The history of tattooing is rooted in ancient customs and beliefs. It is also a constantly evolving art form. This book presents more than 1,000 illustrations from 125 of the most important artists working today, and includes a broad range of styles from Japanese and East Asian iconography and classic Americana to photorealism.
Record details
ISBN:9780810997899 (hc.)
ISBN:0810997894 (hc.)
Physical Description:print 379 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.
Publisher:New York : Abrams, 2011.
Content descriptions
Formatted Contents Note:
Dana Brunson : full circle -- Jason Brunson : the progeny -- Michelle Myles : from underground to overground -- Myke Chambers : lightened up -- Nick Colella : letter, man -- Eric Gillespie : flash artist -- Mario Desa : finding salvation in color -- Joey Ortega : ladies' man -- Lal Hardy : playing the punk -- Mario Pablo Castiglioni : bringing home Americana.