This beautiful collection brings together over 700 full-color photographs of work by leading tattoo artists from all over the world. Plus, it includes art and sketches by the artists, illuminating their creative process.
It is now estimated that as much as 10% of the population in the UK and USA carries a tattoo. The huge recent growth in tattoo culture has in turn led to an influx of new talented artists, advancements in pigments and refinement of the equipment used. This giant volume includes the very best of the new work made possible by modern improvements in tattoo art. Here are 500 striking photographic images of tattoos, covering all styles from bold 'tribal' pieces, Chinese characters and hieroglyphs to delicate air-brushed designs, and from all-over 'body suits' to individual motifs - works as distinctive as the bodies they adorn. Featuring the work of the Discovery Channel's L.A. Ink stars Corey Miller, Kim Saigh and Hannah Aitchinson, and London Ink's Nicole Lowe, Louis Molloy and Phil Kyle amongst many others.
Tattoo artist Lal Hardy examines some of the best-known names in the tattoo business, and how they got to the top Renowned tattoo artist Lal Hardy introduces some of the world’s most esteemed tattoo artists, and selects some of their finest work. One of the most popular modern art forms, tattoos are everywhere and the designs have come a long way from the traditional roses, Celtic crosses, and Chinese symbols. Tattoo Legends features some of the most pioneering and well-known names, such as Bob Tyrrell, Horiyoshi 3, Joe Capobianco, Louis Molloy, Valerie Vargas, Paul Booth, Filip Leu, and Freddy Negrete. For each artist, Lal outlines how and why they have become influential and revered within the tattoo world. Descriptions of the artists are accompanied by over 250 color photographs. Written by someone in the heart of this vibrant and constantly evolving world, Tattoo Legends is a fascinating guide to the artists who are creating some of the most imaginative and exciting tattoo art today.