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Dive into the vibrant and eclectic world of tattoo artistry with The Cut-Ups 2: More Tattoo Flash from the Third Mind. Building on the success of his first volume, Brian Kelly offers over 100 hand-painted tattoo flash designs. This book showcases Kelly's innovative cut-up technique, splicing random elements to create unique and imaginative tattoo art. Featuring a foreword by renowned tattoo artist Lal Hardy, this volume delves into the rich history and modern evolution of tattoo flash, highlighting Kelly's dedication to traditional methods like spit shading and rollerball lining while embracing unexpected results.
Key Features:
- Unique cut-up method: Kelly employs the cut-up technique to create innovative and unexpected tattoo designs, making each page a visual surprise.
- Hand-painted art: Each piece of flash in this book is meticulously hand-painted, showcasing the beauty and craftsmanship of traditional artisan techniques.
- Historical context: The book provides historical insights and highlights the evolution of tattoo flash art, with nods to tens of renowned historic artists.
- Favorite flash imagery: Enjoy classic tattoo motifs like snakes, dice, daggers, flames, and seductive women, all combined in previously unfathomable ways.
- Global influence: Kelly's international experiences, from the USA to Germany, infuse the book with a rich and diverse perspective on tattoo artistry.
Brian Kelly's The Cut-Ups 2 is not just a collection of tattoo designs but a celebration of artistic creativity and tradition. This book will inspire tattoo artists and enthusiasts alike, encouraging them to explore new techniques and ideas in their own work.
Dive into the vibrant and eclectic world of tattoo artistry with The Cut-Ups 2: More Tattoo Flash from the Third Mind. Building on the success of his first volume, Brian Kelly offers over 100 hand-painted tattoo flash designs. This book showcases Kelly's innovative cut-up technique, splicing rand...
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Brian Kelly has been tattooing since 2002, founding the Brian Kelly Army in the same year. He holds a BFA from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design and a MFA from the University of Galway in association with the Burren College of Art. He now tattoos at Red Chapel Tattoo in former East Berlin. This is Brian Kelly's second collection of tattoo flash. See more at briankellyarmy.com and @briankellyarmy.
Brian Kelly has been tattooing since 2002, founding the Brian Kelly Army in the same year. He holds a BFA from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design and a MFA from the University of Galway in association with the Burren College of Art. He now tattoos at Red Chapel Tattoo in former East Berlin...
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