10 best penguin tattoo ideas you have to see to believe edited
10 Best Penguin Tattoo Ideas You Have To See To Believe
Penguins are significant animals and have deep roots in pop culture ̶ they have made countless
appearances in movies and TV shows ̶ and are a fan favorite. Not only are they adorable, but they also
have a distinct waddle that is hard to miss. Penguins are known to mate for life ̶ making this lovable bird
the perfect way to commemorate your love for your partner. This article provides penguin lovers with
ten of the best penguin tattoo ideas that you will have to see to believe.
Cute shoulder musical penguin
If you consider yourself a minimalist who loves penguins, this simple penguin tattoo might be just what
you are looking for. The artist used faint lines to shade the tattoo and create dimension. As you can see,
his cute beak and tiny feet have been carefully highlighted to make a distinction, and some squiggly lines
have been used to bring out his chubby cheeks. The musical notes hovering above the penguin are like
icing on a cake. Now all you need is an off-the-shoulder top to show off your gorgeous tattoo. It would
be a shame to keep it hidden from the world.
Image Credit: @haenal_tattoo via Instagram
A cute penguin donning a neck scarf
Why get a plain penguin tattoo when you can make the little guy wear a scarf? After all, penguins live in
frigid climates, and a scarf would help them retain more heat. This design is perfect for penguin lovers
who do not want much color and prefer to keep it simple. You could decide to get it done on your upper
arm or have it just a few centimeters from your wrist, as shown in the photo below. This tattoo could
also be placed at the back of your shoulder for days when you feel like dressing down in a light vest.
Choose to go a step further and add a bit of color to the tattoo by filling the scarf in a different shade.
Image Credit: @buoythefishlover via Instagram
Who is the fairest of them all?
If you are running out of ideas for your next penguin tattoo, have a look at this cute photo depicting a
penguin waving at its reflection. The attention to detail is incredible as the reflections’ outlines are a bit
squiggly due to the convectional waves in the water. This is yet another simple tattoo that you can get
on your upper arm or your sleeve. Take things a notch higher by adding a few shrubs and a little frog on
the river bank for a bit more detail.
Image Credit: @xinamon_tattoo via Instagram
Penguin in Black
This tattoo is an excellent choice for penguin lovers who are also into action movies. As you can see, the
fluffy animal is dressed in a tuxedo, making him look sharp and classy. He even has a snowflake lapel pin,
as if he wasn’t looking sophisticated enough! The shading and outlines are neat and crisp, and you can
tell that the artist has put in a great effort to make the eye look realistic. The colors blend well, and the
penguin also has a heart tattoo on his neck. This tattoo could be perfect if placed on the upper arm or
even the back of your leg. Unfortunately, we are not able to tell the exact placement from the photo
shown below.
Image Credit: @alextoniato via Instagram
Grayscale monochromatic penguin
You can never go wrong with a grayscale penguin tattoo. We recommend this black and white penguin
tattoo for those of you who do not fancy color. The detail on this particular tattoo is awe-inspiring, and
you can tell that the artist is very skilled. The shading accentuates every feature of the penguin and
makes the tattoo stand out. The tiny black dots have been carefully placed, and they all work together
to contribute to the final masterpiece that is this tattoo. The lines at the edge are not too crisp, giving
the impression that the penguin is very fluffy. Penguins are often mistaken for having fur. However, they
have small, dense feathers that coat their entire bodies. This grayscale penguin tattoo is a must-have
and a great addition to your existing collection of tattoos.
Image Credit: @faune_tattoo via Instagram
Happy feet inspired penguin
Happy Feet is a tale of Mumble, a gifted tap-dancing penguin, who is ridiculed and sent into exile
because he could not sing like the rest. Ideally, emperor penguins are required to have angelic voices to
attract suitable mates by singing a heartsong. Mumble was dropped even before he hatched, resulting
in him being born different from the rest, which made him tough. Nevertheless, he pursued his passion
and did not allow others to bring him down. You could show your love for penguins by getting a tattoo
of the cute and talented Mumble. This way, you can appreciate your quirky differences and remind
yourself that you do not have to do what everyone else is doing. You can be unique and on your path to
greatness.
Image Credit: @egemenciloglu via Instagram
The intergalactic space penguin
Have you ever heard of a penguin in space? Well, neither have we, but that doesn’t mean you can’t let
your imagination run wild. This upper arm monochromatic tattoo depicts a penguin up in space, wearing
an astronauts’ helmet and balancing on what seems to be the planet Saturn. He looks pretty excited to
be in outer space and is reaching for the stars, as should you! The tattoo artist has used multiple dots for
shading to create dimension since it is primarily black. The tattoo is exceptionally detailed, and you can
see its claws and uses lines along its abdomen to create more dimension. You have the option to add a
personal touch by adding some comets in the background or a pop of color.
Image Credit: @lluch.ink via Instagram
A Mother’s love
Nothing will ever surpass the love of a mother, and we have the perfect way for you to bring that idea to
life. This tattoo depicts a mother standing behind her chick in a loving position. The mother seems to be
bending forward towards her baby, probably telling her how hungry he feels. Nevertheless, if you are a
penguin lover and have a young one, we can think of no better way to commemorate the lovely journey
that is parenthood. The tattoo artist has skillfully blended the blue, purple, and green colors in the
background to add a pop of color to the masterpiece. From its looks, this tattoo was placed on the
calves, a perfect opportunity to wear shorts to show off this stunning masterpiece! However, you are
not limited to where you want to put your tattoo.
Image Credit: @jmc_tattoos via Instagram
A heavily tattooed hula penguin
Penguin lovers of Hawaiian or Polynesian descent will appreciate this colorful work of art. The picture
below depicts a heavily tattooed penguin wearing what looks like a beanie on his head and standing on
a melting block of ice. This penguin also has a tattooed sleeve. Across his chest is a woman we suppose
is dancing the hula—yet another tattoo executed beautifully with the perfect blending of colors and
crisp lines. You will want to keep a copy of this photo to show your tattoo artist for your next
appointment! There is no doubt that you will turn multiple heads and have people ask you where you
got your tattoo done.
Image Credit: @drewstattoo via Instagram
Rapper Ice Penguin
We have something for everyone, including lovers of old-school hip hop and rap. This little guy looks like
he is ready to release his new hit single! The gigantic chunky chain and the shades and are giving 80s
rapper vibes, and we love it. The oversized beanie is well executed and further accentuates the hip-hop
theme the penguin has going on. The subtle dash of color is perfect for those of you who prefer to keep
it simple. The artist has made sure to keep the lines crisp and neat and ensure that the shading is
seamless to ensure it blends well. This tattoo is perfect for the upper arm or the chest area.
Image Credit: @traditionalkings via Instagram
Conclusion
Penguins look cute, but they are more challenging and more robust than we might think. They can adapt
in cold climates, which we deem unbearable, and glide gracefully in ice. Most of us would fall flat on our
faces for sure! The color contrast in penguins makes them a perfect reference point for tattoo artists to
recreate beautiful tattoos on their clients. Did you know that penguins keep one partner for life? If you
are in a loving and committed relationship, a penguin tattoo is a great way to cement your love for one
another. We hope you like the tattoo ideas we have shown and will consider adding them to your
collection.
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