Tattoo sleeve negative space

Blackwork negative space tattoos are a perfect combination for those want a unique tattoo design, while still keeping it black and white.

Josh Stephens

Many people who identify as pagans, Wiccans, or witches often do certain rituals to protect themselves and their spaces from negative energy. You can take this idea further and give yourself 24/7 protection wherever you are by getting a protection tattoo. A witchy-themed protection tattoo can take many forms, from flowers and specific tarot cards to ancient runes from the Norse religion.

In large-scale works by Jayce Wallingford, you can easily trace the connection of black and white Neo traditional tattoos, ornamentalism, with its intricate multi-level compositional solutions, elements of blackwork, whip shading technique, as well as oriental motifs.

While wearing your heart on your sleeve might cause some unpleasant explaining to be done if you love this phrase as dearly as we do, here’s a solution — armband tattoos! Yup, this way, you can both show your love for the charming expression and what you love — you know, wear your heart on your sleeve.