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Watercolor tattoos are a breathtaking fusion of art and ink. If you have had enough of mainstream black and grey colored tattoo designs, add a splash of colors to the body art with these mesmerizing watercolor tattoo ideas. In this collection, we present 35+ enthralling examples of this unique tattoo style. From vivid splashes of color to soft gradients, each tattoo is a masterpiece in its own right. Check them out and find your pick.
Article Contains
- Orchid Tattoo Behind the Ear
- Blue Watercolor Lotus Tattoo on Wrist
- Three Colorful Birds Tattooed on Arms
- Colorful Floral Watercolor Tattoo on the Back
- Watercolor Flowers all Over the Shoulder and Arms
- Abstract Tattoo with Watercolor Art
- Red Floral Watercolor Tattoo with Phrase
- Ocean Watercolor Tattoo
- Maple Trees on the Blue Mountain Tattoo
- Ferocious Tiger Tattoo on Arms
35+ Mesmerizing Watercolor Tattoos
1. Orchid Tattoo Behind the Ear
![Orchid Tattoo Behind the Ear](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055646/Orchid-Tattoo-Behind-the-Ear.jpg)
The beautiful orchid flowers in the vibrant shades of pink and red make this tattoo extremely pretty. The way this tattoo is inked behind the ear makes it eye-catching in just a glimpse. At the same time, the tattoo artist has created the three bloomed flowers and a few buds of the orchid artistically behind the ear, covering only a small area. The shades of pink in the petals being more allure to it.
2. Blue Watercolor Lotus Tattoo on Wrist
![Blue Watercolor Lotus Tattoo on Wrist](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055559/Blue-Watercolor-Lotus-Tattoo-on-Wrist.jpg)
This is another vibrant and flashy watercolor tattoo design in which bright blue shades are used to fill the petals of lotus created on the wrist. The fully bloomed lotus has a centra petal inked with the word ‘OM’ that holds religious significance in different cultures around the world. The use of shades of pink and blue to fill the colors in this tattoo has brought liveliness and freshness to it.
3. Three Colorful Birds Tattooed on Arms
![Three Colorful Birds Tattooed on Arms](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055655/Three-Colorful-Birds-Tattooed-on-Arms.jpg)
A long black branch on which three colorful birds sit, gazing all around, makes this watercolor tattoo extremely alluring. In this tattoo, the artist used shades of orange, pink, and green to create a beautiful illustration. At the same time, the long black branch over which these birds sit tapers into the alphabet ‘M’ that you can personalize. The little green leaves on the branch bring more charm and grace to the tattoo.
4. Colorful Floral Watercolor Tattoo on the Back
![Colorful Floral Watercolor Tattoo on the Back](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055604/Colorful-Floral-Watercolor-Tattoo-on-the-Back.jpg)
With the stunning illustration of colorful flowers on the back, this watercolor tattoo looks enigmatic. Here, the tattoo artist has used the vibrant shades of red, and purple to create flowers in a bouquet, along with some green leaves and long twigs. From the light shade on the flower buds, to the flashy color in the florals, everything in this tattoo makes it eye-pleasing and vibrant.
5. Watercolor Flowers all Over the Shoulder and Arms
![Watercolor Flowers all Over the Shoulder and Arms](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055716/Watercolor-Flowers-all-Over-the-Shoulder-and-Arms.jpg)
Created on one side of the shoulder and covering the entire arm, this beautiful watercolor floral tattoo is worth every penny. Here, the motifs of flowers in varying colors are created on the shoulder, back, and across the arm. The flowers are scattered randomly over these areas, which look extremely exquisite. If you want a dash of color on your body, this floral watercolor tattoo is the best bet.
6. Abstract Tattoo with Watercolor Art
![Abstract Tattoo with Watercolor Art](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055553/Abstract-Tattoo-with-Watercolor-Art.jpg)
If you are looking for some simple yet striking abstract tattoo ideas, take a look at this masterpiece. Here, the tattoo artist has used easy abstract art to create the body using varying colors to give it the illusion of a watercolor tattoo. While mostly black is used in creating it, the use of red and blue in it has elevated the vibrancy manifold.
7. Red Floral Watercolor Tattoo with Phrase
![Red Floral Watercolor Tattoo with Phrase](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055652/Red-Floral-Watercolor-Tattoo-with-Phrase.jpg)
Some people love inking some great phrases on their bodies, and this watercolor tattoo is all about it. In this design, the tattoo artist has drawn a beautiful bunch of reddish-pink flowers with a long twig that tapers into a phrase, ‘while there’s life, there is hope.’ You can customize it with the phrase of your choice and bring a personal touch to it.
8. Ocean Watercolor Tattoo
![Ocean Watercolor Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055643/Ocean-Watercolor-Tattoo.jpg)
If you want to bring multiple colors into your arm, try this stunning ocean watercolor tattoo, where the tattoo artist has used almost every color to make it attractive and impressive. While blue denotes watercolor, there are motifs of fish, corals, and shells- everything that an ocean abodes. The jellyfish in this ocean watercolor tattoo adds to its charm multiple times.
9. Maple Trees on the Blue Mountain Tattoo
![Maple Trees on the Blue Mountain Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055634/Maple-Trees-on-the-Blue-Mountain-Tattoo.jpg)
It is another interesting watercolor tattoo that is based on abstract art. Here, maple trees on the blue mountain are created artistically and decorated using shades of varying colors. In this, the tattoo artist has used almost every attractive color, such as red, orange, grey, pink, etc., to bring this stunning piece into reality.
10. Ferocious Tiger Tattoo on Arms
![Ferocious Tiger Tattoo on Arms](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055616/Ferocious-Tiger-Tattoo-on-Arms.jpg)
If the normal tiger tattoos look ordinary, try this masterpiece wherein the tattoo artist has used different colors to take it one step closer to looking real. This tiger watercolor tattoo is a treat to the eyes. The ferocious look and the gentle gaze around the long and green leaves- everything brings charm and attraction to it. If you are looking for an animal tattoo, this is the best option.
11. Tiny Dog Tattoo with Butterfly
![Tiny Dog Tattoo with Butterfly](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055658/Tiny-Dog-Tattoo-with-Butterfly.jpg)
This beautiful piece in watercolor tattoo is all about your beloved pet. If you want to dedicate your tattoo to your dog and add some flashy colors to your body art, this is the right choice. Here, a dog’s body is outlined with black inside, and multiple colorful flowers are inked with green leaves. A tiny butterfly swirling playfully around the dog’s nose adds all the charm to this flashy, colorful tattoo.
12. Colorful Peter Pan Tattoo
![Colorful Peter Pan Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055607/Colorful-Peter-Pan-Tattoo.jpg)
If you want to create body art that is nothing less than a story, try this astonishing Peter Pan tattoo. Here, the tattoo artist has created a scene from Peter Pan’s story by including flashy colors in the art. The angle and children in black and magic spells in multiple colors have made this tattoo look one of a kind.
13. Mulan and Her Companion’s Tattoo
![Mulan and Her Companion’s Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055640/Mulan-and-Her-Companions-Tattoo.jpg)
It is another watercolor tattoo in which the tattoo artist has used Disney aminated characters, ‘Mulan and her companions.’ The use of varying attractive colors in inking the character, some animals, its tools, and accessories has increased the beauty of this watercolor tattoo design many times. From Mulan to its companions, everything in this tattoo is eye-pleasing.
14. Long Dragon Tattoo on Neck
![Long Dragon Tattoo on Neck](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055631/Long-Dragon-Tattoo-on-Neck.jpg)
Carrying deep cultural and symbolic meaning, this long blue dragon watercolor tattoo could be your ultimate choice. The way it has been created across the neck using shades of blue and black has increased the beauty of it. At the same time, the dragon’s head can be seen moving towards hair while the long tapering tail is narrowing towards the elbow.
15. Wildflower and Birds Tattoo on Shoulder
![Wildflower and Birds Tattoo on Shoulder](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055731/Wildflower-and-Birds-Tattoo-on-Shoulder.jpg)
It is another enigmatic watercolor tattoo where the tattoo artist has created some beautiful wildflowers along with birds on the shoulder of the person. The use of varying colors in creating striking patterns on the birds’ bodies, leaves, twigs, and flower buds has taken this watercolor tattoo to the next level.
More Watercolor Tattoo Designs
16. Watercolor Butterflies Tattoo Design
![Watercolor Butterflies Tattoo Design](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055704/Watercolor-Butterflies-Tattoo-Design.jpg)
17. Dragon & Cherry Blossom Watercolor Tattoo
![Dragon & Cherry Blossom Watercolor Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055613/Dragon-Cherry-Blossom-Watercolor-Tattoo.jpg)
18. Watercolour Birthstone and Flower Tattoo
![Watercolour Birthstone and Flower Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055728/Watercolour-Birthstone-and-Flower-Tattoo.jpg)
19. Watercolor Tattoo on Arm
![Watercolor Tattoo on Arm](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055722/Watercolor-Tattoo-on-Arm.jpg)
20. Watercolor Flower Tattoo
![Watercolor Flower Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055713/Watercolor-Flower-Tattoo.jpg)
21. Watercolor Hummingbird with Alstroemerias Tattoo
![Watercolor Hummingbird with Alstroemerias Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055719/Watercolor-Hummingbird-with-Alstroemerias-Tattoo.jpg)
22. Ladybug and Dragonfly Tattoo
![Ladybug and Dragonfly Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055625/Ladybug-and-Dragonfly-Tattoo.jpg)
23. Flash Water Lily Tattoo
![Flash Water Lily Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055622/Flash-Water-Lily-Tattoo.jpg)
24. Cherry Blossoms Watercolor Tattoo
![Cherry Blossoms Watercolor Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055602/Cherry-Blossoms-Watercolor-Tattoo.jpg)
25. Watercolor Butterfly and Stones Tattoo
![Watercolor Butterfly and Stones Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055707/Watercolor-Butterfly-and-Stones-Tattoo.jpg)
26. Abstractart Watercolor Switch Tattoo
![Abstractart Watercolor Switch Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055556/Abstractart-Watercolor-Switch-Tattoo.jpg)
27. Purple Flower Watercolor Tattoo
![Purple Flower Watercolor Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055649/Purple-Flower-Watercolor-Tattoo.jpg)
28. Wonder Woman Watercolor Tattoo
![Wonder Woman Watercolor Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055734/Wonder-Woman-Watercolor-Tattoo.jpg)
29. Mini Dory Watercolor Tattoo
![Mini Dory Watercolor Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055637/Mini-Dory-Watercolor-Tattoo.jpg)
30. Watercolor Elephant Tattoo Design
![Watercolor Elephant Tattoo Design](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055710/Watercolor-Elephant-Tattoo-Design.jpg)
31. Little Cheshire Cat Watercolor Tattoo
![Little Cheshire Cat Watercolor Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055628/Little-Cheshire-Cat-Watercolor-Tattoo.jpg)
32. Violet Flowers Watercolor Tattoo
![Violet Flowers Watercolor Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055701/Violet-Flowers-Watercolor-Tattoo.jpg)
33. Abstract Bird Watercolor Tattoo
![Abstract Bird Watercolor Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055550/Abstract-Bird-Watercolor-Tattoo.jpg)
34. Disney Dog Watercolor Tattoo
![Disney Dog Watercolor Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055610/Disney-Dog-Watercolor-Tattoo.jpg)
35. Watercolor Thunder Tattoo
![Watercolor Thunder Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055725/Watercolor-Thunder-Tattoo.jpg)
36. Fingerprint Watercolor Tattoo
![Fingerprint Watercolor Tattoo](https://beautyepic.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/06055619/Fingerprint-Watercolor-Tattoo.jpg)
Conclusion
So, these are some of the most enthralling and astonishing watercolor tattoos that you can try. This list has everything- from the abstract tattoos to the motifs of flowers, birds, dragons and whatnot. Choose the art that matches your vibes and let your body art becomes the center of attraction.
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