Flash from the Bowery

Author: Cliff White
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Limited
ISBN: 9780764339288
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 400

Book Description
Between these pages are images of the original acetate rubbings from Charlie Wagner's turn of the 20th century tattoo shop, The Black Eye Barbershop, in the Bowery at Chatham Square in New York. This is the only known art that has survived from this shop, where Samuel J. O'Reilley's modern-day electric tattoo machine was born and patented. The imagery of this classic flash preserves the origins of American tattoos, when tattoo art was transferred to the client from these templates via an acetate stencil. Everything was done by hand until O'Reilley's electrified tattoo machine changed history. This rich heritage of folk art has more than 900 individual pieces of flash that provide commentary on the shop's clientele and reveal some of the social, economic, and political ideas of the time. Including nautical themes, Asian imagery, flowers, boxers, circus characters, and plenty of girls, this is an exciting collection of early American flash and a necessary book for the tattoo artist, aficionado, and student.

Sailor Jerry's Tattoo Stencils

Author: Kate Hellenbrand
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780764315626
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
American tattoo master Sailor Jerry Collins of Hawaii is best known for his remarkable tattoo designs, blending the fluidity of Asian motifs into classic American tattoo imagery. Here is a sizeable portion of Sailor Jerrys stencils, spanning from the 1940s to the 1970s, and including pin-ups, roses, bluebirds, hearts and banners and Jerrys infamous military/political cartoons. The value of the stencils is included, with descriptions of stencils and their usage, and a glossary of tattoo terminology.

Spider Webb's Classic Tattoo Flash 2

Author: Spider Webb
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780764330797
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Innovative artist Spider Webb has brought the traditional art of tattooing into the modern age, elevating the primitive or folk art iconography into modern art with startling interpretations. 400 color and black and white tattoo flash, in two volumes, feature dragons and other mythological beasts, skulls, eagles, beautiful women, hearts, daggers, serpents, and tigers of the natural and supernatural worlds. Many tattoos may be seen as social and political commentary as well. Here is an opportunity to review a prolific artist's work that people from around the globe have been happy to bear as permanent expressions of their inner lives. This book will be treasured by all who enjoy tattoo art.

Star Trek: Year Five - Odyssey's End (Book 1)

Author: Jackson Lanzing
Publisher: IDW Publishing
ISBN: 1684068266
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 140

Book Description
Join the crew of the U.S.S Enterprise in all-new adventures as they near the end of their five-year mission, featuring the characters from the Original Series! The crew of the Enterprise left Earth four years ago. They've traveled to strange new worlds, defeated impossible foes, and made universe-changing decisions. But now, with the end in sight, they'll have to face their biggest challenge yet. Step aboard the Enterprise with Kirk, Spock, Bones, Uhura, Sulu, Scotty, and Chekov as they begin the end of their original five-year mission and boldly go into an uncertain future in this new continuing Star Trek series! Collects issues #1–6.

A Is for Anchor

Author: Paul Slifer
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
ISBN: 9780764343865
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A is for Anchor is a delightful illustrated alphabet inspired by classic images from traditional Western tattoo designs. Written and illustrated by renowned tattoo artist Paul Slifer, the book combines his love for classic tattoo art with his interest in children's books, which was piqued when he became the father of two girls. Painted in the traditional "flash" style of tattoo design making, this book was designed to appeal to parents looking for a different type of alphabet book for their children as well as fans of tattoo art and illustrated books. With its retro, folk art charm and engaging verse, A is for Anchor is a playful book which celebrates a venerable artistic heritage in a new innovative way. You can also make the book part of your decor with a special alphabet poster included with each book. Great for all ages.

Christian Warlich

Author: Ole Wittmann
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 3791358960
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The original work of Christian Warlich, Europe's preeminent tattoo artist in the first half of the 20th century, is brought back to life in a stunning new volume. Christian Warlich was a world famous German tattooist and his flash book is one of the most coveted objects in the tattoo world. It is now available in this exquisite edition that includes over three hundred hand-drawn designs restored to their original vibrant state. It also includes photographs and other archival material, much of which has never been published before. This book brings Warlich's career into new focus, reflecting the latest research on how his early years at sea may have influenced his work. Intricate renderings of cowboys and indigenous Americans, Chinese dragons and Japanese geishas, daggers, snakes, and skulls reveal not only Warlich's influence in the iconography of tattoos, but also suggest the interplay of ideas with tattooists across Europe, North America, and Asia. The book also explores how the art of tattooing was reframed during the Nazi era and how Warlich's estate helped shape the state of tattoo art today. This elegant book is invaluable in understanding the importance of Warlich to the history of tattooing.

Sailor Jerry Tattoo Flash

Author: Norman Collins
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780945367161
Category : Tattoo artists
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description

Original Tattoo Flash of John W. Harden

Author: Chad Knight
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
ISBN: 9780764363986
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 112

Book Description
The most complete tattoo flash compilation by inkmaster John Wesley Harden

Military Flash

Author: Spider Webb
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780764315381
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 80

Book Description
Hundreds of anchors, exotic dancers, angry daggers, and patriotic decorations that adorned the flesh of veterans returning from the world wars. This collection of historic flash is a sentimental look at the body art available during the early 20th Century; and an exciting examination of bold designs that have stood the test of time. Peruse an exhibition wartime art from the turn of the century through World War II.

Italian Tattoo Flash

Author:
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
ISBN: 9780764346262
Category : Tattooing
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Stizzo, the proud owner of Best of Times Tattoo, presents the best work to come out of his famous parlor in Milan, Italy, in the form of beautiful flash, and provides an intimate look into the house artists in action. At turns exotic, religious, and cryptic, but always classy, highly detailed, and distinct, their work and their legacy could spark a new generation of artists who care about tradition and aren't afraid to push their skills to the limit. Showcased on textured paper, the vibrant, iconographic art and bold designs look just as outstanding on artificial surfaces as they would on skin. Enthusiasts and ambitious tattoo artists who hope to imitate these remarkable samples will appreciate the hard work and dedication that goes into Stizzo, Max Brain, and Pellico's craft, which they can catch a glimpse of--at the drawing board and in the studio--in arresting black and white and color photography.