How far would you be willing to go to show your devotion for your favorite TV show? There are many ways fans choose to do this, whether it's blogging about it or writing fan-fiction. But some people won't mind taking it to the extreme, and brand their skins with tattoos as an homage to the characters that they love so much. And when we're talking about a show as popular and beloved as The Big Bang Theory, one doesn't have to look very far to find examples!
Even though the show is over, it still lives in our hearts and memories. And it became so popular and enjoyed by so many people around the world, you can even find some that choose to remember Sheldon, Leonard, Raj, and Howard forever through tattoos. If you're curious - or if you're thinking about getting one yourself and need some inspiration - here are ten The Big Bang Theory tattoos that only true fans will understand! And spoiler alert - there's going to be a lot of Sheldon!
A Cute Homage
This is one of the smallest and cutest tattoos that you can get in order to pay homage to The Big Bang Theory. The good thing about this tattoo, in particular, is that it can hold several meanings, and it doesn't have to tie into the show alone. It can simply be a way to show your love for all things universe related!
Simultaneously, it's a beautiful reminder of one of the core themes of the show - science. Sheldon, Howard, Raj, and Leonard will always live in our memories as the funniest and brightest scientists on television. If you like more subtle things, then this one is for you. Plus, the addition of the heart is just adorable.
Straight From A Comic Book
There were many curious moments and trademark catchphrases that we'll always relate back to The Big Bang Theory and, surprise surprise, most of them came out of Dr. Sheldon Cooper himself. No other catchphrase was quite as iconic as "bazinga", so it comes as no surprise that this was the choice many fans made to tattoo on themselves.
The first example we introduce to you is this curious yellow and red tattoo, which is reminiscent of comic-book stories from Marvel and DC. Which is actually perfect, considering how much Sheldon and the gang love comic-books! If you don't mind going for a little color, this could be the fan tattoo for you!
Realistic As Can Be
There are people that go for simpler things, like the ones above, and then there are those that take it ten steps further and show their love by literally tattooing Sheldon Cooper's face on their bodies. We have to give major props to the artist because Jim Parson's face looks like a picture that was glued onto the skin.
Not only did this devoted fan go for a color tattoo with Sheldon's face, but they also added his catchphrase "bazinga" the great scheme of things. That is one heck of a fan!
I Know These Guys...
Probably one of the most inventive, creative, and adorable tattoos from this list comes in the form of four very distinctive drawings of heads. For the untrained eye - and by the untrained eye, we obviously mean people who are not fans of The Big Banf Theory - this might as well be a family portrait.
But those who have lived, cried, and laughed alongside the characters on the show can recognize this adorable bunch from a mile away, It's a beautiful tribute to Sheldon, Leonard, and Raj, and one that is still very low-key.
Bazinga: Next Level
Let's say you really enjoy Sheldon's catchphrase, and you want to give it a proper tribute. However, you don't want just a small comic-book-like tattoo, but you don't want to go as far as to add Sheldon Cooper's face. Well, this tattoo would be the perfect example for you!
This fan made sure that anyone could see the "bazinga" written on his arm with thick letters, and took it a step further adding a planet in the back, in a pretty well-thought out not to science.
An Interesting Caricature
Maybe you do love Sheldon Cooper so much you actually want to tattoo him on your skin. But maybe you're not one to go for super-realistic tattoos, and instead prefer more artsy drawings in your art. Look no further than this incredibly curious caricature of Dr. Cooper!
Complete with the catchphrase and stunning colors, this tattoo is a wonderful piece of art that will impress any die-hard fan of The Big Bang Theory - and flatter actor Jim Parsons in the process.
Soft Kitty, Warm Kitty
This tattoo is a true love letter to The Big Bang Theory. As opposed to others we have included in this list, this one doesn't have a face drawn or the word "bazinga" written on it.
Instead, there are several elements that refer to physics, the universe, and the scientific field as a whole, along with an adorable nod to Sheldon's favorite song, "Soft Kitty". It's impossible not to marvel at this beauty, even if you're not a fan of the show in any way.
The Sheldon Tattoo To End All Sheldon Tattoos
We're finishing of the Sheldon's Face Tattoo Hall of Fame with what is perhaps the most realistic of the bunch. Once again, props to all the amazing artists that were involved in getting these tattoos done.
This is a no-nonsense kind of art. There are no colors or caricatures, just Sheldon Cooper's hyper-realistic face next to his catchphrase. If you're one who loves this particular kind of art, this is the picture you should take to your tattoo artist.
Conversation Starter!
Remember when Amy took Leonard to a wedding and came out with the phrase "Are you willing to draw a mustache on your finger as a conversational starter", and she actually had a mustache drawn on her finger? Well, this tattoo is both a great ode to the show and to that moment in particular.
It's much smaller and low-key than any other tattoo in this list, but it's still perfect in its own unique way. You'll have a little reminder on your finger every time you look at it - and it's a great conversation starter too!
The Remix
And we finish off this list with a tattoo that brings together two of the examples we provided on this list - think of it as The Big Bang Theory remix tattoo.
It includes Raj, Howard, Sheldon, and Leonard, plus the catchphrase we've all grown to love and adore. It's the perfect mix of artsy and lovable!