Traditional American Tattoo Design: Where It Came From and Its Evolution

by Jerry Swallow

Overview

The evolution of tattoo art in America is spread before you in 265 impressive original tattoo flash sheets and insightful text written by a tattoo artist who has designed on his own since 1960. Military, religious, figural, animal, and nature themes are displayed among the many hundred designs. Changes in tattoo art over the years is shown as well as the trend today to return to earlier designs. Individual artists are listed, along with others who altered designs. This book will be an endless source of inspiration, for those who are passionate about tattoo art.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780764329135
Publisher:	Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Publication date:	05/05/2008
Pages:	96
Sales rank:	937,244
Product dimensions:	8.80(w) x 11.90(h) x 0.30(d)

About the Author

Jerry Swallow began designing and applying tattoo art in 1960, working with two old-timers in the field. He has spent many years working to make tattoo designs bolder. He currently lives and works in Nova Scotia.