Traditional Japanese themes and imagery using modern techniques and stylingExplore the art of Melo s Japanese style tattoos through more than 150 lushstudio photographs of bodysuits, rib pieces, back pieces, and sleeves featuring traditionalthemes and imagery. See peonies, koi, tigers, dragons, and characters from Buddhistmythology presented in authentic form and color but with some modern techniques andstylings, like the use of gangry black to increase contrast. In addition to the body artpieces, this contemporary study of traditional Japanese tattoo styles includes hundredsof images of Melo s flash paintings, a body suit in progress, and new aesthetics forJapanese-style tattoo art. This book is a must have for tattoo enthusiasts, art and tattoostudents, and anyone interested in learning about tattoo culture and history.Rodrigo Melo is a painter and tattoo artist who strives for creating an authentic look inhis works. He works at North Star Tattoo in New York City.