Approaching the fascinating world of tattoo art from the perspective of design, The Tattoo Sourcebook offers basic instruction on designing a tattoo and hundreds of images to help choose one.   $7.88 | Tattoo Books | Read more…

This one-of-a-kind illustrated reference to the origins and meanings of nearly 1,000 tattoo symbols from around the world is at once an unmatched guide for choosing a personal image and a fascinating look at the tattoo as a work of art.   $11.24 | Tattoo Books | Read more…

Meet twenty-six leading contemporary tattoo artists. Interviews and over 425 exciting color photos of their artwork, from tattoos to paintings, make this an invaluable tattoo resource. This is a viable contribution to tattoo history worldwide, containing insightful interviews with living tattoo legends, and some of the best established and up-and-coming tatto artists.   $19.86 | […]

The artistic versatility of tattoo artists has frequently been overshadowed by the negativity that surrounds tattooing in general. Many tattoos are made by would-be artists who copy overused designs. A perfectly tattooed body requires the skills of a professional and talented artist, who creates a unique and personal design. These designs are often inspired by […]

The Big Book of Tattoo   $16.54 | Tattoo Books | Read more…

Original tattoo designs from Polynesian cultures at Easter Island, Hawaii, the Marquesas, New Zealand, Samoa, Tahiti and Tonga are presented in over 250 historic drawings and color illustrations. Accounts of native ceremonies by the earliest mariners who first reported this practice to the West are provided. The design elements are interpreted in relation to their […]