Tattoo The Gospel – Book by Johnny 2/3rds | Classic & Collector

Experience the Bible through bold tattoo art.
For nearly three decades, Johnny 2/3rds has been a driving force in tattooing, known for his bold, bright, and powerful style rooted in traditional tattoo history. Now, with Tattoo The Gospel, Johnny brings his signature artistry into a groundbreaking tattoo art book that goes far beyond the tattoo community.

Over the past seven years, Johnny has painted through the Bible—creating 66 large-scale watercolor paintings in the style of classic tattoo flash from the 1920s and 30s. Each work captures the stories, imagery, and symbolism of Scripture, blending the visual language of tattooing with the depth of biblical narrative and iconography.

Classic Edition

The Classic Edition is the full book, presenting Johnny’s complete series of paintings alongside carefully written explanations of the biblical stories and symbolism. This edition showcases the power of his art and storytelling in book form, making it accessible to a wide audience—tattoo enthusiasts, art lovers, and anyone interested in faith-inspired visual storytelling.

Collector’s Edition

For collectors and dedicated fans, the Collector’s Edition is limited to just 108 copies. It includes the Classic Edition plus the complete set of 66 illustrations printed as loose A3 sheets, perfect for framing.

The bundle is secured with a folded cross-wrap band, a design feature that subtly nods to the religious themes of the project while creating an elegant presentation. Each copy is individually numbered, making it a unique collector’s item.

About Johnny 2/3rds

Johnny began tattooing in 1996 at Tattoo Deluxe in San Pedro, California, immersing himself in the bold, traditional tattoo styles of the region. Over the years, he has built a career rooted in custom tattooing, creativity, and storytelling, including his historic court case defending tattooing as “pure speech.”

For the past seven years, Johnny has focused on his passion project, painting through the Bible. His 66 paintings combine traditional tattoo flash with biblical narratives, resulting in a book that celebrates art, faith, and history in a unique and visually compelling way.

Title: Tattoo The Gospel
Binding: Softcover
Language: English and Spanish
Paper Type: 135 grams Magno Volume 1.1
Page Total: 296
Size: 245 x 311 x 24 mm (9.65" × 12.24" × 0.94")

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