Illustrated with stunning full color photography, this book presents a rich gallery of contemporary tattoo pieces, featuring every style from old school and Japanese to biomechanic and horror, accompanied by an engaging commentary on this fascinating form of self expression and the traditions and symbols that govern it. As she charts its remarkable story, author Doralba Picerno showcases some of the most daring and exquisite pieces of art ever created on the human body. Tattooing is no modern, new-fangled trend: tattooing has been around for millennia. Indeed, it is one of the oldest forms of body decoration and visibile communication. We have seen evidence of permanent body markings from hieroglyphics found on mummies from the Egyptian and Neolithic eras.

Tattoos: Ancient Traditions, Secret Symbols and Modern Trends

Arts & Photography

Picerno, Doralba

Drawing

Chartwell Books

Written by acclaimed photographer Doralba Picerno, Dragon Tattoos explores dragon tattoo iconography from around the world. This powerful book presents more than 150 stunning images, ranging from traditional European and Eastern examples to modern variations, fantasy dragons, hybrids and chimeras. Dragon designs are accompanied by informative text that explores the origins of various myths and dragon types. Eastern dragons consist of three main types including Chinese, Korean, and Japanese, all of which are linked to local folklore. They are linked with the element water, are wingless, and are considered symbols of power, wisdom, and good fortune. Dragon Tattoos explores the most popular examples of Eastern Dragons that have successfully been transferred to skin art. Eastern dragon iconography dominates modern fashion and skin art, but Europe also has a strong dragon tradition. The book explores European dragons, which are significantly different than their Eastern counterpart with their ability to breathe fire and their bat-like wings. The book also covers variations of dragons, dragons and other animals, and chimeras. Dragons have gripped the collective imagination for centuries and figure strongly in many different art forms. Some of the most striking examples of these mythical creatures can be found in contemporary skin illustrations. Dragon Tattoos is a celebration of one of our most enduring icons that will appeal to tattoo enthusiasts as well as those simply interested in discovering more about this intriguing decorative art.

Dragon Tattoos: An Exploration of Dragon Tattoo Iconography from Around the World

This inspirational subject-based directory presents the very best in modern as well as traditional tattoo art, and will appeal to both seasoned tattoo enthusiasts and those wanting to acquire a tattoo but unsure of the creative possibilities. Tattoo Art features an extensive gallery of superlative imagery, arranged in imaginative sections and including famous faces, fantasy, nature, love objects (such as pin-ups, and romantic symbols), cartoon characters and humorous scenes, personal narratives and symbolism, fusion or mixing of themes, and beautiful examples of abstract or dot work. Written by authoritative tattoo journalist and acclaimed photographer Doralba Picerno, this book promises stunning full-color pictures and incisive commentary.

Tattoo Art: A Photographic Sourcebook

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Beauty, Grooming, & Style

ARCTURUS PUBLISHING LIMITED

Dragon Tattoos presents a gallery of stunning images exploring the different myths and reasons dragons are such popular icons, specifically tattoo icons. This book features more than 150 full colour images, ranging from traditional representations - European and Oriental - to modern variations, fantasy dragons, hybrids and chimera, whilst the origins and characteristics of the different dragon types are explored through informative text and captions. This book will appeal equally to both prospective and seasoned tattoo enthusiasts as well as those simply interested in immersing themselves in this intriguing decorative art, showcasing the very best in modern as well as traditional dragon tattoo art.

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