40 Times People Came Up With The Best Tattoo Designs

As you might’ve realized from our publications on the Facebook group ‘What in the $20 wish tattoo machine is this?‘ or the ‘https://boredpandawave.blogspot.com/‘ group, sadly, subpar tattoos are pretty common. Which makes the good ones even more admirable.

So we at Bored Panda Pinterestdecided to switch things up and balance out all the terrible designs we’ve covered with a fresh batch of beautiful and clever ones instead. For that, we turn to the aptly titled subreddit ‘Best Tattoos.’

This online community was created all the way back in December 2014 and since then, its members have shared so many pictures, they turned the sub into one of the most impressive body art archives on the internet. Continue scrolling to check out some of our favorites!

#1 Biomechanical Tattoo

Creative tattoo design on a leg, next to a prosthetic limb, showcasing imaginative art.

#2 Awesome Realistic Tattoo Artwork By Artist © Roberto Carlos

Realistic chameleon tattoo design featuring vibrant colors and detailed artwork on an arm.

To understand why a particular design ends up on this subreddit, we contacted tattoo artist Adam Grant of Gypsystables Tattoo.”In the 7 years of tattooing, I’ve learned that it doesn’t matter what the tattoo is as long as it’s executed well,” Grant told Bored Panda Pinterest.”Whether it’s a full sleeve or just one small letter; if a questionable design is tattooed well then I consider it a good tattoo. Even if I personally dislike the design itself.”

#3 Tattoo Art By

Creative tattoo design of a serene landscape with a moonlit reflection on a person's arm.

#4 Charlie Chaplin, Tattoo

Detailed tattoo design of classic film characters on a person's leg.

#5 Tattoo Work

Intricate back tattoo design with geometric and floral patterns on a woman sitting on a wooden surface.

It’s common for people looking for a new tattoo to research options and images online (like this Bored Panda Pinterest post), and some end up getting overly trendy designs.
“I’d say there’s been a huge demand for ‘fine line’ tattoos,” Grant said. “I have no issue with the style at all but most of the time these customers don’t know or get informed about the risks involved with thin-line tattoos.”

#6 3D Tattoo By Janis Tattoo

Creative tattoo design resembling a carved-out silhouette on arm, shared in an online group.

#7 Tattoo Artwork

Colorful tattoo design of a Sphynx cat on forearm, adorned with floral patterns.

#8 Unique Tattoo

Detailed tattoo design featuring a woman in a mirror on a person's back.

#9 Tattoo Works

Creative tattoo design of a green cartoon character with flexible limbs.

The tattoos Grant is talking about (especially single needles) have the potential to heal more on the dark gray side and tend to fade quicker due to the fact that the ink isn’t as densely packed under the skin as with other thicker tattoos.”Always check the artist’s portfolio of work before going through with an idea and look at examples of healed tattoos as you will get a more honest idea of what you will get,” Grant advised.

#10 Tattoo Artwork

Two intricately designed bird tattoos on an arm, showcasing unique and creative tattoo designs.

#11 Tattoo Artworks

Intricate chest tattoo design resembling stained glass, showcasing one of the best creative tattoos shared online.

#12 Knight Tattoos

Intricate knight tattoo designs with detailed helmets and armor displayed on an arm.

#13Realistic Samurai

Samurai-themed tattoo design on arm, featuring an intricate skull helmet and armor details.

#14 Tattoo Work

Colorful phoenix tattoo design on a person's back, showcasing intricate artistry and vibrant colors.

#15 Disney Tattoo

Creative tattoo design featuring cartoon characters, resembling a patchwork embroidery.

#16 Tattoo Work

Intricate sleeve tattoo design featuring mythological figures and detailed shading on a person's arm.

#17 Tattoo Art

Intricate tattoo design featuring a butterfly and celestial motifs on a woman's back, showcasing creative tattoo art.

If you are thinking about getting inked yourself, Grant says it’s always best to listen to the artist and the advice they give you about your ideas.

“They are professionals with many years of experience [and know] what works and aesthetically for you.”

Of course “at the end of the day, you’re the consenting adult so if you want a tattoo in mind that’s advised against then it’s your call, but please at least hear the artist out. They only want what’s best for you and your tattoo.”