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Moon Tattoo Ideas

Moon tattoos symbolise cycles, femininity, and mystery. Crescent moons, full moons, and lunar phases each carry distinct meanings. Popular in fine line, dotwork, and illustrative styles, moon designs work well on the wrist, ankle, behind the ear, or as part of larger celestial compositions. Look for an artist with precise linework skills for clean crescent shapes.

InkLocate's Australian tattoo library catalogues 166 moon tattoo photos from 152 studios nationwide, each tagged by style, subject and placement. Across these, moon tattoos are most often worked in linework, geometric and blackwork, and most commonly placed on the forearm, upper arm and thigh.

166 moon tattoo photos from 152 studios 5 studios list this specialty

Moon Tattoo Designs

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A detailed linework tattoo featuring a sword and celestial elements with Latin inscriptions.
Xuan Bui Studio
A vibrant neo-traditional sun and moon tattoo with detailed eyes adorns the upper arm.
House of Daggers Tattoo
A striking geometric back tattoo featuring a sun and moon design with intricate linework.
Blah Blah Blah Tattoo
A surreal shark tattoo with a moon design on the forearm.
Blah Blah Blah Tattoo
A detailed realism wolf tattoo with a full moon backdrop on the calf.
Ten Thousand Tigers Tattoo
Detailed fine-line butterfly tattoos with a crescent moon design adorn the client's calves.
The Painted Heart Tattoo Studio
A minimalist linework tattoo featuring a sun and moon design with an eye element.
Finesse Ink (by appointment only)
A minimalist sun and moon tattoo with dotwork detailing.
Finesse Ink (by appointment only)
A vibrant Japanese dragon tattoo with intricate details and a captivating moon backdrop.
Thirteen Feet Tattoo
A delicate fine-line lotus tattoo with moon and sun accents adorns the wrist.
BeInked
A detailed black and grey wolf tattoo with a moonlit forest backdrop showcases impressive realism.
Genbu Tattoo
A detailed black and grey raven tattoo with cherry blossoms is showcased on the forearm.
Tattoos by James
A detailed traditional style tattoo featuring a bird and roses with celestial elements.
Artery Ink
A vibrant traditional tattoo featuring a clown character with a moon backdrop.
Downunder Tattoo
Detailed realism tattoo featuring a bear and portrait with intricate shading.
Minamoto Tattoo
A geometric tattoo featuring celestial elements like the moon and stars is placed on the calf.
Heje Tattoo Studio
A vibrant watercolor wave tattoo with a detailed moon design on the forearm.
Heje Tattoo Studio
Detailed realism owl tattoo with moon accents on the forearm.
Black Book Tattoo
A detailed illustrative tattoo of a luna moth and crescent moon on the forearm.
Drew Shallis Tattoo
A whimsical broom tattoo with celestial elements is showcased on the forearm.
Southern Skin Illustrations
Detailed black and grey wolf tattoo with a moon backdrop on the forearm.
Southern Skin Illustrations
A detailed geometric tattoo featuring a brain and lunar elements on the forearm.
Legacy Ink
A neo-traditional tattoo featuring an angel and cat design on the upper arm.
Left Hand Lucky Tattoo
A detailed neo-traditional chest piece featuring a skull and roses with intricate shading.
Animalistic Body Art
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Top-Rated Moon Tattoo Studios

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Moon Tattoo FAQ

What does a moon tattoo symbolise?

Moon tattoos carry rich symbolism that varies across cultures and personal meaning. Browse artist portfolios on InkLocate to find designs that resonate with your interpretation. Your chosen artist can help refine the symbolism through custom design elements.

How much does a moon tattoo cost in Australia?

Moon tattoo pricing depends on size, detail level, style, and artist experience. Small moon pieces may start from $150-300, while larger detailed work can range from $500 to several thousand dollars. Use InkLocate to compare artists and request quotes directly.

What style works best for a moon tattoo?

Across InkLocate's Australian library, moon tattoos most often appear in linework, geometric, blackwork and black & grey. The best style depends on your aesthetic preference and how much detail you want — browse the moon photos above to see how different artists interpret this subject.

Where is the best placement for a moon tattoo?

In our library, moon tattoos are most commonly placed on the forearm, upper arm, thigh and back. Smaller pieces suit the wrist, ankle, or behind the ear, while larger compositions work on the forearm, thigh, or back. Discuss placement with your artist during a consultation.