Dragon Tattoo Stencils

Dragons are easily one of the most well recognized mythical creatures around. Their legends stem from the annals of ancient Chinese and Japanese culture, that tell tales of giant flying serpent like creatures that can breathe fire. The entire conceptualization of a dragon is such that it inspires a lot of mystery and power. As a result of this profound effect, dragon tattoo designs for women and men are immensely popular, not just in the East, but in the West as well. In the Oriental culture, a dragon represents the four elements of the world - earth, fire, water and wind. The symbolism that is lent to the so-called short temper of the dragon signifies nature's fury. There is nothing good or evil about the dragon, it simply depends on the eye of the beholder. Dragon tattoo ideas have been around for almost two centuries now, and their cultural significance is plain to see in all forms of media today. In their appearance, dragons closely resemble the dinosaurs. But it is fair to say that the concept of dragons has stemmed from human imagination. The fossils of dinosaurs have also added to the aura around these great mythical beasts. The Chinese consider themselves to be the direct descendants of the dragon, and relate the dragon to any form of good fortune. The creature has become a deity for them now, and they always relate it to good luck. There was also a Japanese Emperor who claimed to be the descendant of a dragon and all that it symbolized. Thus there began appearing a dragon on the robes of the Emperor. All these deep cultural subtleties have added to the intrigue surrounding dragons, and as a result dragon tattoo designs for women and men have soared in popularity.