Owl Tattoos

Owl tattoos are a very popular design – especially in recent years, with styles ranging from simple line drawings to life-like designs and detailed, color tattoos.

Owl Tattoo Meanings

Owl tattoos can mean a lot of things depending on the wearer’s preference.

Wisdom and Knowledge
Owl tattoos can represent wisdom or the desire to gain wisdom. They can also represent knowledge, linking back to Native American culture where owls are considered to be the guardians of knowledge.

Freedom
An owl tattoo can also represent freedom; this is especially likely if the owl tattoo is designed with outstretched wings, about to take off or already in flight. Because owls are a sub-group of birds, owl and bird tattoos  often share similar meanings such as freedom, transition, and mindfulness.

Magic and Mystery
If you are a magic fan, then an owl tattoo may be perfect for you as owls have been linked to all things mystical and magical throughout history. An owl tattoo could be just want you need to add a little spark of magic into your life.

Time and Wisdom
Alternatively, pair your owl tattoo with clock or watch designs to represent your awareness of the passing of time and the subsequent knowledge and wisdom gained through your individual life experience.

Owl Tattoo by Adrian Bascur
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Owl Tattoo by Diana Severinenko
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Owl Tattoo by Chase Tafoya
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Owl Tattoo by Evgeniy Borsch
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Owl Tattoo by Jeanne Saar
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Owl Tattoo by Jessica Svartvit
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Owl Tattoo by Stefano Alcantara
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Owl Tattoo by Milton Reis
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Owl Tattoo by The Witchdoctor
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Owl Tattoo by Oskar
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Owl Tattoo by Anna Yershova
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Owl Tattoo by Levi Barnett
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Owl Tattoo by Mikey Carrasco
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Owl Tattoo by Tahnee Claire
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Owl Tattoo by Nathan Cartiel
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Owl Tattoo by Felipe Mello
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Owl Tattoo by Sarah Miller
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Owl Tattoo by Miryam Lumpini
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Owl Tattoo by Vince Espinoza
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Owl Tattoo by Jacob Wiman
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Owl Tattoo by Andrés Acosta
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Owl Tattoo by Makkala Rose
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Owl Tattoo Paolo Murtas
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Owl Tattoo by Paolo Murtas
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Hedwig Owl Tattoo by Russell Van Schaick
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Chest Owl Tattoo by Russell Van Schaick
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Owl Tattoo by Russell Van Schaick
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Owl Tattoo by Maris Pavlo
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Owl Tattoo by Harrison Daniel
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Owl Tattoo by Jumilla Olivares
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Owl Tattoo by Tattooist Sodam
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Owl Tattoo by LC junior
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Owl Tattoo by Family Ink
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Owl Tattoo by Lauris Vinbergs
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Owl and Ship Tattoo by Stefano Alcantara
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Owl Tattoo Stefano Alcantara
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Owl Tattoo by Winston The Whale
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Owl Tattoo by Phetattooist
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Owl Tattoo by Danyel labiut
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Owl Tattoo by Josh Sara
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Owl Tattoo by Dyem
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Owl Tattoo by Daniel Baczewski
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Owl Tattoo by Matt Curzon
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Owl Tattoo by Melek Taştekin
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Owl Tattoo by Paco Anes
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Owl Tattoo by Katie Shocrylas
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Owl Tattoo by Mumia
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