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The thigh is a great choice for a larger Little Mermaid tattoo and the pieces in this collection are great examples that utilize this canvas. Using bright colors to recreate the distinctive animation style of this Disney film, each tattoo artist takes full of this large space to create excellent Little Mermaid tattoo designs.

Once again, we see an Ariel design that gives her a tattoo makeover, complete with a full color Sacred Heart tattoo on her chest.

7. Small and Simple Little Mermaid Tattoo Designs

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Sometimes less is more and for many people, a small and simple design is perfect for their Little Mermaid tattoo. While several of these small designs recreate the Disney animation of the original film, several other interesting approaches are utilized as well.

One particularly unique piece uses a soft application of bright, transitioning colors and applies fully saturated black ink to produce the instantly recognizable silhouette of Ariel swimming through the sea.

8. Black and Gray Little Mermaid Tattoos

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While it may not be the first style that comes to mind when we think of a Little Mermaid tattoo, each tattoo artist in this collection demonstrates how successful a black and gray approach can be when applied to this popular Disney film. Precise lines and smooth shading are expertly utilized for these monochromatic designs.