Sunflower Tattoos Designs, Ideas and Meaning

Sunflowers are some of the most vibrant flower plants in any garden, evoking feelings of joy and exuberance in the minds of the observer. For numerous centuries, the sunflowers have stirred up the imagination of countless painters to create great works of art. It is thus no wonder that the sunflower tattoo is greatly valued as a priceless form of body art. Although mostly popular among young girls and women, men also love to sport these tattoos. The sun was highly revered in all ancient cultures, and the flower was likewise named because of its appearance. It is also referred to in the Greek mythology, where it has been illustrated how Clytie was transformed into a sunflower. This flower was important to the Native Americans as well. Sunflower tattoos come in a number of styles. Some of the most popular ones include a sunflower with two leaves, a sunflower with a hovering bee, sunflower with one or more butterflies, vine sunflower tattoo, vampire sunflower tattoo and Celtic knot sunflower tattoo.