The Tattoo Textbook

Frustrated trying to break into the tattoo industry? Are you determined to make art for a living?Here is everything you need to get started in the exhilarating world of tattooing, all in one full-color, indispensable book. Professionally designed and a pleasure to read, this is the ultimate tattoo guide-- literally a course in a book--giving you the fundamental A - Z essentials to become successful at the craft of tattooing. Whether you are a student, apprentice or total newbie, this illustrated book is the beginner's tattoo bible. Start your exciting tattoo career with this leading education right at your fingertips. This textbook is CRITICAL for anyone who dreams of being a tattooer or anyone who wishes to learn tattoo in the safest, most convenient way. Filled with crucial information, from safety, sanitation, skin and equipment, to color theory, client services and tattoo technique. Featuring quality photos, graphics and the most current information, you NEED this new tattoo artist training. Get your own copy right now."I highly recommend this book, if you've considered getting into tattooing this is a MUST HAVE. From beginning to end this will cover everything you need to know about tattooing. Once you have read this you will have a complete understanding of tattooing, whether considering going to school or getting into an apprenticeship." ~Valentin Serna, owner All -in-One Tattoo"After scouring the internet for resources. and finding only scattered videos and tips, the coveted tattoo information available in this easy-to-understand book has made this the go to for anyone looking to become a tattoo apprentice. Along with some good hands-on mentoring, this is all you need." ~ James Bozeman, tattoo artist

Individuality vs. conformity. Identity vs. access. Freedom vs. control.The bar code tattoo.The bar code tattoo. Everybody's getting it. It will make your life easier, they say. It will hook you in. It will become your identity. But what if you say no? What if you don't want to become a code? For Kayla, this one choice changes everything. She becomes an outcast in her high school. Dangerous things happen to her family. There's no option but to run . . . for her life.Indivuality vs. conformity.. Identity vs. access. Freedom vs. control.The bar code tattoo.

Packed with illustrations, this book celebrates the art of the tattoo. It includes tattoo designs that all specially drawn for the book range from traditional motifs hearts, sailors, girls, skulls, roses to more elaborate compositions with a contemporary edge.

“Parents with or without tattoos will be touched by [this] heartwarming tale about sharing your past with your children—it leaves a mark” (Real Simple). It’s after dinner and a little boy wants a story from his father. It’s story he’s heard many times before, one etched all over his father’s body. So, dad once again tells his little son the story behind each of his tattoos, and together they go on a beautiful journey through family history. There’s a tattoo from a favorite book his mother used to read him, one from something his father used to tell him, and one from the longest trip he ever took. And there is a little heart with numbers inside—which might be the best tattoo of them all. Tender pictures by the New York Times–bestselling illustrator Eliza Wheeler complement this lovely ode to all that's indelible—ink and love.

The most comprehensive book yet on this unique art form. Whether flaunted or hidden, sought as art or curiosity, the tatoo has left its mark on generations. From its beginnings as a pagan ornament to today's popular body art, this book takes an intriguing look at the world of tatoos.

Tattoo photos and illustrations by Eddy Deutsche