10 Best Shark Tattoo Ideas: Top Ideas For Shark Tattoos

The apex predator of the sea, stealthy, quick, and of course… deadly. Our fascination and primal fear of sharks has sparked countless sailors stories, horror movies, and an entire week of programming dedicated to these monsters of the deep.

That is why we put together our list of the 10 Best Shark Tattoo Ideas, to tip our caps to these frightening yet majestic kings of the ocean. From the comical looking hammerhead to the infamous great white, we have a shark tattoo for any taste.

So jump in your dingy, put some chum in the water, and see what stops by for a bite, as you enjoy our list of the Best Shark Tattoo Ideas… ‘da dum…  da dum…  da dum….’

#10: Shark With Flowers Tattoo

Sharks are beautiful. Flowers are beautiful. Put them both together, and you have yourself a beautiful tattoo. Don't stop at flowers and Sharks either, whatever you like will most likely mix well with a shark tattoo, even a tornado ...

Tattoo done by Summer

#9: Hammerhead Shark with Geometric Dot Work

The noble Hammerhead, the "Mr. Silly-Head" of the shark world, is next on our Shark tattoo list. And, this Hammerhead Shark tattoo complements the carpenter of the sea with its geometric dot work design.

Tattoo done by Devon

#8: Snarling Great White Shark Tattoo

Wouldn't want to be this Sharks dentists, am I right? Wink, wink...  You know it's time to "Get a bigger boat" when Great White looks at you like this shark tattoo. But who really knows, maybe he is just doing a really big, dorky, toothy smile, and he just wants to play? Why don't you go find out, let me know what happens ... 

Tattoo done by Steve

#7: Tiger Shark Tattoo

Named a Tiger Shark because of the razor sharp claws on their fins, the Tiger Shark makes a great tattoo. And no, they do not really have claws on their fins. But could you imagine? That would be some next level crazy shiz.

Tattoo done by Summer

#6: Stylized Great White Shark Tattoo

Shark tattoos do not need to be perfect anatomical representations of the shark you are getting tattooed. This isn't Nat Geo, this is art homie. Do your Shark tattoo the way you want your Shark tattoo.

Tattoo done by Jah

#5: Hammerhead Shark Tattoo

Again, it's "Hammer Time". But this time without any distractions, just the Hammerhead tattoo and the flesh. He is also tattooed in the classic "Hammer" pose. It almost looks like you can grab him by the tail and start hamming in some sea nails.

Tattoo done by Sarah

#4: Goldfish Disguised as Shark Tattoo

Look at this sneaky lil fella... That sly devil has figured out a way to fit in the the big boys, making him a honorary big fish. This Goldfish disguised as a Shark really made a splash when he debuted his new digs at Shark Fashion Week.

Tattoo done by Ryan

#3: Shark Tooth Tattoo

Let's face it, teeth are what make the Shark. I mean, could you imagine Jaws if it was just some toothless Shark swimming around gumming people? And this Shark tooth tattoo proves that even out of the mouth, Shark teeth look awesome.

Tattoo done by Devon

#2: Leopard Shark Tattoo

The Leopard Shark gets its name because of its razor sharp claws... probably not falling for that again.... Anyway, they are actually named for for their striking appearance, as you can see from this amazing tattoo. However, I like to imagine they were named after Leonardo da Vinci, because to me they are works of art.

Tattoo done by Steve

#1: Color Great White Shark Tattoo

The most infamous of all the Sharks, the Great White is takes the top spot on our Best Shark Tattoo Ideas list. And really, how could it not? These Sharks have been around literally "killing it" for over 400 million years. And, Great Shark Tattoos have been doing the same since tattoos were invented 300 million years ago (jk, sorry I couldn't help myself, tattoos have been around way longer than sharks.).

Tattoo done by Steve

We hope you enjoyed our list of the 10 Best Shark Tattoo ideas, what were some of your favorite shark tattoos? Did you think we missed any shark tattoo ideas? Let us know in the comments below.

Did one of these shark tattoo ideas make you smell the blood of a new tattoo in the water? If so, make your to book your tattoo at Mr. Inkwells tattoos, where one of our amazing artists can tattoo a shark sharper than a great whites tooth.

See you soon!