Tattoo Mystique:The Art and World of Angelique Houtkamp

TATTOO MYSTIQUE is the breath- brtaking follow up to TATTOO DARLING a book celebrated for bringing tattoo aesthetic, nostalgia, magical vision together through the art andbrpersonality of Dutch artist ANGELIQUE HOUTKAMP. brbrANGELIQUE has built a deserved reputation as an artist and tattooist with a distinctive style, enchanting visual language and fresh vision of brhistory that has attracted sparkling fanfare and followers internationally. brThis second volume documents a whole new collection of artworks, glimpses into Angelique s personal collection, marvellous photographs of brAngelique presenting the charms of her hometown Amsterdam, an introduction by internationally brrenown artist MIKE GIANT and a comprehensive interview with ANGELIQUE.brbrAspects of Victoriana sit along-side stylish Flappers; flamboyant Harlequins look death in the face; South Sea beauties juxtapose glimmering brHollywood sirens; cake popping lovelies nest by half-woman/half-animal creatures all in a crisp, brboldly outlined style that references traditional tattoo flash with a feminine touch. brbrTATTOO MYSTIQUE takes us on an entrancing spin through the dreamy streets, dark alleyways, romantic boudoirs and mysterious coffee shoppes of Angelique s world of mystique. Gold foiled softcover.