The whales are the largest mammals in the world, but despite their gigantic size, they are gentle and intelligent animals. People became fascinated by these beautiful creatures from the oldest times. In tattoo art, whale tattoos have grown in popularity in recent years due to their multiple and positive meanings.
Depending on the cultures and legends, whales represent a symbol of longevity and divine justice. They were a source of food, but also a powerful totem and a spiritual guide, helping the survival of the human race, both physically and culturally. In various cultures, whales and dolphins were associated with divine powers and perceived as superior beings, funerals being organized for the stranded ones.
A whale tattoo can have multiple meanings, symbolizing usually virtues like power, intelligence, and gentleness, but also embodies spiritual beliefs and a peaceful life.
#1 Floral Blue Whale Tattoo
Photo: Dima Furs
#2 Geometric Dotwork Whale on Chest
Photo: Anastasia Vasilenkova
#3 Whale and Mandala Back Piece
Photo: diffuzer
#4 Dotwork Whale Tattoo on Forearm
Photo: Darkmaa_tattooer
#5 Colorful Whale with Begonia
Photo: tattooist_silo
#6 Linework and Dotwork Floral Whale
Photo: Vitaly Kazantsev
#7 Black & Red Whale Tattoo
Photo: doyo_tattoo
#8 Fine Line Geometric Whale
Photo: Phoebe Hunter
#9 Floral Space Whale 
Photo: shadowpromise
#10 Black Ink Whale with Crescent Moon
Photo: Masa_tattooer
