The compass tattoo has several representations, and among them are the path to the future, the focus on the right direction, a new beginning, an essential meaning for life and also moving forward. But just like any tattoo, it is possible to add other references so that you can create your own meaning, which guarantees a much more personal weight to the art registered on your skin for a lifetime.
From minimalist and delicate tattoos to well-crafted and impactful designs, the following list offers 70 incredible inspirations for you to be enchanted by. Check out:
1. The watercolor effect of this tattoo was impressive
2. A landscape added inside the object
3. Remembering old compasses
4. The compass with the compass rose represents the paths that must be followed
5. And with the anchor, a secure future, with firm ground
6. The compass and the world map in its most delicate version
7. Guided by the stars
8. And in a very minimalist way
9. On your forearm, your compass will gain a lot of prominence
10. “Lost and Found”
11. Your tattoo will be even cooler with a custom design
12. Have you ever thought about closing your calf?
13. There are several ways to include the world map and compass in your tattoo
14. How in this realistic way
15. Or loaded with shading
16. Still on complements: choose elements that represent your personality in depth
17. With the rose the compass takes on a new meaning: the direction of love
18. The pointers even look like a 3D effect
19. “Friendship and Self-Love”
20. The thick lines guarantee an old school style to the drawing
21. Look what a great idea to tattoo the compass on the back of your hand
22. In this project, the lines around the object gave an impression of immediacy
23. Purposely worn out, to make it look like there’s been a lot of walking
24. The compass to tread very precise paths
25. Flowers to make everything more delicate
26. Look how charming this tattoo on the belly is
27. Strokes and pointillism produce a very minimalistic effect
28. Tiny and full of meaning
29. “Not All Wanderers Are Lost”
30. An old school full of colors
31. Inside a vintage box
32. “Love Yourself”
33. Let your imagination flow to create your design
34. There are days when all we need is direction
35. A simple and very special design
36. A dash of the universe in an incredibly delicate design
37. A reference to the ways and time
38. Charting your own paths
39. A good choice for tattooing on the wrist
40. The perfect union between the compass and the anchor
41. When the sky and the sea are present
42. Accompanying a message that is brought to life
43. Including a pendant makes everything more feminine
44. From East to West, from North to South
45. The arrows point which way to go
46. Sailors were responsible for popularizing the compass tattoo
47. You can include directions to a very special place in your art
48. Or leave it in the middle of other drawings that have the same sentimental value
49. Your compass will look really cool tattooed on your shoulder
50. With the partnership of another person
51. Or fill your whole arm with a story
52. The thigh is also a perfect space to include your tattoo
53. With the humpback whale, the tattoo took on a new meaning: intuition
54. And the compass alone represents the right way
55. In this little string, several references were included in a cute way
56. “It is what it is”
57. “Have love, go travel”
58. The guide and the hours
59. Towards the Mountains
60. In the company of a snake
61. Impressive realism
62. The direction where love is
63. “I want an amazing adventure somewhere”
64. Literally, in the heart
65. Replicated in many ways
66. To explore the entire planet
67. For lovers of a good trip
68. “Only God Can Judge Me”
69. “Your Sun”
70. In map format
After choosing your inspiration, just make an appointment with that professional you trust and prepare for the session. If you like designs full of meaning, check out this selection of various owl tattoo ideas for you to get even more inspiration.