eyebrows and feathers under its beak, which look like a beard to me. Does this owl remind you of a certain wizard from a certain movie?

3. Thigh Owl Tattoo

 

An owl tattoo will look good on any part of your body, including your thighs. This tattoo is very beautiful, elegant and it will surely represent both beauty and elegance once you get it. Also, this tattoo is more suitable for the ladies, since it looks like a female owl.

4. Space Owl Tattoo

 

This tattoo is truly remarkable. A part of the owl’s body reminds us of the universe. This owl tattoo is definitely a symbol of infinity and mystery. The universe itself is very mysterious and infinite. And, just look at the eyes of this owl. It sends so many messages; there could be so many intentions behind this mysterious set of eyes.

5. Barn Owl Tattoo

Does this owl look almost like an angel to you? It’s white and seems so pure and innocent. But, don’t let the heart-shaped face and looks deceive you. Owls are predators and they are extremely dangerous for those who they pick up on their radar. Also, in some cultures owls are presented as the guardians of the afterlife, so they are like angels partially.

6. Key to My Heart

 

Owls are night creatures which like to explore the unknown. Sometimes owls can be depicted with a key under their claws. This represents the unlocking of new knowledge. Since this owl has a lock on its heart and its heart in a key, then this tattoo can represent the unlocking of a new love, or search for love.

7. Inspirational Owl Tattoo

Since owls are so wise and inspirational, they will go well with inspirational quotes. Because of the moon, another great quote that would go well with this tattoo is: “Love you to the moon and back,” or something similar.

8. Tiny Owl Tattoo

This tattoo is tiny, and tiny tattoos look good on ankles and wrists. Owls can also be associated with magic and protection. A tiny tattoo like this can be your own lucky charm or an amulet of some kind.

9. “Owl Love You Forever”

 

Just because owls are tough and dangerous sometimes, it doesn’t mean they do not know what love is. “Owl love you forever” sounds so charming and funny. Since the ‘w’ is almost not pronounced, the word ‘owl’ resembles ‘I’ll’ (love you forever). Get it?

10. Back Shoulder Owl Tattoo

When choosing owl tattoos, people usually go for realistic owl tattoos, which portray an owl sitting on a branch. Other times, people choose cartoon-looking owl tattoos. This tattoo is a mix of both. It is delightful, realistic but somehow unreal at the same time.

11. Blue Owl Tattoo Design

Because of its color, this blue owl may seem unreal for some people. Do blue owls exist? Well, no, I don’t think so. However, tattoos do not need to be realistic. Your tattoo should be the way you like it and send a message you want it to! So, if you like this blue owl which may represent rarity, and, therefore, mark you as rare, then go for it!

12. Watercolor Owl Tattoo

 

Watercolor tattoos are always noteworthy, and so is this one. Its colors and closed eyes make this owl even more mysterious. This owl tattoo may represent your freedom, mystery, and even your beautiful, colorful spirit!

13. Arm Owl Tattoo

Owls are most divine at night. That is when they become really who they are. They are watchful observers, with hidden potentials and many skills. If you are drawn to owls and night, then you probably are a (night) owl yourself. Try focusing your energy and creativity on your tasks during the night. You may get better results.

14. Artistic Watercolor Owl Tattoo

The eyes of an owl are truly striking. Some may find them scary, some may find them beautiful. People believe that owls are creatures that can look beyond the surface to find the real truth. Because of their eyes, some cultures believe owls are spiritual mirrors. They come out at night, during the ‘witch hour’, with other ghosts, spirits, and night creatures.

15. Small and Detailed Owl Tattoo

 

If a tattoo is small, it doesn’t mean that it is simple. On the contrary, this tattoo is so small, yet so detailed. It is very similar to the previously mentioned ‘Inspirational Owl Tattoo’. They are practically the same, except this one is missing an inspirational quote.

16. Eye of the Owl

Once again, we are facing the eyes of an owl. This owl seems like it is ready to do what it does the best – hunt and be deadly. I find this tattoo a bit scary. People say that owls make us face the thing we fear the most – our true reflection, our true selves which can be found in their enormous eyes. I don’t see myself in these eyes and once again I find them very intimidating.

17. Colorful Arm Owl Tattoo

 

This colorful owl tattoo is so bright, pleasant and perky. If you are looking for a perfect colorful tattoo, then this is the one for you. You can get it on your arm, or you can even choose a bigger or smaller version of this tattoo on another part of your body. This owl tattoo would look great on your back shoulder.

18. Owl Family

Our family is what we care the most about. Or, at least, what we should care the most about. If you are a parent, or an older brother/sister this is the perfect tattoo for you. You can show your love for your family, and how you will always be there to protect them. Even though this tattoo is feminine, guys can get the same tattoo, but a little bit adjusted to their tough character.

19. Magnificent Owl Tattoo

This owl tattoo is magnificent! The owl is captured at its best, in mid-air. Why? Well, their flight is what they are famous for. Owls possess ‘special’ wings which produce less flapping sounds during flight. This is a great advantage which  makes it easier for owls to hunt. How do they achieve this? Their feathers have genetic makeup which is developed to minimize noise.

20. Finger Owl Tattoo

 

This bird of wisdom can be also tattooed on your fingers. This way, when you are writing and studying, you may remind yourself how wisdom is an important part of your life. This cute tattoo may actually have the power to inspire you!