The Anatomical Tattoo
'The Anatomical Tattoo' is an introduction to the growing phenomenon of anatomical imagery as tattoos and highlights the best examples in the world today. Working with over 80 tattoo artists from across the globe, this book showcases this fascinating new trend by documenting more than 150 anatomical tattoos. From historical anatomical engravings, to contemporary interpretations of medical illustration, the breadth of anatomical content and subject matter makes the collection of tattoos in this book as unique as the tattoos themselves.
Emily Evans is an anatomist, medical artist, teacher, author and publisher. Alongside running her business in anatomical art from her studio in London, Emily is also a senior demonstrator of anatomy at Cambridge University. Additionally, Emily writes books about contemporary art and anatomy, is the owner of Anatomy Boutique and creative director at imprint publishing house Anatomy Boutique Books. She regularly writes and gives talks about the use of anatomy in contemporary art practice. Emily is a member of the Anatomical Society, Institute of Anatomical Sciences and a councillor of the Medical Artists' Association of Great Britain.
Author: Emily Evans
Format: Hardback, 224 pages, 216mm x 290mm
Published: 2017, Lotus Publishing Limited, United Kingdom
Genre: The Arts: General & Reference
'The Anatomical Tattoo' is an introduction to the growing phenomenon of anatomical imagery as tattoos and highlights the best examples in the world today. Working with over 80 tattoo artists from across the globe, this book showcases this fascinating new trend by documenting more than 150 anatomical tattoos. From historical anatomical engravings, to contemporary interpretations of medical illustration, the breadth of anatomical content and subject matter makes the collection of tattoos in this book as unique as the tattoos themselves.
Emily Evans is an anatomist, medical artist, teacher, author and publisher. Alongside running her business in anatomical art from her studio in London, Emily is also a senior demonstrator of anatomy at Cambridge University. Additionally, Emily writes books about contemporary art and anatomy, is the owner of Anatomy Boutique and creative director at imprint publishing house Anatomy Boutique Books. She regularly writes and gives talks about the use of anatomy in contemporary art practice. Emily is a member of the Anatomical Society, Institute of Anatomical Sciences and a councillor of the Medical Artists' Association of Great Britain.