Bear Tattoos

If you're in search of a tattoo that symbolizes strength the bear tattoo is one to consider.  Many of the bear tattoos feature the head of the bear with mouth open and a penetrating stare.

The bear is said to represent fortitude as well as protection.  Bears are a very instinctive type of creature.  In the Celtic world the bear was the emblem of the warrior caste, the bear was also a powerful totem symbol for the ancient Celtics.  Bear tattoos as in Smokey Ber are a popular temporary tattoo for small children.

There are also the dancing bears as performers in the Roman arena.  Other favorite bear tattoos display their paw print.  It was said that new born cubs were fragile and that the mother bear would lick them making them healthy and strong.  If you are looking for a cute tattoo a bear cub tattoo in combination with butterflies, flowers, hearts even a lollipop would defintely be cute.