When a tattoo is done well by a talented artist, it's truly inspiring. This collection of insect tattoos are true works of art. From dragonflies and beetles to bees and moths, these bugs are beautiful.
Some are adorned with jewels and decorative designs; others are incredible replicas of the real thing or lovely abstracts versions. These winged and buzzy creatures are simply gorgeous as tattoos.
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Two bees.
We think right below the collarbones is the best spot for two bee tattoos — perfect color and design by tattoo artist Kady Wilie.
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Blue cicada.
This big, beautiful, and blue cicada is gorgeous on the back shoulder blade by Kady Wilie. We have a feeling this is the start of something even bigger.
Dragonfly fossilized.
Tattoo artist Ben Clark created this dragonfly tattoo fossilized in amber. Love that bright orange color.
Jeweled beetle.
There are many beautiful beetles in real life, but this jeweled beetle is truly out of this world. It was created by tattoo artist Daryl Watson, and we couldn't love it more.
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Bees in action.
Those gorgeous flowers are even prettier with bees. Another great tattoo by artist Kady Wilie.
Scarab beetle.
This magical scarab beetle by tattoo artist Brie Felts is breathtaking in that teal. Plus, those wings are perfection.
Wasp.
If a wasp were to look sexy, this is what it would look like. We love this gorgeous tattoo of a wasp created by Nove Riccardo.
Major dragonfly.
This is pure beauty by tattoo artist Quentin Aldhui — dragonflies and peonies are so lovely together.
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Buzzy bee.
We love the fuzziness of the bee captured by tattoo artist Anthony Wilkinson. It's a lovely size for a lower leg tattoo as well.
Tiny bugs.
Created by tattoo artist Veronica Papaleo, these tiny bugs are a sweet addition to just about any nature tattoo.
Luna moth.
The green in this incredible luna moth makes it really stand out. Incredible detailing done by tattoo artist Erica Kraner.
Bee and botanicals.
We love the placement, botanicals, and symbols with this bee tattoo by Sophie Hedon.
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Bug: redesigned.
We love the shapes and creativity that went into this insect tattoo by Venturi.
Ladybug.
This ladybug in black and gray by tattoo artist Emily Rose Hanzel is adorable.
Dragonfly backpiece.
The beautiful tiny lines that make up the wings in this stunning dragonfly tattoo is what sets it apart. It was created by tattoo artist Nathan McIntyre.
Stag beetle.
Seeing this fantastic stag beetle tattoo is a lot different than seeing a real stag beetle. This one — with the white that really makes it pop by tattoo artist Brodie — elicits more of a wow, I love it feeling.
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Caterpillar metamorphosis.
The caterpillar metamorphosis is a fascinating one, making this tattoo by Joshua Keyser equally alluring.
Decorated beetle.
With its gorgeous blue, red, and gold, this beetle created by tattoo artist Sydney Mulvaney features fantastic jewelry detailing as well.
