Along with background ranging from "old school" nautical motifs to tribal and Oriental styles, this well-illustrated guide offers expert tips on creating tattoo flash art of skulls, hearts, dragons, other images.

Collected together for the first time are 100 on-skin designs from some of Japans top irezumi artists. Tattooists and Japanese aficionados alike will value this as a great sourcebook and fascinating art ink collection.

Skull tattoos are a timeless symbol of mortality, reminding us to live each day to the fullest. In this book, you'll find a variety of skull tattoo designs to inspire your next ink. From traditional skull tattoos to more contemporary designs, there is something for everyone in this book. The book is organized by tattooing style, with sections dedicated to simple and minimalist designs, black and grey designs, colorful designs, and more. Each section features a wide variety of designs, ranging from skulls paired with animals or flowers to full skull portraits. The book also includes information on various tattooing techniques, such as dotwork, linework, and shading. Each design is accompanied by a brief description of the technique used to create it, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the art of tattooing. In addition to showcasing stunning skull tattoo designs, the book also provides tips on finding the right artist and aftercare for your new tattoo. A section on the history of skull tattoos and their meanings behind common symbols and elements is also included, giving readers a deeper appreciation for the significance of their new ink. This book is perfect for tattoo enthusiasts looking for inspiration for their next skull tattoo or for those new to the tattooing world looking to learn more about the art of skull tattoos. With over 300 designs to choose from and tips for finding the right artist and aftercare, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in skull tattoos. BONUSE ADDED: link to download all the 300+ tattoo rose designs at the end of the book!

Engendering objects explores social and cultural dynamics among Maisin people in Collingwood Bay (Papua New Guinea) through the lens of material culture. Focusing upon the visually stimulating decorated barkcloths that are used as male and female garments, gifts, and commodities, it explores the relationships between these cloths and Maisin people. The main question is how barkcloth, as an object made by women, engenders people’s identities, such as gender, personhood, clan and tribe, through its manufacturing and use. This book describes in detail how barkcloth (tapa) not only visualizes and expresses, but also materializes and defines, people’s multiple identities. By ‘following the object’ and how it is made and used in the performance of life-cycle rituals, in exchanges and in church festivities, this interaction between people and things, and how they are mutually constituted, becomes visible. How are women’s bodies and minds linked with the production of barkcloth? How do cloths produced by women both establish and contest clan identity? In what ways is the commodification of barkcloth related to gender dynamics? Barkcloth and its associated designs show how gender ideologies and the socio-material constructions of identity are performed and, as such, developed, established and contested. The narratives of both men and women reveal the ways in which barkcloth provides a link with the past and dreams for the future. The author argues that the cloths and their designs embody dynamics of Maisin culture and in particular of Maisin gender relations. In contributing to the current debates on the anthropology of ‘art’, this study offers an alternative way of understanding the significance of an object, like decorated barkcloth, in shaping and defining people’s identities within a local colonial and postcolonial setting of Papua New Guinea. “Engendering Objects is among the most comprehensive and innovative new works emerging from Melanesia examining the intimate connections between material culture, cultural identity and gendered personhood. Drawing upon extensive ethnographic fieldwork, archival research and examination of museum collections, Anna-Karina Hermkens traces the enduring yet innovative place of tapa (barkcloth) among the Maisin people. Written with warm compassion and immediacy, the book is a theoretically provocative, accessible and compelling portrait of changing life in a Papua New Guinean village society.” – John Barker, University of British Columbia “This book makes a most welcome contribution to the study of the materiality by showing how gender is performed in the sensuous terms of clothing, food, and the exchange of objects. Anna-Karina Hermkens accomplishes this with enviable care and intellectual resources, and a prose and ethnography that make the book a pleasure to read.” – David Morgan, Duke University “Anna-Karina Hermkens takes us to look at designs on bark cloth from Papua New Guinea through a magnifying glass. A fascinating perspective on material culture evolves. Beyond the art work we discover individuals – mainly women – painting their stories about who they and their beloved are as women and men, as traditional members of a clan, and also what they head for as strugglers in a new economy driven world.” – Christian Kaufmann, Honorary Research Associate, Sainsbury Reseach Unit, University of East Anglia, Norwich UK, former curator for Oceania at the Museum der Kulturen Basel

In the 1830s, missionaries in French Polynesia sought to suppress the traditional art of tattooing, because they believed it to be a barbaric practice. More than 150 years later, tattooing is once again thriving in French Polynesia. This engrossing book documents the meaning of tattooing in contemporary French Polynesian society. As a permanent inscription, a tattoo makes a powerful statement about identity and culture. In this case, its resurgence is part of a vibrant cultural revival movement. Kuwahara examines the complex significance of the art, including its relationship to gender, youth culture, ethnicity and prison life. She also provides unique photographic evidence of the sophisticated techniques and varied forms that characterize French Polynesian tattooing today.Winner of The Japanese Society for Oceanic Studies Award 2005.

If you are thinking of getting a written tattoo, the examples and symbolic explanation of the mantras, alphabets, and fonts featured in this book will inform and inspire.

Forensic Analysis of Tattoos and Tattoo Inks is the single most comprehensive resource on the analysis of tattoo inks and use of tattoos as a tool in forensic investigations and criminalistics. The book begins with a history of tattoos and tattoo inks, and covers the use of tattoos throughout time as aids in the identification of individuals. It pr

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 tattoo • Covers popular subjects (snakes, dragons, portraits, hearts, roses and more) along with discussion of the symbolism behind them • Features a chapter that explores tattoo styles applied to graphic art • A gallery showcases the diverse styles of nine additional top tattoo artists Whether 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.

AI Stylespedia with Midjourney: The Ultimate Visual Directory for Creativity "AI Stylespedia with Midjourney" is a visually stunning image directory designed to unlock the full potential of your creative mind by showcasing over 460 unique different styles and more than 1,000 high-quality color images printed on premium, thick paper. "AI Stylespedia with Midjourney" is the essential tool for unlocking your creative potential through the power of AI-driven image generation. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced AI art enthusiast, this book provides the inspiration to help you transform ideas into vivid and real images. Each image is accompanied by a easy-to-follow prompt, to create visuals across various categories, such as illustration, photography, lighting effects, artistic techniques, patterns, and more. The book goes beyond simple prompting, encouraging deeper experimentation and exploration of AI-generated images. In addition to the visual directory and prompts, AI Stylespedia with Midjourney offers practical tips and tutorials to perform creative techniques such as image blending and editing. These sections help readers achieve a closer match to their creative vision, demonstrating how to refine outputs with precision rather than relying entirely on the AI model. This makes the book an excellent companion for those who want more control over their artwork, allowing you to go beyond default prompts and customize your designs in exciting new ways. The book's techniques are easily transferable to other AI image generators, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in digital art or AI creativity. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the ropes or an expert seeking fresh inspiration, this book caters to all skill levels. If you're looking for the perfect resource to expand your AI artistry and turn inspiration into reality, AI Stylespedia with Midjourney is the guidebook you need to make your creative dreams a reality.

A comprehensive, practical guide to professional make-up, this text has a special emphasis on creativity and developing individual style and skills. Also covers: creating fashion and photographic image, cosmetic camouflage and body art, hairstyling and wigs, and how to run a successful business as a make-up artist.