Inside: Ambigram Tattoo
What is an Ambigram Tattoo?
Have you ever seen a word and read the same word upside down? This is one form of an ambigram. An ambigram (from Latin: ambi both + gram = letter) is a word or words that can be read in more than one direction, where the word reads the same when upside down or turn over to form an entirely new word.
About Ambigram Designs
Today, ambigrams are used in graphic design, commercial logos, book covers, tattoo artworks and music albums. These typographical artworks are used by graphic designers because of their symmetry and the optical illusions it present. With patience and creativity, you can turn any word into an ambigram. Needing more inspiration? Check out these awesome quote tattoo ideas to find some!
Ambigram Design Examples
New Man (1969) logo: The New Man logo is one of the first commercially designed ambigram logo designed by designer Raymond Loewy in year 1969, which is still in use today.
Chirp: A logo identity designed by Todd Weber for his freelance business.
Vegas Ambigram: An ambigram with the text “Vegas” designed by Greg Williams.
Types of Ambigram Tattoos
Ambigram Tattoo Ideas
3. Love + Pain
4. Love + Amor