Dragonflies represent luck and transformations. These tattoos of dragonflies—from little to large, black to colorful—will motivate you to get inked again.

In contrast to other insects like ladybugs and bees, dragonflies are conspicuous by their size, color, and visibility. Being a creature that has existed on Earth since the time of the dinosaurs, they have a lengthy history of representation in folklore and old tales.

Dragonflies are the ideal tattoo motif for people who want a unique tattoo design for a few reasons.

@sophie_suicide

Dragonflies are such a pleasure to look at due to their iridescent colors. From every aspect, their colors change slightly. This cute forearm tattoo captures the stunning colors perfectly, making it a beautiful ornament on the skin.

Behind-the-ear dragonfly tattoo

@dragontattoo_paris

Most behind-the-ear tattoos are discreet. But this one is different. It’s meant to capture attention with its sophisticated design.

Bold dragonfly blackwork

@myrkur_tattoo

What makes this blackwork stand out is the eye on the dragonfly’s body. In ancient Egypt, the eye was considered evil. It reflects the wearer’s dark aesthetic and is cool enough for both men and women.

Cute fine line tattoo

@everlie.ink

What a cute bicep tattoo. The dragonfly may be a simple one. But the stars and orbit in the universe background, make the design more interesting and adorable.

Sun and dragonfly thigh tattoo

@fda__lights

Dragonflies often appear in tattoos representing new beginnings.

Sun tattoos, on the other hand, symbolize energy and hope. Together, this ink on the thigh will be a good luck omen for those who are at the crossroads of life.

Tiger and dragonfly

@kimshine_tattoos

It’s not easy to tattoo animals in detail and make them look real. However, the tattooist captures the tiger and the dragonfly beautifully, giving them life and energy.

Geometric dragonfly forearm tattoo

@mar__negro

Although the lines and circles around it are rather simple, the patterns on the dragonfly’s wings make the tattoo incredibly sophisticated. It shows the wearer’s pursuit of perfection and the value of details.

Dragonfly and flowers sleeve tattoo

@magdalenasendlak_tattoo

Full-sleeve tattoos are not for everyone. They are meant to wow people. But because this tattoo is constructed with mostly fine lines, it stays elegant and feminine instead of over-the-top.

Cute watercolor dragonfly

@mercuri_michele

Watercolors can effortlessly highlight a tattoo. The natural transition from one color to another brings personality and liveliness to a tattoo.

Dragonfly and key

@reyr1tattoo

What a creative hand tattoo. With the combination of a dragonfly and a key, the tattooist wants to tell us that the key to our future is in our hands.

Dragonfly and moon phase

@2ndskintattoo

This chest tattoo depicts the moon phase and a dragonfly. The shift of the moon from one stage to another echoes the dragonfly symbolism, which is change and transformation.

If you need a boost of confidence in facing changes and uncertainties, this design will remind you of your inner strength and resilience.

Moon and dragonfly