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1 Asian Tattoo Flash CD-ROM And Book Dover
Dover 048699015X / 9780486990156 Paperback New 
Fire-breathing dragons. Elegant floral bands. Exquisitely detailed Mehndi graphics. This collection of 125 beautiful Asian images features some of today's most popular body art designs. Includes three versions of each tattoo -- in black-and-white outline, solid drawing, and full color -- so it's a great resource for tattoo artists and designers alike. 
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2 Bloodwork Bodies Analog Tattoo Arts Kolectiv
Analog Tattoo 0972857850 / 9780972857857 Hardcover New 
After several years traversing the globe, the compilation of this comprehensive collection of contemporary tattoos by some of Earth's most passionate and dedicated tattooers is complete. BloodWork: Bodies is an archival body of work requiring time and attention to absorb. Weighing in at 27lbs, the scale alone informs the holder of the commitment needed. Inside this tremendous 900 page tome, 119 backpieces and bodysuits created by 53 tattooers the world over are documented in luxuriant detail. The oversized foldouts offer massive views of each tattoo, exhaustive close-up studies reveal hidden details, and portraits of tattooers as well as collectors personalize each image set. The two-volume collection, overwhelmingly large as it is, has been carefully crafted using heavy art paper, cloth binding, debossed foil and blind stamping, subtle matte and gloss treatments, fifth color spot, and a sturdy slipcase. Its design and construction are to be enjoyed today but will be of most value to the generations to come. Additionally, the accompanying ether based 360' rotation libraries open a door previously locked. Now, with the ability to rotate and zoom each collector on a single 360? axis, the tattoos unfold to the viewer as they would if observed in person. Each copy of BloodWork: Bodies comes with codes that will grant the owner access to the extensive web-based 360' galleries. Once logged in, the holder has unrestricted access to the entire reference archive. While the two-volume set of exquisite photos and accompanying web-based 360' libraries make for an invaluable reference tool, the deeper raison d'etre behind BloodWork: Bodies is as a vessel to generously preserve the works of contemporary tattooers for future generations. Of equal importance, it presents the tattoos in the light their beauty commands. As a whole it is a sublime representation of the illuminated man. Limited edition of 1200 acquirable numbered copies. Participating tattooers: Adrian Lee, Alex Reinke Horikitsune, Bryan Burk, Chris Brand, Chris Trevino, Civ, Dana Helmuth, Filip Leu, Geordie Cole, George Campise, Grez, Grime, Guy Aitchison, Horigyn, Henning J?rgensen, Jack Rudy, Jason Kundell, Jill Horiyuki Bonny, Jim Miner, Joel Long, Jondix, Kevin LeBlanc, Horikoi, Luke Atkinson, Marcus Pacheco, Matt Shamah, Mick Mike Roper, Mike Rubendall, Mike Shea, Nate Banuelos, Orly, Owen Williams, Paco Excel, Phil Holt Ron Earhart, Sabine Gaffron, Scott Sylvia, Shad Horitsuki Kage, Shige, Shuboku, Horitaka, Thomas Hooper, Tim Lehi, Tin-Tin, Todd Noble Holloway, Horitomo, Trevor McStay, Ivan Szazi, Horiyasu, Horiyoshi III, Yutaro Sakai, Horizakura. 
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3 Bloodwork Sleeves Various
Analog Tattoo 12342 Hardcover New 
This massive, lavish, stunningly beautiful 12-pound book is a collaborative project produced by the Analog Tattoo Arts Kolectiv (ATAK), documenting and exhibiting a comprehensive collection of sleeves by the world tattoo community. Tattooers and collectors from around the globe graciously contributed to this complex collective undertaking. During photo shoots on several continents, sixty-seven sleeves were extensively documented by house photographer Max Dolberg. Next, the raw material was combined into three dynamic composite models: windwill, wingspan, and rotation. The final product offers a unique and singular view of the sleeve that, as of yet, has not been put forth. The extensive range of work within Bloodwork: Sleeves provides a broad view of contemporary tattooers working today, compiling an unparalleled historical document for this and future generations. Clothbound in multilayer die-cut hard slipcase. 16" by 9"; 30" wide with foldout. 350 hand-bound pages printed on heavy art paper. Metallic, spot matte and gloss varnishes. Lenticular cover imagery. Limited edition of 1500 hand-numbered copies. 
Price: 250.00 AUD
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4 Body Type 2 Ina Saltz
Thames & Hudson Ltd 0810982765 / 9780810982765 Hardcover New 
From Rimbaud to the Rolling Stones, from declarations of love and belief systems to self-empowerment and homage, the choice of a typographical tattoo provides insight into the human condition. The sequel to the bestselling "Body Type: Intimate Messages Etched in Flesh, " this second volume collects over two hundred new tattoos and explores the ideas and emotions behind this indelible commitment. This stunning photography collection features commentary on the letterforms as well as personal recollections by the tattooed on the motivations for their decided words. Inspiring, sometimes shocking, and always voyeuristic, "Body Type" 2 is not only for tattoo aficionados, but also for all lovers of the written word. 
Price: 29.95 AUD
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5 Complete Idiot's Guide To Getting A Tattoo John Reardon
Alpha Books 1592577253 / 9781592577255 Paperback New 
Having a tattoo is now thoroughly mainstream but getting it done is still scary for most regular folks. Does it hurt? Is it safe? How much does it cost? Written for the novice and aficionado alike this book walks the reader through every step of the process: making the big decision handling the physical event and finally taking proper care of your own personal work of art. *Expert advice from a high-profile professional *Includes 30 original designs exclusive to this book *Includes 8-page full-color insert *Millions of people of all ages get inked each year *Tattoo shops have sprung up everywhere to meet this growing demand and cable shows such as Miami Ink and Inked draw huge audiences 
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6 Forever And Ever Shawn Barber
9mm Books 0976632551 / 9780976632559 Hardcover New 
Forever and Ever picks up where Tattooed Portraits left off. Shawn Barber's second monograph on the subject of painting portraits of well-known artists expressing themselves in the skin and ink of tattoos is a journal of his five-year concept exploration. In this edition, Shawn shows us the raw images of his subjects in photographs within the context of the tattoo culture, as well as the resultant paintings. This edition also includes commentary on the projects from various well know tattoo artists. 
Price: 99.95 AUD
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7 Graffiti Tattoo Alan Ket
From Here to Fame 3937946624 / 9783937946627 Paperback New 
Many graffiti writers in their quest to improve their artistic talent and earn an honest living have naturally gravitated towards other artistic endeavors. Since the 1970s these artists have made the leap to become muralists, fashion designers, art directors, and as of late tattoo artists. Similar to the graffiti movement in which the artists battle with one another in the public eye to be the best and most respected the same goes within the tattoo world. These spray paint technicians with their color mastery and wild styles are making a splash worldwide and changing the face of the tattoo business by adding their bold letters and thus creating a new visual language for the skin. A language filled with graffiti style burners and characters that are a departure from the standard tribal design and sailor styles. Join us in celebrating the artwork of the best artists that have transitioned from the streets to the tattoo shops around the world including Jason Kundel, Mr. Went, Med, Ces, Chucho, and many more. 
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8 Great Book Of Tattoo Designs Lora S. Irish
Fox Chapel Pfeminine m 1565233328 / 9781565233324 Paperback New 
Presenting appealing and high-quality designs this collection of tattoo artwork includes an extensive breadth of styles—including fantasy Celtic pagan gothic sacred oriental and mythical. Whether used individually in combination or as inspiration for original designs this resource provides designs ideal for personal expression. From dancing dragons and Aztec Indians to fairies and flowers this guidebook is a perfect companion for anyone with an interest in tattoos. 
Price: 26.95 AUD
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9 High Voltage Tattoo Kat Von D
Collins Design 0061684384 / 9780061684388 Hardcover New 
High Voltage Tattoo is a graphic perspective on today's global tattoo culture by Kat Von D star of The Learning Channel's L.A. Ink and one of the most talented and popular artists working today. Designed in a style that is reminiscent of a handmade Gothic journal with its red padded cover ornate typography and parchmentlike pages it throws the door wide open to tattooing culture in the way only an insider like Kat can. High Voltage Tattoo traces Kat's career as an artist from early childhood influences to recent work along with examples of what inspires her information about the show and her shop her sketches and personal tattoos. The book goes deep into tattoo process and culture: readers can see up close the pigments the tools and the making of complex even collaborative tattoos. With a foreword by Motley Crue's Nikki Sixx the book features images and stories about celebrities rockers pro skaters and everyday citizens including Slayer's Kerry King Anthrax's Scott Ian Margaret Cho Jackass' Bam Margera David Letterman and many others. It profiles and showcases the work of artists Kat has selected from all over the world her interviews with people who have compelling tattoos and stories and amazing images of extraordinary tattoo work. Numerous portfolios throughout the book showcase a range of relevant subjects from the black and gray portrait work for which Kat is famous to a popular tattoo theme such as the rose or biblical images. There is a knockout ten-page full-body spread of Kat--clad in a yellow bikini and seven-inch rhinestone-studded red stilettos--that catalogs in detail all her personal tattoos on her front back left and right sides--even her hands and head. 
Price: 39.95 AUD
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10 Juxtapoz Tattoo Juxtapoz
Gingko Press 1584232889 / 9781584232889 Hardcover New 
The second book in an ongoing series from the West Coast art and culture magazine Juxtapoz Tattoo focuses on a subject very dear to the inked hearts of it's readers. Most of the features artists came up at the beginning of Tattoo's modern renaissance in the mid 1990's hungry for a new approach but steeped none-the-less in the traditions of their craft. Whether these gifted tattooists are creating a modern twist on a classic archetype or pushing the boundaries of the future primitives aesthetic innovation is the common goal. Featured tattooists include: Troy Denning Alex McWatt Brian Randolph and Chris O'Donnell of New York Adorned Scott Campbell Steve Boltz Henry Lewis and more. 
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11 Mammoth Book Of Tattoos Lal Hardy
Running Press 076243631X / 9780762436316 Paperback New 
This collection covers all styles of tattoos from bold tribal pieces, Chines characters, and hieroglyphs to delicate air-brushed designs. Included are striking images of tattoos ranging from all-over "body suits" to individual motifs. 
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12 Mike Giant: Muerte Mike Giant
Drago 8888493190 / 9788888493190 Paperback New 
Mike Giant has achieved fame as a graffiti artist illustrator and tattooist. Black ink is Giants specialty and whether his medium is concrete paper or skin his signature style - made up of equal parts Mexican folk art and Japanese illustration - is unmistakable. All over the world his style is renowned and followed. Latin and Hispanic culture play a major role in the execution of his silhouettes which often resemble buxom pin-up femme fatale's and assorted other voluptuous characters often with skulls and animal tentacles (for good measure). Be them shapely graceful figures or flashy femme fatale's from various era's and cultures Mike Giant's characters from every poque guarantee a stellar viewing experience. Muerte is the jewel in the crown of the 36 Chambers series. 
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13 Mitch O'Connell: Tattoos Mitch O'Connell (Illustrator)
Last Gasp 0867196726 / 9780867196726 Paperback New 
The book contains 250 tattoo designs by Mitch O'Connell. They're the best of his three sets of tattoo flash: Stewed Screwed and Tattooed (2001) Done While Drunk (2002) and From the Bottom of the Barrel (2006). Each limited edition set sold for $100 and is now out of print. Mitch O'Connell: Tattoos collects the images in one easy-to-flip-through volume. Mitch O'Connell's art is reminiscent of the Old School Tattoo Art from masters such as Sailor Jerry Collins and Don Ed Hardy; but it uses a more contemporary sense of themes along with O'Connell's distinctive style. Mitch O'Connell: Tattoos is perfect for getting tattoo ideas or as a coffee table book. 
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14 No Regrets Aviva Yael, P. M. Chen, David Cross (Foreword)
Little, Brown & Company 0446582077 / 9780446582070 Paperback New 
Aviva Yael and P. M. Chen spent a year going to tattoo conventions and tattoo studios all over the country chasing stalking e-mailing calling interviewing ambushing and hunting down whomever they could in order to find the most insane tattoos out there. What started out as a joke in a bar became a year-long tattoo safari that's presented here in all its full color balls-to-the-wall train-wreck/beauty-pageant glory. 
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15 Tattoo Chronicles Kat Von D
Collins Design 0061953369 / 9780061953361 Hardcover New 
The Tattoo Chronicles is an illustrated diary that offers an intimate look at a crucial year in the personal and professional life of Kat Von D, the charismatic, no-holds-barred tattooer and star of "LA Ink."
When Kat does a tattoo, she writes an entry about it in her journal, reflecting not only on the significance of the tattoo for the person who is receiving it but also on how the experience of creating this tattoo affects her personally.
In these diary entries--some poignant, some hilarious, some confessional--Kat lays it on the line about how doing these tattoos influences her life and art. Here are the highs and the lows, the good, the bad, and the ugly--including her feelings about her fame, family, love life, friends, and fans.
Visually stunning, this graphically compelling diary is jam-packed with tons of Kat's images, from sketches of her tattoos to the finished works, and candid shots of her unusual personal collections--all photographed by Kat herself. Fans will love reading about her array of clients from all walks of life, including MotOrhead's Lemmy Kilmister, Dave Navarro, and members of Metallica, Green Day, Kings of Leon, and the Eagles. Throughout "The Tattoo Chronicles" are captivating, color photographs of Kat that were taken specifically for the book, published here for the first time. 
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16 Tattoo Delirium Eva Minguet
Harper Collins 0061740322 / 9780061740329 Hardcover New 
Tattoos continue to move into the mainstream and grow in popularity with each passing day. For the talented and decorated artists behind these designs, the tattoo is not just a way of adorning the human form, but a way of honoring our bodies, celebrating our icons and loved ones, inspiring ourselves to accomplish our goals, and remembering and marking defining experiences -- a way of life. Tattoo Delirium profiles top tattoo artists around the world, exploring their inspiration, tools, techniques, strategies and thought processes for creating unique, beautiful, and inspirational tattoo designs. What defines them as artists? What were their most challenging tattoos to create? Which ones did they have reservations about? Each artist is introduced with a short biography explaining who they are and why they were drawn to the tattoo design field, notes and musings from them on their clientele and favorite tattoo designs are featured, along with full-color photographs and sketches from their extraordinary creations. 
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17 Tattoo Designs Of Japan Horiyoshi
Hardy Marks 0945367287 / 9780945367284 Hardcover New 
This book is a collection of classic Japanese tattoo imagery as perfected by master artist Horiyoshi III (Yoshihito Nakano). Nakano's passion for the great artists of the ukiyoe (pictures of the floating world) tradition has led him on a continuous quest for source images from the great history of his country's art and from them his own inspired flights of fancy. In this he continues the grand pattern of Japanese design distilling reworking and giving new life to ancient powerful forms. - from the introduction by Don Ed Hardy. Hardcover mostly b&w some color. 
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18 Tattoo Johnny David Bollt
Sterling Innovation 1402768508 / 9781402768507 Paperback New 
These days, it seems like everybody--male, female, young, and old--wants a tattoo. But choosing the right design isn't always easy. "Tattoo Johnny" to the rescue! Culled from the world's leading tattoo Web site, this in-depth resource offers more than 1,000 designs in a wide range of styles, all by renowned artists: angels, devils, flowers, pirates, pin-ups, religious images, stars, zodiac signs, and more. Whether readers are getting their first tattoo, or a second, third, or tenth, this is the ideal place to find the perfect pattern. 
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19 Tattoo Machine Jeff Johnson
Spiegel & Grau 0385530722 / 9780385530729 Paperback New 
As the proprietor of the legendary Sea Tramp Tattoo Company, in Portland, Oregon, Jeff Johnson has inked gangbangers, age-defying moms, and sociopaths; he's defused brawls and tended delicate egos. In Tattoo Machine, Johnson illuminates a world where art, drama, and commerce come together in highly entertaining theater. A tattoo shop is no longer a den of outcasts and degenerates, but a place where committed and schooled artists who paint on living canvases develop close bonds and bitter rivalries, where tattoo legends and innovators are equally revered, and where the potential for disaster lurks in every corner. 
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20 Tattoo Mystique: The Art And World of Angelique Houtkamp Angelique Houtkamp, Other Mike Giant
Outre Gallery Press 0957768443 / 9780957768444 Paperback New 
TATTOO MYSTIQUE is the breath- taking follow up to TATTOO DARLING a book celebrated for bringing tattoo aesthetic nostalgia magical vision together through the art and personality of Dutch artist ANGELIQUE HOUTKAMP. ANGELIQUE has built a deserved reputation as an artist and tattooist with a distinctive style enchanting visual language and fresh vision of history that has attracted sparkling fanfare and followers internationally. This second volume documents a whole new collection of artworks glimpses into Angelique s personal collection marvellous photographs of Angelique presenting the charms of her hometown Amsterdam an introduction by internationally renown artist MIKE GIANT and a comprehensive interview with ANGELIQUE. 
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