These tattoo designs are notable for their line work and shading, particularly those that showcase the hyperactive exploits of the Snitch. Rather than continue using color, the quality application of black and greyscale emphasizes the placement of the various Snitches on the skin, or layer details onto the ink.

The Sorting Hat Tattoo Design

Since I am a father of two small children that like to punch one another when they argue, having a Sorting Hat to keep them on task would be helpful. Despite its small role in the Harry Potter novels, the Sorting Hat plays an extremely important role in the choices made by the heroes Harry, Hermione, and Ron.

Hermione Granger couldn’t possibly have been the best Ravenclaw ever, and Ron Weasley couldn’t have been a Hufflepuff had it not been for his bravery, and the line of Weasleys that went before him. Do not even get me started on those old parseltongue Potters and the super-Slytherins…

Whatever, I’m a fan of these sorting hat tattoos. It’s been stated before that each example offers a different approach to expression, whether it’s crisp linework and subtle shading, slashing black and gray simplicity, or the over-the-top color and placement that’s so obvious in the neotraditional version.

Hogwart and the Houses

Tattoos depicting the Hogwarts houses and depictions of the school itself adorn these examples. Those who have viewed the snow globe tattoo may wish to see details in the application, from Deathly Hallows symbols on the borders to the glowing lights at night. In addition to using some personality in the details, such as the Slytherin ring, each tattoo artist has opted for more traditional tattooing. Your tattoo design can, however, be personalized if you have a lot of knowledge about Hogwarts. Originally, Hogwarts was divided into four houses depending on the type of person. Here is what each house represented, in order of importance: