How Tattoo Artists Use Reference Books (Without Losing Their Own Style)
Reference isn’t copying. It’s training your eye. Most artists don’t use reference to “find something to copy.” We use it to see better. To understand why a dragon reads at a distance. Why a peony h...
Inside the Sketchbooks of Bill Canales: Dragons, Discipline & Daily Inspiration
Few artists have explored dragons in tattooing with the same depth and devotion as Bill Canales. His first volume, Daily Dragon Sketches – Spring, launched in July 2025 and offered a rare look into...
Top Traditional Tattoo Books Every Artist Should Own
Discover Kintaro Publishing’s curated collection of traditional tattoo books, featuring works by renowned artists Bobeus, Adrián De La Fuente, and Francesco Ferrara. These books provide tattooists ...
Behind the Scenes: The Magnum Opus Tattoo Book by Horiyoshi III
In 2019, Kintaro Publishing embarked on a journey unlike any other in tattoo history — to create the largest tattoo art book ever made. The result was The Magnum Opus by Horiyoshi III, a monumental...
Top 5 Books for Japanese-Inspired Tattoo Design
Explore five essential tattoo reference books focused on Japanese and Oriental tattoo design—from dragons to floral motifs.
Latin American Comics: A Blend of Magic and Reality
Latin American comics stand apart for their vibrant blend of magical realism and pointed political commentary. Unlike the superhero-centric narratives of American comics or the refined storytelling...