| Modern Tribal Tattoo Designs Contributor(s): Irish, Lora S. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1565233980 ISBN-13: 9781565233980 Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing OUR PRICE: $13.46 Product Type: Paperback Published: April 2009 Annotation: Inspired by traditional tribal tattoos, this collection of new artwork is an excellent sourcebook for bold and interesting designs from a range of cultural and historical sources. This reference features a wide variety of styles--from the fine line work of henna patterns to black work patterns that incorporate large solid areas to motifs, such as totems, talismans, and free-form designs--combined with repeating elements, including triangles, spirals, suns, and barbed wire, to create body art that makes a bold visual statement of individuality that is rooted in traditional tattoo art. Additional information on the symbolism and meaning associated with the attributes of each tattoo is included to make this a comprehensive sourcebook on tribal tattoo art. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Art | Body Art & Tattooing |
| Dewey: 391.65 |
| LCCN: 2008052243 |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 5.5" W x 7.2" (0.60 lbs) 151 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: In years past, our ancestors wore tattoos to mark a family achievement, to memorialize special occasions like marriage and child birth, to identify tribe members, to protect against enemies and misfortune, and to celebrate victory in battle. Today, men and women wear tattoos to reflect their individuality. Bold statements, these new tribal tattoos are rooted in historic and cultural sources. Inside Modern Tribal Tattoos, you'll find black work patterns that incorporate large solid areas with fine line accents, motif ideas, including totems and talismans, free-form designs based on long curved lines and fine delicate line work. Repeating elements, like triangles, spirals, suns and lines are also included to enhance large patterns. Bold triangle lines, spiked spirals, ragged curved lines, barb-wire - these make up today's favorite designs, and are included here. Each design includes the attributes or meaning associated with it like: -Love and Affection -Bravery and Courage -Family -Friendship -Independence -Protection -Strength and much more These high-quality patterns, from renowned artist and best-selling author of Great Book of Tattoos, Lora S. Irish, are ready to be replicated by your tattoo artist, or personalized for your next craft project. Define who you are |
Contributor Bio(s): Irish, Lora S.: - Lora S. Irish is an internationally known artist and author, whose acclaimed books include Great Book of Carving Patterns, Great Book of Celtic Patterns, Great Book of Dragon Patterns, Great Book of Tattoo Designs, The Official Vampire Artist's Handbook, Relief Carving Wood Spirits, World Wildlife Patterns for the Scroll Saw, and many more. Fox Chapel Publishing has sold more than 500,000 copies of Irish's books. Lora is also a frequent contributor to Woodcarving Illustrated and to Scroll Saw Woodworking and Crafts magazines. |