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Explores tattoo origins, women's labor history, circus life and the stories of several women from the late 19th century through the early 20th century who covered their bodies with tattoos and traveled the country, performing nearly nude for all to see. Includes information on Irene Woodward, Nora Hildebrandt, Artoria Gibbons, Betty Broadbent, Jean Furella Carroll, Ethel Martin, Emma de Burgh and others. Also includes some modern performers.
2) Ink exchange
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Series
Wicked lovely volume 2
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 11
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English
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Seventeen-year-old Leslie wants a tattoo as a way of reclaiming control of herself and her body, but the eerie image she selects pulls her into the dangerous Dark Court of the faeries, where she draws on inner strength to make a horrible choice.
Publisher
Warner Bros
Pub. Date
[2016]
Edition
Widescreen ed.
Physical Desc
5 videodiscs (943 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
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A beautiful woman is found naked in Times Square, her memory erased, her body covered in a series of coded tattoos. But as 'Jane Doe' and the FBI team who discovered her work to decipher, investigate, and solve the complex treasure map of her body, an ever-widening web of conspiracy and corruption is revealed, as is the truth behind Jane Doe's real identity and the identity of the people who sent her to the FBI in the first place.
Publisher
Warner Bros. Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
5 videodiscs (978 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
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A vast international plot explodes when a mysterious Jane Doe is discovered in Times Square, covered in cryptic tattoos with no memory of who she is. But there's one tattoo that's impossible to miss: the name of FBI agent Kurt Weller, on her back. Soon, Weller and his FBI team realize that each mark on her body is a crime to solve, leading them closer to the truth about her identity.
5) Tattoo Art
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Publisher
Arcturus Digital Limited
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
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Tattoo Art showcases different types of subject matter, ranging from celebrity portraits to elaborate dot work. They all illustrate the skills and techniques of the artists and the range of design ideas available to tattoo enthusiasts today. Featuring an extensive gallery, arranged in imaginative sections including famous faces, fantasy, nature, love objects (such as pin-ups, and romantic symbols), cartoon characters and humorous scenes, personal...
Publisher
Warner Bros. Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
4 videodiscs (945 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
A vast international plot explodes when a mysterious Jane Doe is discovered in Times Square, covered in cryptic tattoos with no memory of who she is. But there's one tattoo that's impossible to miss: the name of FBI agent Kurt Weller, on her back. Soon, Weller and his FBI team realize that each mark on her body is a crime to solve, leading them closer to the truth about her identity.
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English
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Pioneering black-and-gray tattoo artist Freddy Negrete was twelve years old and confined in the holding cell of a Los Angeles juvenile facility when an older teenager entered-covered in tattoos. Freddy was in awe, not just of the art, but of what it symbolized, and he wanted what this kid had: the potent sense of empowerment and belonging that came from joining a gang. The encounter drove Freddy to join the notorious gang La Sangra, and it didn't...
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English
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For thousands of years, people have engaged in ritualistic marking of the skin to identify themselves as a member of a tribe, of a lineage, of a mindset, or of a subculture. The ancient art of tattooing is a tradition we carry on to this day. While the past 10 years have seen no shortage of books about tattoos and tattooing, most are best described as "idea books." Until now, none have profiled the world's most renowned artists across a variety of...
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English
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Exhibiting cutting-edge designs from the most sought-after and acclaimed contemporary tattoo artists worldwide, Geek Ink presents magnificent ideas for tattoos on themes from science fiction and fantasy, as well as a wide range of topics across science, mathematics, literature, and philosophy. With commentary from creators of the Instinct project--which connects people with the finest tattoo art from 380,000 studios worldwide and has an Instagram...
12) Dragon Tattoos
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English
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Dragon Tattoos presents a gallery of stunning images exploring the different myths and reasons dragons are such popular icons, specifically tattoo icons. This book features more than 150 full colour images, ranging from traditional representations - European and Oriental - to modern variations, fantasy dragons, hybrids and chimera, whilst the origins and characteristics of the different dragon types are explored through informative text and captions....
13) Tattoo
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English
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Tattooing has been practiced since time immemorial. Whether applied for cultural reasons or simple decoration, tattoos are one of the earliest art forms. They are not entered into lightly: they perform a lifetime statement and a serious commitment, particularly with regard to the physical pain that the wearer has to endure to have the design etched onto their skin. At times and in some locations tattoos have been fashionable and socially acceptable;...
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Many tattoos from all Polynesian cultures often share a common trait: they include elements representing protection.It's easy to understand why: protection was often needed from enemies and environment, and tattoos, being a sacred connection to the gods, were the idealway to channel protection upon men and women alike.This book contains 28 flash designs of different protective symbols like tiki, manaia, sun and lizards.
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English
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Mehndi, the ancient art of painting on the skin with henna, beautifies the body, rejuvenates the spirit, and celebrates the joys of creativity and self-expression. More than just a temporary tattoo, mehndi offers us a way to participate in a centuries-old tradition still practiced in India, Africa, and the Middle East.
In this stunning and authoritative book, Loretta Roome traces the origins and meanings of traditional designs, demonstrates how to...
Author
Publisher
Capstone Stone Arch Books
Pub. Date
2014.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.4 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
After Razer is injured in a battle, he reveals that his facial scars are really tattoos, and Hal recounts an adventure from his past when he faced the Tattooed Man.
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Publisher
Andrews McMeel Pub
Pub. Date
c2008
Physical Desc
126 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 23 cm.
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English
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In Pierced, the 13th collection of Zits strips, Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman have spotlighted Pierce, who is often the most popular (and certainly the most perforated) character in their strip. One of Jeremy's best friends and the drummer in the band, Pierce's audacious body art gives all of the outward signs of a fierce nonconformist kid living on the edge. But beneath the metal and tattoo ink lies the soul of the caring, loyal friend and animal lover...
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English
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A short (under 42 pages), simple, and easy-to-read book, Tox-Sick Girl by Hayley Imbriani, LMT, CCPA, with Ronald Joseph Kule, acclaimed biographer, author, and novelist, foreword by Freddie Ulan, DC, CCN, is relevant and helpful to laypersons with tattoos, those thinking of getting one, and clinicians and practitioners who work with people who have tattoos.⍾⍾Tattoos can contribute to things going wrong with bodies despite the beauty and meaning...
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English
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This book includes beautifully photographed nail projects and step-by-step instructions for over 20 unique designs. Additionally, there are extra nail art tips and tricks from prominent nail art technicians to help you achieve flawless execution of all the projects. A beginner to a professional manicurist can use this book as a source of inspiration and a guide to modern nail art techniques.
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English
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Botanical illustrations have a long and fascinating history. They have been used for centuries to depict the plants and flowers of the world in all their beauty and detail. Botanical illustrations first became popular in Europe during the Renaissance, when artists began to use them to document the growing number of plant species being discovered. Many of these early illustrations were created by hand, using intricate techniques to capture the minute...
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