Lions have been a symbol of bravery and physical power for centuries. The sheer force of a lion alone is striking, but what sets lions apart from the other animals of the savanna is their aloofness.

Lions are not just strong- they are royal. A lion denotes not just power, but a regal distance from lesser beings.

This royal authority in combination with power makes the lion the king of all animals. If you plan to get a lion tattoo, you have to commit to it and make it large. A sleeve is a good choice because it gives the tattoo artist enough space to create a detailed portrait, and it will also be highly visible.

A creature as majestic as a lion deserves a sleeve. You can build a savanna or jungle-themed backdrop that you can extend to include other figures or simply leave the lion on its own. It will be eye-catching either way.

Note that due to age and physical fitness your arm can vary in diameter and shape, so make sure you choose a qualified tattoo artist who can account for this when they work with you to design your tattoo.

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1. Photo Realism Lion Sleeve Tattoos

Lions are bold, strong, and confident, and by extension, must exude a similar sensation of theme when being sported in ink. Photorealism is then the most ideal choice in style to get as close as possible to have a photograph of a lion on your skin.

The detail in many of these pieces is stunning, intense and definitely impressionable. Some pieces showcase a lion gazing off into the distance with a strong glimmer in its eye, where others show off the King of the jungle amidst an intimidating roar.

Perhaps the individuals with these pieces are seeking either a meditative message or one that is more active being the presence of the roar. Either way, these pieces are as close to the real thing as you are going to get.