9"X12" marker and Sharpie on sketch paper. This is an old tattoo/symbolism design out of a random sketchbook in my closet. The koi fish is symbolic of perseverance through adversity and strength of purpose, while the cherry blossoms has different meanings depending on region. In China, the blossom is seen as a symbol of power, especially for women. In Japan, however, it represents the admiration of life and mortality.