Vancouver architecture
Some people are more creative than others. The subtle nod to Vancouver’s post-and beam architecture is clever and creative.
Vancouver is home to a vibrant tattoo scene. The artistry and diversity of styles available in the private studios around the Lower Mainland are incredibly impressive and some tattooists have months-long waitlists just for their flash pieces – let alone any custom work.
Are you looking for American classic, American traditional, or illustrative watercolours? There are many options. You can even get cosmetic tattoos such as freckles and eyeliner.
They seem to be divided into two types when it comes to Vancouver’s most iconic tattoos: The love letters and the stereotypes.
The stereotypes group is the one with the tattoos that bartenders name cocktails after. Joe Casson (the bar manager at Bar Susu) had a cocktail called “Not Another Rose Tattoo” on their menu in the summer. Compasses, mountain ranges, trees, and waves also fall into this category. This includes anything that honors nature in the Pacific Northwest.
You don’t have to be mad that I own three of four of these tattoos.
Love letters is the second category. These are tattoos that have a more Vancouver-specific theme and highlight features such as architecture or art.
These are the most Vancouver-themed tattoos that we found. Are you a Vancouver-themed tattoo artist? We’d love for you to share it with us.
The East Van Cross
This cross, also known as the East Van cross, is very popular in this group. Some people keep true to Ken Lum’s original artwork while others add their own spin.
Lions Gate Bridge
A popular alternative is to include the famous Lions Gate Bridge into your design.
Vancouver architecture
Some people are more creative than others. The subtle nod to Vancouver’s post-and beam architecture is clever and creative.
