Medusa, the only mortal of the notorious Gorgon sisters. Cursed by the gods for her beauty, and punished because of their desires. Medusa combines almost every popular tattoo element; snakes, beauty, and monsters, that is why we made our list of the 10 Best Medusa tattoo ideas.
This Medusa tattoo list will include multiple artistic interpretations, so there will be a Medusa for everyone. Howyou imagine Medusa varies depending on the person, but her mainstays, the snakes, the beauty, and the torment, remain the same.
So, enter the temple, use a mirrored shield to guide you, and no matter how tempted you are, don’t look in her eyes, as you enjoy our list of the 10 Best Medusa Tattoo Ideas.
#10: Classic Medusa Head Tattoo
This tattoo is going to be the basis for basically every Medusa tattoo. Style, colors, and overall look will vary, but this is the "bread & butter" of a Medusa tattoo. Or should I say, the "snake & stone" of every Medusa tattoo...
Tattoo done by Ryan
#9:Continuous Line Medusa Tattoo
Just like LA traffic, this Medusa tattoo is a continuous line that snakes everywhere. I mean right? Traffic is cra- to the -zy here in SoCal. And you better be using your mirrors, or it can kill you faster than Medusa! C'mon people, you know. Scared of turning to stone? You need to be stoned to endure 2 hours it takes to go 5 miles during rush hour. Tell me I'm lying... nope. You can't. Traffic be real out here. It ain't no myth like Medusa, this here is real life.
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#8: Framed Medusa Tattoo
Your forehead can never look too big if you arrange the snakes correctly, proving that being transformed unjustly into a viscous monster has its perks : ) So whatever problems you may have, remember to turn life's little snakes into snake-aid, and maybe people will get faced tattooed one day like Medusa.
Tattoo done by Sarah
#7: Anime Style Medusa Tattoo
This is an awesome reimagining of atraditional Medusa tattoo. This Medusa tattoo, although highly detailed, is also highly symmetrical. This making looking at the tattoo very aesthetically pleasing, which, if it were the living Medusa, could be quite dangerous.
Tattoo done by Tacho
#6:Geometric Medusa Tattoo
This fine line geometric Medusa tattoo would look great tattooed on anyone, even a "square". I could keep "circling" around all the reasons this tattoo is so awesome,or you can look below see for yourself.
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#5:Blackwork Medusa Tattoo
Medusa tattoos can be done in any color, each giving the individual Medusa tattoo its own vibe. Blackwork tattoos create an eerie vibe, an authentic vibe, a vibe that strips away all the fun of the myth, and brings out the darkness from within.
Tattoo done by Devon
#4:Crying Medusa Tattoo
I would almost be brought to tears myself had I lived Medusa's life. Honestly, it's a very tragic story were Medusa has to suffer horrible atrocities for literally no reason, absolutely no fault of her own. Thankfully all of her suffering was not in vain, we now have a fun story for the kids, and cool tattoo idea for the adults.
Tattoo done byDevon
#3: Stone Statue Medusa Tattoo
It appears that in the end Medusa somehow was able to look herself in the eyes, and she too was doomed to a fate of stone. It's a cool tattoo idea, and also a great brainteaser. How could she have possibly looked at herself in the eyes? A mirror? Sorry, that doesn't work to turn you to stone. Or maybe... nope. I am all out of ideas on how to look yourself in the eyes.
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#2:Traditional Style Medusa Tattoo
The traditional style Medusa tattoo is refreshing take on the classic Medusa we imagine in our minds. This Medusa tattoo still invokes all the classic feelings of viewing Medusa, but in a whole new light. This really opens your mind to all the different ways Medusa can look.
Tattoo done by Sara
#1:Realistic Medusa Tattoo
Luckily this Medusa tattoo is a side profile, because it looks so realistic that you might turn to stone if you looked at it head on. Everything from snarling snakes to lines on her face, let you know that this Medusa means business.
Tattoo done by Steve
We hope you enjoyed our list of the 10 Best Medusa Tattoo Ideas. What Medusa tattoo did you like the best? Were there any Medusa tattoo ideas you think we should have added? Let us know in the comments below.
Did this tattoo list inspire you to get a Medusa tattoo of your own? If so make sure to book you tattoo at Mr. Inkwells, where one of our epic artists can design you a Medusa tattoo so beautiful it will turn people to stone.
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