High Voltage Tattoo by Kat Von D.

$24.99 AUD

$44.99 (44% off)

Category: Tattoo/Body Modification

The charismatic Kat Von D, the star of LA Ink, with writer Anthony Bozza (author of best-sellers "Slash" and "Tommyland") opens the door to the world of contemporary tattooing, the way only a true insider can. The book will be targeted to the tattoo audience, particularly the younger demographic that ac tively gets tattoos. It will include Kat's story, what inspires her, information about her show and her shop, her sketches, and her personal tattoos (she's a walking tattoo). The thrust of the book is on her point of view on tattooing now: the work she finds inspirational, past and present; great tattoo artists, from a classic artist like Sailor Jerry to people she admires who are working around the world.The book will feature the work of and profiles of/interviews with a range of contemporary tattoo artists. It will also include lots of profiles of /interviews with people who have interesting tattoos and all the stories behind them, which is a very intriguing aspect of her show. The book will have a strong voyeuristic, human interest factor along with a wealth of great line art and photography, which is being shot for the book by Lionel Deloy. Finally, the book will include humourous visual thematic portfolios of Kat's work and aspects of tattooing she finds compelling. The examples include: Kat's portrait tattoos (for which she is famous); great work in typography, back pieces, memorials, body suits, and more. ...Show more

Go Big or Go Home: Taking Risks in Life, Love, and Tattooing by Kat Von D

$14.99 AUD

$29.99 (50% off)

Category: Tattoo/Body Modification

With passion and unflinching honesty, renowned tattoo artist and New York Times bestselling author Kat Von D chronicles her journey to develop greater personal strength by taking bigger risks in life, love, and her art in this stunning illustrated book.In Go Big or Go Home, her most intensely personal w ork yet, Kat Von D raises the expository and tattoo bar as she writes candidly about her greatest desires, fears, successes, and failures, and shares how she has dealt with them-for better or worse. In seven thematic essays, she addresses issues close to her heart-individuality, strength, creativity, independence, presence, wisdom, and altruism-and draws on engaging and inspiring stories from her own life and those of her clients throughout each section.Aligned with this focus on risk taking, making bold moves, and taking responsibility for her actions is Kat's decision to create only large-scale tattoos especially for this book. Each tattoo represents a two-fold commitment: one from Kat as an artist, and the other from the client, for whom the tattoo almost always represents a significant event or a visible manifestation of his or her evolving inner self.Filled with Kat's sketches, handwriting, and specially commissioned photographs of tattoos-both in process and complete-Go Big or Go Home features a range of astounding work on both regular citizens and the many celebrities who seek her out, including songwriter Linda Perry, Green Day's Billie Joe Armstrong, actor Ewan McGregor, rapper Game, and comedian Bobcat Goldthwait.Above all, this special book captures the candor, compassion, and enormous talent of an artist beloved by millions worldwide. ...Show more

Fantasy Tattoo Sourcebook: Over 500 Images for Body Decoration by No Author Provided

$14.99 AUD

$24.99 (40% off)

Category: Tattoo/Body Modification

Approaching the world of tattoo art from the perspective of design, this title offers basic instruction on designing a tattoo and hundreds of images to help you choose one that's right for you. Along with health and safety tips for getting a tattoo, it also includes information for creating the designs using body paints and stencils. ...Show more

Tattoo Bible by Birgit Krols

$19.99 AUD

$39.99 (50% off)

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Tectum's illustrated Bible series gets another welcome addition with this new volume fully dedicated to tattoos. We - men and women - have always tried to enhance our looks: just like jewellery, clothes, accessories, makeA ]up and haircuts, tattoos have been present since time immemorial. Today, tattooi ng is recognized as a socially acceptable and legitimate art form that attracts men and women of all walks of life. This book contains no text but more than 400 modern and historic images of tattoos and tattooed people from all layers of society and all parts of the world, throughout time. As such, it can both be used for inspiration as well as reference and entertainment. ...Show more

Japanese Tattoos: History * Culture * Design by Brian Ashcraft

$29.99 AUD

Category: Tattoo/Body Modification

Thinking of getting a Japanese-style tattoo? Want to avoid a permanent mistake? Japanese Tattoos is an insider's look at the world of Japanese irezumi (tattoos). Japanese Tattoos explains the imagery featured in Japanese tattoos so that readers can avoid getting ink they don't understand or, worse, that they'll regret. This photo-heavy book will also trace the history of Japanese tattooing, putting the iconography and kanji symbols in their proper context so readers will be better informed as to what they mean and have a deeper understanding of irezumi. Tattoos featured will range from traditional tebori (hand-poked) and kanji tattoos to anime-inspired and modern works; as well as everything in between. For the first time, Japanese tattooing will be put together in a visually attractive, informative, and authoritative way. Along with the 350+ photos of tattoos, Japanese Tattoos will also feature interviews with Japanese tattoo artists on a variety of topics. What's more, there will be interviews with clients, who are typically overlooked in similar books, allowing them to discuss what their Japanese tattoos mean to them. Those who read this informative tattoo guide will be more knowledgeable about Japanese tattoos should they want to get inked or if they are simply interested in Japanese art and culture. ...Show more

Temporary tattoo directory by Thorne Russ

$19.99 AUD

Category: Tattoo/Body Modification

The Tattoorialist - Berlin, London, New York, Tokyo, Paris by Nicolas Brulez; Mylene Ebrard

$29.99 AUD

$59.99 (50% off)

Category: Tattoo/Body Modification

Once the mark of an underground subculture, tattoos have well and truly stepped out of the shadows and into the streets. Join photographer Nicolas Brulez and Mylene Ebrard on their road trip to Berlin, London, Paris, New York and Tokyo to unearth the most stylish designs and cutting-edge tattoo artists the world has to offer. Showcasing over 300 photographs of diverse people and their unique designs as well as the cities' best artists, this is a keepsake as well as an informative guide of the best places to get your next ink. Presented in luxurious coffee table book format, this is a stunning edition for the tattoo enthusiast. ...Show more

Wizards and Dragons Tattoo Flash by Alan Weller

$36.95 AUD

Category: Tattoo/Body Modification | Series: Dover Electronic Clip Art Ser.

Perfect for body art or for a host of arts and crafts projects, this mix of magical clip art offers nearly 120 different illustrations of spell-casting wizards and ferocious dragons. Drawn from cultures the world over, the images are both black-and-white — for tattoo flash — and full color.

Drawing and Designing Tattoo Art: Creating Masterful Tattoo Art from Start to Finish by Fip Buchanan

$34.99 AUD

Category: Tattoo/Body Modification

Learn how to create bold, original designs from a master tattoo artist!Tattooing is an art form like no other ...indelible, wearable paintings, each on a one-of-a-kind, ever-moving "canvas." Step into the parlor with master tattoo artist Fip Buchanan as he shares more than thirty years of experience and the secrets to killer tattoo design. In these pages, you'll learn the practical considerations of placement, flow, and color choice, as well as the art of conceptualizing the kind of powerful, personal, out-of-the-ordinary designs worthy of being on a body for life. You'll even find inspiration for taking the look of tattoo art off -skin and into the realm of graphic design.Nine step-by-step demos reveal the author's creative process, from initial consultation and concept to finished tattooCovers popular subjects (snakes, dragons, portraits, hearts, roses and more) along with discussion of the symbolism behind themFeatures a chapter that explores tattoo styles applied to graphic artA gallery showcases the diverse styles of nine additional top tattoo artistsWhether you aspire to join the profession, are a graphic designer looking to expand your portfolio, or simply have a passion for tattoos, this book offers a rare inside look at the cutting-edge world of tattoo art. ...Show more

Nonstop Book of Fantastika Tattoo Designs by K.J. CYPRET

$21.95 AUD

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Ideal for tattoo artists and patrons looking for original designs, this compendium of line art showcases the work of some of the greatest horror, fantasy, and science fiction artists and illustrators in the country. Body art is becoming more and more mainstream, and the presence of science fiction and r elated genres in popular culture is increasingly ubiquitous; this art collection brings the strange and unusual to the eyes of tattoo enthusiasts and skin art into the realm of science fiction and fantasy buffs. These eye-catching tattoos are suitable to mix and match on different areas of the body, and each design is attributed to its horror, science fiction, or fantasy artist so that fans may be newly inspired to develop their own body art style based on the designers they admire. ...Show more

Tribal Tattoo Designs from India by Munducuru

$9.99 AUD

Category: Tattoo/Body Modification

"Tribal Tattoo Designs from India".

Inside Body Art 4 by MAKERS OF BIZARRE

$24.99 AUD

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