Norman keith collins january 14, 1911 june 12, 1973, known popularly as sailor jerry, was a prominent american tattoo artist in hawaii who was well known for his sailor tattoos. In much the same way as the critically acclaimed cult film, hori smoku sailor jerry, this limited edition, 128page, hardbound book uses the life of sailor jerry as the conduit to deliver a visual ethnography of american tattooing. It features elements of collinss work, titled true love, inlaid with seashell and handselected wood species on the headplate, fingerboard and body. It was written by jerry sometime in the early 1970s and remains as i found it, complete with his handwritten alterations. Sailor jerry collins american tattoo master unimax supply co. This online book also provides some example to explain the explanationclearly. The catalogs of the works of hardy and sailor jerry collins were also published in other books. Showing 12 coloring pages related to sailor jerry flash.
Hardy as well as black and white and color images of tattoo memorabilia from sailor jerrys career. Get the best deals on sailor jerry tattoo flash when you shop the largest online. Created in honor of norman sailor jerry collins, undisputed father of the oldschool tattoo. For anyone interested in the art of the tattoo, the book is an essential purchase. As a child he hopped freight trains across the country and learned. Of course, the beauty in the waves is unmistakable, and truly it may have carried him home. Born january 14th, 1911, he was an innovator and a true independent spirit whose legacy. By the 1920s he was sailing the great lakes, traveling the united states and tattooing by hand on the side.
For the first time in two decades, spiced rum stalwart sailor jerry has gone back to the drawing board, and its been well worth the wait. Until now, most of sailor jerrys work has been controlled by a handful of collectors, seen only at museum or art gallery exhibitions or in shortrun, selfpublished books. I got work from him and he said to show you the work. This book includes his personal correspondence to d. The book until i find you is somewhat based on sailor jerry swallow and more accurately, his stories, not sailor jerry collins. Malone purchased sailor jerrys entire collection of artwork and tattoo shop contents from jerrys widow after jerrys death in 1973. Do you search to download sailor jerry tattoo flash, vol. Among beautiful illustrations, collins career is shared through the eyes of his student d. If you dont know who sailor jerry is you dont know tattoos. Now, in a second volume, more of his great stencils are reproduced. And it is true that sailor jerry collins was a master, amazing artist, but many of his designs are also based on designs done by. Each sheet of flash art is reproduced in full size in order to show the subtleties of detail and shading for which collins was renowned. Better known as sailor jerry, he left home as a teenager to travel the country hitchhiking and train hopping.
Find out more about norman collins, choosing to live outside the lines. Ideas tattoo traditional american heart sailor jerry for 2019. This book explores the life, times and artistic legacy of the father of the oldschool tattoo, norman sailor jerry collins. Collins operated a tattoo shop located in chinatown, on oahus south shore. Watch w sailor jerry the original spiced rum gray ladies small tshirt. Norman keith collinswho would later be known by his nickname, sailor jerrywas born january 14, 1911 in reno, nevada, though he spent his childhood years in ukiah, california. Until now, most of sailor jerry s work has been controlled by a handful of collectors, seen only at museum or art gallery exhibitions. Its time to learn the story of the real sailor jerry and one of the men responsible for american tattooing and rum. Sailor jerry tattoo flash volume 2 by sailor jerry collins. Sailor jerry wasis the quintessential tattoo artist of the 40s70s and is experiencing a resurgence in popularity. His ability to fuse that inspiration into american tattooing sealed jerrys place as the godfather of modern tattooing. The museum also screened the prereleased, and much acclaimed, film documentary hori smoku, exploring american tattooing through the life of norman sailor jerry collins, and introduced by the. Jerry was the first to fuse the japanese shading technique with bold, american designs and the combination changed tattooing forever. This page is dedicated to the art, and therefore, the rum that is norman sailor jerry collins.
With joe boyle, norman keith collins, philadelphia eddie funk, don ed hardy. Pdf sailor jerryas tattoo stencils download full pdf. He started learning his craft, working primitively with only a needle and. You dont have to be a sailor to appreciate a great sea tattoo, just as you dont have to be enamored of the rum either. Pdf sailor jerryas tattoo stencils download full pdf book.
Tattoo tales by sailor jerry is a facsimile copy of a manuscript i found in my paperwork. Norman sailor jerry collins asian infulence the japanese tattoo tradition serves as the single greatest influence on jerrys work. There any many different books on japanese tattooing this is a great one. Sailor jerry collins original vintage 2sided 1950s tattoo usmc sketch. Sailor jerry collins is the father of the mid20th century renaissance or tattooing, and his life is worth honoring. Between 1940 and 1973, norman sailor jerry collins became known as the. American tattoo master don ed hardy, donald edward hardy, sailor jerry collins on. You can only purchase this book here or on ebay or at a few other stores across the country. His insights are funny and witty of a pretty awesome legend. Unfollow sailor jerry book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Martin celebrates famed americanstyle tattoo pioneer norman sailor jerry collins in this special edition dreadnought guitar.
Sailor jerry official put em up tshirt mens grey heather. N orman keith collins is better known as sailor jerry in the tattoo business. He was certainly a mythic figure in my young adulthood of the mid1970s after i came under the influence of mike malone and kate hellenbrand, the couple who bought sailor jerrys shop in 1973, after collins died at age 62 from a heart attack. Sailor jerry savage apple is the rum that lives outside. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Hardcover book in slipcase, limited to only 300 copies worldwide.
Norman sailor jerry collins 19111973 is considered the foremost american tattoo artist of his time, and defined the craft in two eras bsj and asj before and after sailor jerry. Get the best deals on sailor jerry tattoo flash when you shop the largest online selection at. Sailor jerrys spiced rum is crafted from a blend of caribbean rums that are blended and infused with spices and other flavors including vanilla and cinnamon. A wonderful book put together by the esteemed hardy marks publications. Sailor jerry became one of the first american tattoo artists to correspond directly with these masters trading colors, designs and techniques. The story of norman sailor jerry collins homeward bound 19111973. This book takes you into jerry s world, with loads of flash pictures, tattoo pictures, describes his tattooing methods, has tons of pictures of jerry and his flash, plus his actual tattoos, artwork, and more. A look at the history of tattoos in america, featuring tattooing legend norman sailor jerry collins. A blend of the finest caribbean rums with natural spices and flavors, sailor jerry tastes great neat or on the rocks and makes one hell of a cocktail. American tattoo master 9780945367116 by don ed hardy and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.
Tattoo supplies, jewelry, piercing supplies, body art supplies, medical supplies, tattoo equipment, henna, body arts, books, tattoo machines. Handcut, hundreds of these basic line works for the pinups to the militarypolitical cartoons are printed here for the first time. His bestknown contributions are the now classic designs. Schiffer publishing sailor jerry s tattoo stencils american tattoo master sailor jerry collins of hawaii is best known for his remarkable tattoo designs, blending the fluidity of asian motifs into classic american tattoo imagery. Sailor jerry collins tattoo t shirt 2xl ink master traditional artist biker tee. And it is true that sailor jerry collins was a master, amazing artist, but many of his designs are also based on designs done by tattoo artists before him. Collins was born on january 14, 1911 in reno, nevada, but grew up in northern california. The new sailor jerry savage apple is the brands latest spirit innovation, a smoothtodrink, cinnamon spice that tickles the throat and burns on the tongue. Homeward bound sailor jerry tattoo book sailor jerry. This book takes you into jerrys world, with loads of flash pictures, tattoo pictures, describes his tattooing methods, has tons of pictures of jerry and his flash, plus his actual tattoos, artwork, and more.
Shanghai kates tattoo treasures shanghai kates tattoo. Not only the best rum on the high seas, but some brilliant inspiration for some of the coolest naval tatts around. American tattoo master between 1940 and 1973, norman sailor jerry collins became known as the greatest practitioner of classic american tattooing. Norman keith collins was born on january 14, 1911 in reno but grew up in northern california. Michael malone collection by sailor jerry and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Jan 14, 2011 this year marks the 100th birthday of norman sailor jerry collins, the father of the oldschool tattoo. American tattoo master sailor jerry collins of hawaii is best known for his remarkable tattoo designs, blending the fluidity of asian motifs into classic american tattoo imagery. Jan 28, 2002 online shopping from a great selection at books store. Us virgin islands this 92 proof spiced rum is modeled after the rums that sailors used to create and is based on the recipe of sailor jerry collins, a famous tattoo artist. When collins mustered out of the navy, he settled in honolulu. Martin true love sailor jerry dreadnought acoustic guitar. Just one year before norman sailor jerry collins passed, lance mclain paid a visit to the old man when his navy ship landed in. Hardy as well as black and white and color images of tattoo memorabilia from sailor jerry s career. He worked at a few locations in honolulu, including south hotel street, before he settled into his 1033 smith street location.
This wonderful collection of sailor jerrys own working patterns, known as flash art, is a treasure trove for tattoo fans as well as students of americana and folk art. Sailor jerry official rattler pull over hoodie mens black. Don ed hardy has dug into the archives of jerry s secret stash to present something different. Sailor jerrys tattoo stencils by kate hellenbrand, paperback. Jerry was influenced by the japanese culture and the most proficient tattoo artists of the times. Collins 2015 the sailor jerry festival intends to be an annual event celebrating the life, interests, and incredible talents of norman sailor jerry collins. Schiffer publishing sailor jerry s tattoo stencils ii sailor jerry collins of honolulu, hawaii, is arguably the greatest tattoo artist of the 21st century. The book is based fully on the life and works of sailor jerry. It was written by jerry sometime in the early 1970s and remains. Sailor jerry collins of honolulu, hawaii, is arguably the greatest tattoo artist of the 21st century.
Sailor jerry collins tattoo art and flash books for. Jerry brown who served as the mayor of oakland selected him for the cultural arts commission in the city in 2000. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The life and times of hori smoku sailor jerry explores the life, times and artistic legacy of the father of the oldschool tattoo, norman sailor jerry collins. Sailor jerry tattoos are meant to represent a sailor s life and what they desire. With spiced rum being a drink most associated with sailors, a group of sailor jerry fans created a rum named after norman collins to keep his legacy alive.
The life and times of hori smoku sailor jerry by sailor jerry. Handcarved acetate tattoo stencils by sailor jerry norman keith collins of hawaii 19111973. Norman sailor jerry collins at sea jerry s time at sea became the overwhelming influence on his life. An amazing career in his own words by the man responsible for the mid20th century renaissance of tattooing. Sailor jerrys secrets as told by lance mclain tattoo ideas. We have a lot of great flash and many of the artists bring books from their own personally libraries featuring classic tattoos designed by some of the greats in the history of american tattooing such as sailor jerry collins, don ed hardy, doc king, ben corday, milton zeiss, as well as contemporary artists from around the world. Malone handpicked the designs included in this book. Download here book 0945367112 sailor jerry collins. Now in a second volume more of his great stencils are reproduced. Norman collins history as a tattoo artist sailor jerry. John irvin interviewed sailor jerry swallow for the book.
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