The Tattoo Chronicles

by Kat Von D

Overview

Charismatic star of LA Ink Kat Von D gives fans an unscripted and uncensored look at a crucial year in her personal and professional life in The Tattoo Chronicles, the visually arresting and no-holds-barred follow-up to her first book, the New York Times bestseller, High Voltage Tattoo. A rich anthology of intimate entries from her diary, plus a wealth of personal memorabilia, sketches, and photography shot by Kat especially for the new book, The Tattoo Chronicles reveals the passions, frustrations, and creative process of the real Kat Von D, one of the world’s most renowned tattooers.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780061953361
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	10/26/2010
Pages:	235
Product dimensions:	6.20(w) x 10.10(h) x 1.00(d)
Age Range:	13 - 17 Years

About the Author

Kat Von D is a renowned tattoo artist and the star of the former hit television series LA Ink, which ran for five successful years. She is the author of two New York Times bestsellers, High Voltage Tattoo and The Tattoo Chronicles, and is the creator of an exclusive makeup and fragrance line for Sephora. She is also the founder of Wonderland Gallery, an art gallery and boutique located next to her tattoo shop, High Voltage Tattoo, in Hollywood, where she lives.

Editorial Reviews

If you like Kat Von D, chances are you have at least one tattoo and like Mötley Crüe. The professional tattoo artist and on-again, off-again girlfriend of guitarist Nikki Sixx has emblazoned a name for himself with her adept needlework, her famous clientele, and, not least, her bestselling High Voltage Tattoo (9780061684388). Now she's back with another "wear your heart on your skin" classic. This illustrated diary tracks more than a year of her client-centered artistry, complete with her elaborate sketches, candid photos, commentary, and images of the finished tattoos. The Tattoo Chronicles serves as your backstage pass into an ever-growing subculture.