When you think about iconic Scottish tattoo ideas, you probably imagine a Saltire, the phrase "flower of Scotland" or a thistle. Maybe even a highland cow, a kilted bagpipe player or the Loch Ness ...

Celtic tattoos have gained popularity for their intricate designs and powerful symbolism. We've compiled 25 beautiful and creative Celtic tattoos to inspire your inner warrior.

Scotland's biggest city, since 2009. Hepcat told Insider that while deciding what tattoo to get is a personal choice, he advises clients to avoid choosing a certain design just because it's a trend.

Thistle design tattoo at Scottish Tattoo Convention Pic: Bart Masiukiewicz aka Pictures in Blood. “I don’t drink, don’t smoke, don’t follow football, tattoos are my wee hobby,” he says ...

That design is found in exactly one place ... I'm not telling you to scrub off that triple-spiral tattoo in shame. It's not Celtic, and anyone who tells you what it "symbolizes" is having you ...

A TATTOO artist has shown off his latest design of an incredibly realistic looking Celtic badge. David Jay Kai has created several amazing replicas of some of the Scottish Premiership's biggest ...

A TATTOO fan saluted his greatest achievements by having them inked on his back in a giant map of Scotland. Al Archibald, 54, spent 12 hours under the needle getting the impressive design ...

To help you, at least a little, we got some design suggestions from Sean Dowdell ... and recognize them for their ornate patterns or scenery. A Celtic tattoo uses black ink to background crosses ...