20 Gorgeous Georgia O’Keeffe-Inspired Tattoos That Celebrate the Artist’s Love of Nature

If you’ve ever been mesmerized by the intricate beauty of Georgia O’Keeffe‘s paintings, you’re not alone. Her unique style and love for nature, especially her iconic flower and skull illustrations, have inspired many, transcending the canvas to permeate various forms of artistic expression.

In the world of tattooing, O’Keeffe’s influence is notably profound. Tattoo enthusiasts and artists alike are drawn to her evocative imagery, recreating her iconic motifs in stunning, wearable art. This post will explore twenty such tattoos, each reflecting the timeless allure of O’Keeffe’s work.

Hands

O’Keeffe’s art dealer-turned-husband, Alfred Stieglitz, took many, many photographs of her, including some famous ones, showing her hands in a variety of positions. This tattoo is based on one of those pictures.

In the Style of

“Georgia O’Keeffe inspired iris […] incredibly grateful for the trust + connecting over our admiration for O’Keeffe’s artistic genius,” the artist who shared this image wrote. We love the color contrast here.

Ethereal Blooms

The tattoo artist who shared this design included a quote from the artist: “I’ve been absolutely terrified every moment of my life – and I’ve never let it keep me from doing a single thing I wanted to do.”

What a dynamite quote!

Skulls Are In

Desert landscapes, flowers, and animal skulls are heavily featured in the artist’s work. They are also heavily featured in tattoos inspired by the artist. This is the first of many we will share with you.

At Work

Here’s one very creative take that finds the artist included in the flower painting. Work with an artist with a point of view and you too could have something singular. They can make your dream a reality!

Watercolor

Watercolor tattoos are a huge trend today. It is also fitting for O’Keeffe who worked in the medium often. We find one of her skulls here that’s washed in vibrant color.

Georgia O’Leaf

“Georgia O’Leaf,” the artist captioned this gorgeous design. A lot of attention goes to the oversized flower paintings but the artist’s paintings and patterning of leaves are so moving.

A Portrait of the Artist

Wow! What a stunner! We find a portrait of O’Keeffe lovingly applied here. A masterwork of light and shadow.

In a Circle

Here is one of our favorite Georgia O’Keeffe tattoos on this list. The tattoo artist’s signature is to take a larger painting and to slice a little circle out of it. The painting is called Corn No.2, 1924, Oil on canvas. What a dream!

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Popping Poppies

How about these blazing orange poppies? We love the way the warm tones contrast with that deep black in the center. We’re in love.

Jazzy

The tattoo artist chose the most glorious blue for the background of this Georgia O’Keeffe tattoo. A word of caution about white ink: white ink fades very quickly and if you go with it, you will need touch-ups fairly often to keep it looking great.

Mother of American Modernism

Tattoo artist who shared this image took the opportunity to remind followers that O’Keeffe is known as the “Mother of American Modernism” because she ushered in the abstract modernist movement.

Black Iris No. 3

This Georgia O’Keeffe tattoo is all about the drama. Deep purple and grey swim together in an intoxicating mix. The tattoo artist really nailed this one.

So Many Skulls

This animal skull is inspired by the many like it that O’Keeffe painted in her lifetime. Take a look at all the tiny lines used to give it texture.

Cute Stem

The tattoo artist shared a great quote from O’Keeffe along with this image: ” decided that if I could paint that flower in a huge scale, you could not ignore its beauty.”

We must say we agree.

A Unique Portrait Based on a Picture

Wow! This is an artful take! Tiny dots have been employed to create an image in the artist’s likeness. Truly beautiful.

Georgia O’Keeffe With a Twist

Geometric elements have been added to this design for even more visual interest. It takes O’Keeffe’s Red Poppy to a whole new level.

More Definition, More Skull

This tattoo artist went a little darker with their interpretation of the skull. They explained that they had to redesign it and take some artistic liberties to make it work as a tattoo. It turned out!

Purple and Gold

How good do purple and gold inks look together? We are smitten with this tattoo and love the smaller flower details that make it unique.

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A Sleeve

We find a very large Georgia O’Keeffe tattoo here that constitutes a sleeve. We love the little frog friend in the mix. This goes to show that if you can dream it, a tattoo artist can help you achieve it.

In conclusion, these twenty tattoos are a small testament to Georgia O’Keeffe’s enduring influence in art and beyond. They capture her distinctive style and bring it to life on a different canvas – the human body. Whether you’re a tattoo lover, an art enthusiast, or both, we hope this exploration of O’Keeffe-inspired ink has inspired you. After all, what better way to pay homage to an artist who believed in the power of expressing one’s inner world than by carrying a piece of her vision with you in such a personal and transformative way?

For even more flower tattoos, keep reading! We’ve got dozens more to share with you.

Lovely Lilacs

Lilacs are often considered symbols of spirituality and tranquility. We’d say these lilac flower tattoos look pretty peaceful and serene! The delicate application and the inclusion of white ink for highlight really put this design on a whole new level.

A Red Rose

Red roses symbolize romance and love which is likely why so many people choose them for their flower tattoos! This design is unlike most, however, as it has been tattooed in a completely original style. Find yourself a tattoo artist with a point of view and you could easily end up with something this spectacular.

Very Fine Violets

How dreamy are these violet flower tattoos? Often, artists will use black lines and then shade them in but here we find a softer look thanks to the absence of them. Violets have been considered a symbol of modesty since antiquity.

Poetic Peony

Peonies are a symbol of good fortune. We know that’s definitely the case as this is one of the most beautiful tattoos we have ever beheld. The black background really acts to make the colors in this design pop.

A Beautiful Bouquet

Why get just one type of flower when you can have multiple flower tattoos? We find vibrant colors across the spectrum here with a cute little ladybug on top to make this extra sweet.

Orchid for the Win

Here’s the most delicate orchid tattoo you will ever see! Orchids symbolize love and luxury and both feel apparent in this design. This tattoo is one of the smallest we’ve shown you but you can go even smaller!

Micro Realness

Micro tattoos are extremely popular among flower tattoos as they look like tiny treasures. This is one example done in black ink but we’ll share more like it as this list goes on.

A Whole Scene

One of the most stunning flower tattoos on this list, this masterpiece features all sorts of floral goodness along with one of the most beautiful hummingbirds you will ever lay your eyes on. If you’re interested in a half-sleeve tattoo, florals are clearly a wise way to go!

Watercolor Poppies

Flower tattoos done in a watercolor style are a match made in heaven. These expressive poppy flowers are such a dream come true. In literature, poppies have long been associated with sleep and peace (think of the famous scene from The Wizard of Oz).

Paradise

The Bird of Paradise flower has one of the most unusual blooms of any plant. The buds look like birds! We love this take on the bud and it’s one of the most unique flower tattoos on this list!

Sharp Hydrangea

What do you think of this black ink hydrangea tattoo? We think it’s a very sharp-looking design. Most flower tattoos go full color but you can see that black offers sophistication.

More Poppy

Here’s another poppy tattoo but as you can see it’s been done in a totally different style. It’s reminiscent of decorative arts and illustration. If you’re interested in understated flower tattoos, you could do something similar!

Micro Magic

Here’s another micro tattoo and it’s so small and delicate that we’d bet it was done using the stick-and-poke method which is simply a machine-free tattoo done by hand. For the smallest designs, consider finding an artist who specializes in this type of tattooing.

Here for the Drama

Marigold and Narcissus flowers look so dramatic in this tattoo! We find the gold and orange on the petals to contrast in a big way with the green and blue leaves. It makes the entire design truly look dynamic.

Pink Roses

Pink roses symbolize sweetness, grace, and feminity. We find all of those qualities in these flower tattoos look so breathy with their delicate blush color. We imagine a great many folks would love to have something similar.

Tiny Buds

Here are some teeny-tiny flower tattoos of lilacs and forget-me-nots. These super fine tattoos have a subtle symmetry that offers plenty of balance.

The Whimsy

Check out the color choices for this truly remarkable tattoo with flowers that are out of this world! This natural scene feels both fresh and timeless with a storybook style that meets new-school sensibilities. Bravo!

Art

Do you see the image hidden in these flower tattoos? We don’t want to spoil the surprise but take a look at those colorful shapes and see if you see anything looking back at you. The pops of color really help balance out the moody black of the floral illustration. A real winner!

Neotraditional

Traditional flower tattoos are very graphic like this one and the artist has chosen some interesting colors of ink to help update the design for a more contemporary look. If you love old-school tattooing, you should request something similar.

Going Big

Giant flower tattoos are a delight if you have the patience to sit for one of them. We find these luscious lilies to be perfectly placed on the shoulder blades for a clever look that accentuates the natural shape of the body.

Larkspur & Marigold

Larkspurs symbolize an open heart and marigolds represent the power of the sun. We think both look so cute in these flower tattoos that are super stylish and imaginative.

A Touch Abstract

Black, blue, and orange are clearly a winning color combo. We find two poppy flower tattoos here but also a lot of abstract imagery in the form of “brushstrokes” and round shapes that look like the sun and moon. What a delight!

Art Deco

These stunning flower tattoos with black and red details look like they come straight from the Art Deco period. If you want to find the sweet spot where graphic meets minimalism, something similar will serve you very well.

Lovely Lotus

This lotus tattoo looks like meditation in visual form. Take a deep breath and appreciate the intricacies of the flower paired with the simple line and dot elements.

Illustrative

Do you have a picture book that holds special meaning to you? There might be an illustration of flowers in it that will work as a subtle nod to your childhood favorite. These simple yet evocative red flowers look like child’s play in the best way.