Oceania

Turtle

Voyage |April 17, 2015
by: GiErre

Design Story

This turtle tattoo was requested by Emanuele.
In the upper part of the shell a bird flying towards the sun represents freedom and success, which help him watching the world from a higher point of view (consciousness).

Below the bird, a hammerhead shark symbolizes tenacity and strength pursuing any goal while a lizard symbolizes good luck.
The right back flipper is a fish hook (prosperity) while front flippers are tikis for protection him from all sides.

Other elements are an octopus tentacle and shark teeth for tenacity, intelligence and adaptability.

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