This volume encapsulates work that takes photorealistic art and translates it on the body. While the other chapters also feature realism, this chapter concentrates on portraiture, scenery, and even fantastical images rendered in true-to-life tableaux. Two artists renowned in this style, Bob Tyrrell and Andy Engel, talk about how they honed their craft and even offer tips on how others can do so as well. Their interviews are followed by work that has invigorated the tattoo community with the possibilities of mastering a difficult art on a difficult canvas.

Authors: Marisa Kakoulas / Edgar Hoill
Publisher: Edition Reuss
Pages: 272pp
Size: 10 x 12.5 x 1.5
Notes: hardcover, color, text in English, German & Spanish
Release Date: January 12, 2011
ISBN: 978-3934020894