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RECENTLY RELEASED | 49 ISBN: 978-0-7643-6937-7 Size: 11" x 8 1/2" (279 x 216 mm) Pages: 112 Price: $24.99 / £22.99 / 32.99 CAD Illustrations: 103 color illustrations Binding: hardcover BISAC: ART / Body Art & Tattooing The Cut-Ups 2 More Tattoo Flash from the Third Mind By Brian Kelly A collection of over 100 hand-painted tattoo flash designs by Brian Kelly, showcasing innovative cut-up techniques and traditional artistry methods for tattoo enthusiasts and artists. Building on the success of his first volume, 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. • 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. 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. See more at briankellyarmy.com and @briankellyarmy. ISBN 978-0-7643-6937-7 ISBN: 978-0-7643-6914-8 Size: 9" x 11" (229 x 279 mm) Pages: 368 Price: $39.99 / £36.99 / 52.99 CAD Illustrations: 574 color images Binding: hardcover BISAC: SCIENCE / Earth Sciences / Sedimentology & Stratigraphy Sand Up Close Aesthetics, Philosophy, and Science By Oliver Lenzen A meticulously crafted and comprehensive exploration of sand that combines science, culture, and microphotography art. Sand Up Close: Aesthetics, Philosophy, and Science explores microscopical pictures of sand grains worldwide, blending scientific rigor, personal anecdotes, and cultural insights. Richly illustrated, the book offers unique perspectives on sand’s beauty and diverse landscapes. • Over 700 microphotographs showcasing sand grains’ beauty • Information on the cosmic origins of sand • Detailed exploration of sand’s origins, environmental impact, and cultural significance • Examination of sand’s composition, including grain size, density, mineral content, and formation • Insights into sand’s landscapes, from deserts to beaches to glacial terrains • Discussion of living organisms in relation to sand • Thought-provoking essays blending scientific observation with cultural commentary and reflections on Goethe’s philosophy of the interconnectedness of nature Appeals to natural-history enthusiasts, artists, and beachgoers curious about sand. Perfect as a coffee-table book or sedimentology primer. Oliver Lenzen , professor and doctor of engineering, was born in Berlin in 1960. His primary interests are geology, mineralogy, and astronomy, as well as microscopy and the relationships among the natural sciences, philosophy, and technology. He was appointed professor at Heilbronn University in 2005 and lives in Germany. ISBN 978-0-7643-6914-8