• A tattoo of a lock and key can signify secrecy or devotion.lock and key image by Dwight Davis from Fotolia.com
  
  If you are interested in creating a bold statement, consider getting a tattoo. This permanent way of displaying art has become a fairly commonplace practice in our society, and people get tattooed for a variety of reasons--from showcasing their adoration of something to simply liking the look of it. The images displayed in a tattoo can be anything that interests you. If you are getting a tattoo to show your devotion or belief in something, consider getting a tattoo that incorporates a key.
  
  

Heart and Key

• If you are getting a tattoo to signify the love that you share with someone, a tattoo of a heart and key is an ideal option for you. Such a tattoo signifies that someone holds the key to your heart or that you hold the key to somebody's heart. There are several variations for such a tattoo. The heart can be simple or ornate and can be colored or done in gray scale. If the tattoo signifies a relationship, have an anniversary date printed on the heart, or have yours and your significant other's initials inscribed in the heart. You may choose to have a plain key or a design that is more intricate adorned with the name of your significant other. Have the key lay next to the heart or have the key placed on a chain that is wrapped around the heart.
  
  

Lock and Key

• There are several reasons why a lock and key tattoo may be something you want to have tattooed on your body--from displaying your devotion and loyalty toward something to showing secrecy and even new ownership of an item, such as a house. Showcase secrecy with a tattoo of lips that have a lock placed on them and a key laying next to the lock. For loyalty and devotion, get tattooed with a simple black-and-white lock and key, or create a bold statement with a detailed lock and key. If you have recently purchased a large object, such as a car or a home and you are proud of your accomplishment and want to permanently display the pride you have in yourself, a lock and key tattoo may be the right choice for you. If you have bought a home, a front door with a key inserted in the lock may work for you. Perhaps you have just purchased your dream car--have the keys and the ignition to the auto turned into a tattoo.
  
  

Gate and Key

• This is a tattoo for someone who has overcome hurdles and obstacles in their life and turned a bad situation into a good one. The gate is a metaphor for the pathway to better times in life or achievements that have been gained, and the key signifies the opening of that gate. If you prefer an uncomplicated look, maybe a simple gate from a picket fence with a basic key is appropriate for you. A gate with detailed wood or brass work and a fancy gold or silver key may be a choice for someone who has extravagant taste.