Tattoo Description Answer: A winged tattoo represents freedom and liberty. The wings should be large, with detailed feathers. The wings should be extended to emphasize the size and beauty of the wings. The wings should be symmetrical with equal number of feathers on each side. The wings should have a slight curvature to follow the shape of the back. The wings should be colored in a light blue to represent the sky and freedom. The wings should be placed on the upper back to represent the ability to soar above the obstacles of life.