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How to Draw Animal Tattoos
Paperback
Body Art & TattooingDrawing Instruction
ISBN13: 9781922966674
Publisher: Vault Editions Ltd
Published: Aug 3 2025
Pages: 102
Weight: 0.57
Height: 0.21 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
How to Draw Animal Tattoos is a step-by-step guide to mastering one of the most popular and visually impactful genres in tattoo design. Focused on bold lines, powerful forms, and timeless symbolism, this book introduces you to the visual language of animal tattooing through 40 iconic designs, including tigers, wolves, snakes, eagles, panthers, koi fish, ravens, and more.
Each design is broken down using the Vault Editions 12-step drawing process, making complex illustrations approachable, repeatable, and ideal for building confidence and technical skill. Whether you're a tattoo apprentice, professional artist, or drawing enthusiast, this guide is designed to help you develop anatomical accuracy, dynamic composition, and stylistic flair.
Download Included:
- A custom set of Procreate brushes (liners and shaders) optimised for tattoo drawing
- A free digital copy of the publication - perfect for drawing on your tablet or on the go
- A printable, gridded practice workbook to support your drawing progression
What you'll learn to draw:
Wolf - Panther - Leopard - Bat - Tiger - Bear - Bull - Doberman - Ape - Lion - Cockerel - Ram - Death's-Head Moth - Butterfly - Koi Fish - Alligator - Boar - Black Cat - Eagle - Eagle vs Snake - Elephant - Fox - Goat - Toad Playing the Lute - Owl - Horse - Peacock - Rabbit - Raven - Scorpion - Seahorse - Shark & Harpoon - Snake - Spider - Stag - Swallow - Turtle - Whale - Vulture
With symbolic meanings thoughtfully paired with each design, this book provides not only technical instruction but also insight into the cultural and visual significance of animal imagery in tattoo art. It's a practical and informative resource for artists looking to deepen both their skills and understanding of this rich subject matter.
Start your journey into animal tattoo illustration today and immerse yourself in the dynamic poses, bold compositions, and layered symbolism that define this powerful artistic tradition.
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