Archive for the ‘Tattoos’ Category
Feb
25
Posted by Disha Singh on
February 25, 2009
Wow! a Graphic & Web Designer, turns to be a tattooist. Todd Dumas thinking to do something different has starting practicing tattooing on himself and here is one of his efforts.
The first tattoo by him on himself is very different which was he made just to create it. He says,
“I am attempting to teach myself the art of tattooing. Right now, I am just doing some “freestyle” experiments with lines, colors and shading. As I get farther along (and more skilled), this will turn into a neo-tribal, abstract piece. This represents about 5 different 20-minute sessions.
This tattoo is damn embarrassing in its current state. The lines are shaky and the shading is terrible.”
However, he agrees to the fact that most new tattoo artists practice on themselves, and mistakes are expected. Though most new tattoo artists have spent a great deal of time in tattoo shops. He thinks that a lot can be learned from just being in the environment and getting work done. Before this, he only had a tiny, black piece that he got over ten years ago.
Thus, I make more mistakes than most would. But each session gets a bit better, and my lines are getting cleaner. Hopefully, I can salvage the design before I have to ink my entire foot black , he added.
Feb
17
Posted by Disha Singh on
February 17, 2009
Tanya from Ont., Canada, got this bright Chest Tattoo from Denis Prevost of Live Once Tattoos.
Tanya says, “I just wanted something bright and bold and I gave Denis’ the reigns on this one the only thing I was looking for was his name in it since he was Brave enough to get mine on his neck.”
Her tattoo matches her body and personality.
Feb
09
Posted by Disha Singh on
February 9, 2009
Colin Dale of Kunsten på Kroppen Tattoo Studio, Denmark, inked this Søren tattoo.
Talking about the tattoo he says,
Søren’s tattoo was hand poked using traditional tools of a type used in the Scandinavian Bronze Age. The design is also inspired by petroglyphs and rock art from the same age. The warrior is meant to move and fight as Søren does… protecting his back.
Søren is a Viking who trains and competes in traditional sword fighting.
Jan
17
Posted by Disha Singh on
January 17, 2009
Darling Kat Von D, has again come up with new venture other than tattooing though about tattooing…am I confusing you? I don’t think so. You remember last year in May she brought out her Make-Up Line and this year she is ready with a book called, High Voltage Tattoo, which she claims, is a window into the world of tattooing through her eyes.
Book appears to be a real treat to eyes and in it you will also see the tattoos Kat has done on the likes of Bam Margera, Kerry King of Slayer, My Chemical Romance, Green Day, Anthrax, Alkaline Trio, Eagles of Death Metal, Margaret Cho, Jeffree Star, Jamie Thomas, Steel Panther, Fireball Ministry, Nikki Sixx, as well as some of her never before seen final tattoos on her all time fave clients!
Let’s see what introduction they give for the Book:
“High Voltage Tattoo is a graphic perspective on today’s global tattoo culture by Kat Von D, star of The Learning Channel’s L.A. Ink and one of the most talented and popular artists working today. Designed in a style that is reminiscent of a handmade Gothic journal with its red padded cover, ornate typography, and parchmentlike pages, it throws the door wide open to tattooing culture in the way only an insider like Kat can.
High Voltage Tattoo traces Kat’s career as an artist, from early childhood influences to recent work, along with examples of what inspires her, information about the show and her shop, her sketches, and personal tattoos. The book goes deep into tattoo process and culture: readers can see up close the pigments, the tools, and the making of complex, even collaborative, tattoos.
With a foreword by Mötley Crüe’s Nikki Sixx, the book features images and stories about celebrities, rockers, pro skaters, and everyday citizens, including Slayer’s Kerry King, Anthrax’s Scott Ian, Margaret Cho, Jackass’ Bam Margera, David Letterman, and many others. It profiles and showcases the work of artists Kat has selected from all over the world, her interviews with people who have compelling tattoos and stories, and amazing images of extraordinary tattoo work. Numerous portfolios throughout the book showcase a range of relevant subjects, from the black and gray portrait work for which Kat is famous to a popular tattoo theme, such as the rose or biblical images. There is a knockout ten-page full-body spread of Kat—clad in a yellow bikini and seven-inch, rhinestone-studded red stilettos—that catalogs in detail all her personal tattoos on her front, back, left, and right sides—even her hands and head.”
High Voltage Tattoo, By Kat Von D
will be available January 20th in bookstores nationwide,
as well as on The Official Book Tour launching January 18th, 2009.
Virgin Megastore Hollywood & Highland
6801 Hollywood Blvd 105
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Thursday, 1/22 @ 7pm
Virgin Megastore
2 Stockton Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
Friday, 1/30 @7pm
Tattoo artist, Kat Von D, will be signing copies of her book, “High Voltage Tattoo.” Purchase your copy beginning 20/1/2009 at Virgin Hollywood and receive a wristband that guarantees you a spot in line to have your book signed.
*While supplies last. 1 person per wristband. 1 wristband per purchase.
Book Release dates: Read the rest of this entry »
Jan
02
Posted by Disha Singh on
January 2, 2009
Aha! What a tattoo! Anabi has really quenched my thirst for a difference and beauty. Beautiful use of blue, pink, black, green, etc. colors in the tattoo has made bring it here for you guys. Eyes of the girl are telling many stories just need an eye to read them. 😉
Anabi is a Polish tattooist inking his art on the canvas of people’s skin in “Anabi-Tattoo“, Poland.
Don’t miss to see his more tattoo works on our gallery.
Dec
18
Posted by Disha Singh on
December 18, 2008
Read on Allen’s blog that Canvas Los Angeles, the boutique and gallery of the tattooer arts, was robbed on December 12th. Thankfully, none of the gallery’s staff were injured, but sadly, two pieces of artwork were stolen. The two pieces stolen were by Alex Garcia and Guy Aitchison.
This was a truly despicable act. It’s a violation, pure and simple, without any justification whatsoever, and it’s an insult to both the art and tattoo communities. Theft of any sort is inexcusable, but when you steal work from an artist, you steal the thing they produce, and you rob them of their livelihood.
What we want more than anything else is simply for these pieces to be returned. If those responsible for this theft bring the paintings back, or if they are otherwise returned unharmed, Canvas LA will not press charges. All we want is for the pieces to be returned to the gallery — this is really just a matter of supporting our community, plain and simple.
The gallery will be offering a $1000 cash reward for the return of each piece, revealed Guy’s newsletter.
“Minty Fresh Death” is oil on masonite while “AutoMech #2″ is acrylic on canvas. Both paintings are approximately 8×10 and were framed at the time they were stolen. Please keep an eye out on eBay and anywhere else you may see art for sale or displayed, and report anything you see to info@canvasla.com. Thank you all for your help and support.
Dec
16
Posted by Disha Singh on
December 16, 2008
Lionel these days enjoying his life in Canada recently inked this tattoo in Montreal, Canada, last month.
Nov
29
Posted by Disha Singh on
November 29, 2008
When we say ‘Kindergarten’ – rhymes, cute playground, scribble drawings with butterflies, ladybirds, flower, cloud, stars, and many other naughty things strike our mind.
When I saw this tattoo by Sonja of Amazon Tattoo the first word which knocked my mind was “Kindergarten”, so I named it the “Kindergarten Tattoo”.
Nov
19
Posted by Disha Singh on
November 19, 2008
With a hard work of consecutive five hours Lokesh Verma of Devilz Tattooz inked Heath Ledger as the Joker in The Dark Knight. The tattoo came as a tribute to Ledger.
Oct
20
Posted by Disha Singh on
October 20, 2008
Temporary tattoos are best option for those who wish to flaunt their skin with a tattoo but do not wish its permanence.
Permanence is one strong reason which repels and attracts one to get tattooed.
Sharpie tattoos by Todditron are another best way to flaunt your skin in black extraordinary tattoo design. The Sharpie tattoos are designs made with broad-narrow lines drawn on the skin.
These sharpie tattoos can also be helpful to some of you who are in search of a tattoo design which is totally unusual.
Image Credit: Todditron
