Phoenix Tattoo Design

When it comes to tattoo ideas, the phoenix is an awesome go-to symbol. I mean, what's not to love? Phoenix meaning deals with rebirth, growth, life, longevity, and so many more awesome attributes.
Legends of the phoenix vary according to historical era and cultural origin, but there are common themes woven through out all the stories. The phoenix is a mythological bird that recycles its own life. When it perceives its impending death, the phoenix ignites itself into a magnificent fire. In time, it reemerges from its own ashes - reborn, renewed, and very much alive.
What I dig most about phoenix tattoos is their limitless possibilities in representation. The phoenix is a myth, and as a myth we have the creative licenseto visually express the bird in an infinite ways.
Greek historians said the phoenix was a resplendent bird - immensely attractive with amazing splashes of color in its flourishing plumage.
The Egyptian phoenix is described as a sun-loving bird with feathers made of gold. A little research reveals their phoenix is a cross between a falcon and a heron in their culture.
Other than a few accounts from Greeks, Egyptians and Romans, visual descriptions of the phoenix are few and far between. This means the sky is the limit in designing an awesome phoenix tattoo. When you're thinking of phoenix tattoo ideas, it's a good idea to consider color meanings for your design. Whether you go with the Egyptian gold motif, or decide on a phoenix tattoo with all the colors of the rainbow - keep in mind that colors are highly symbolic. For example, a red phoenix signifies energy, passion, creativity. Blue is symbolic of intuition, peace and tranquility. Check out my article on color meanings for some tattoo ideas about the hues of your phoenix design.