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Tattoo
Tattooing-- once thought of as barbaric and the preserve of the lower classes-- is now mainstream. Tattoos are worn today not only by celebrities and leading media folk, but also by an increasing number of people in the street. Displayed proudly or hidden discreetly, tattoos are a permanent expression of individuality, and tattooing has finally emerged from the backstreet parlour to become high fashion.
TATTOO contains over 65 superb color and black-and-white photographs specially taken for this book. Award-winning photographer Dale Durfee has persuaded a variety of people from every walk of life to show their tattoos. Here she presents the very best examples, some in high-detail close-up and others covering the whole body in spectacular style. Every aspect and type of tattoo is included, from delicate and beautiful flowers and rock 'n' roll icons, to Buddhist prayer symbols and interwoven Celtic designs of great simplicity and power.
All the models share a refreshing open attitude and display their tattoos for the camera with warmth and spontaneity. Some have described the significance of their designs, why they were chosen and what the tattoo means to them.
With amazing designs, remarkable people and some practical guidance on getting your first design, TATTOO is an inspiring and entertaining collection of body art-- the ultimate celebration of one of the world's oldest forms of body decoration.
TATTOO contains over 65 superb color and black-and-white photographs specially taken for this book. Award-winning photographer Dale Durfee has persuaded a variety of people from every walk of life to show their tattoos. Here she presents the very best examples, some in high-detail close-up and others covering the whole body in spectacular style. Every aspect and type of tattoo is included, from delicate and beautiful flowers and rock 'n' roll icons, to Buddhist prayer symbols and interwoven Celtic designs of great simplicity and power.
All the models share a refreshing open attitude and display their tattoos for the camera with warmth and spontaneity. Some have described the significance of their designs, why they were chosen and what the tattoo means to them.
With amazing designs, remarkable people and some practical guidance on getting your first design, TATTOO is an inspiring and entertaining collection of body art-- the ultimate celebration of one of the world's oldest forms of body decoration.
- GenresArt
80 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2000
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August 4, 2011
I really liked this book. Very colorful pictures with quotes from the tattooed peoples. Some of the pictures I couldn't tell if the tattooee was male or female so it's nice to have more info on the people in the back of the book. I like tattoo books like this featuring average people from all walks of life rather than the ones featuring celebrities. Many of the people featured in this book live in the UK.
Favorite quote from the book:
"When the designs are chosen with care, tattoos have a power and magic all their own. They decorate the body but they also enhance the soul."
-Michelle Delio
and I agree 100% with the following two quotes:
"It feels good to be tattooed."
-Marius
"Once you've had one, you have to have more - it's addictive."
-Simon
Favorite quote from the book:
"When the designs are chosen with care, tattoos have a power and magic all their own. They decorate the body but they also enhance the soul."
-Michelle Delio
and I agree 100% with the following two quotes:
"It feels good to be tattooed."
-Marius
"Once you've had one, you have to have more - it's addictive."
-Simon
November 14, 2008
I wish this book had been longer.
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