Alice Snape, Author at Things&Ink

February 23, 2014February 23, 2014

Modern Woman, Indigenous Spirit

Read the story behind therapist and model Laurence Moniasse Sessou’s tattoos and scarification in ‘The Modification Issue’ #6, thingsandink.com. The feature includes Laurence’s story in her own words, a stunning eight-page emotionally-charged photo shoot and also comments from her body modification artist Iestyn Flye and her tattoo artist Touka Voodoo, both work at Divine Canvas.

Here’s some unpublished images from the shoot, and the illustrations by Katerina Samoilis that were based around Laurence’s story and used as projections in the background of the photo shoot.

Moniasse scarification — The beautiful Laurence Moniasse

Moniassefinal1 web — Illustrations based around the story of Laurence’s scarification and tattoos

Photography and Art Direction – Josh Brandao
Model – Laurence Moniasse Sessou
Words/Story – Laurence Moniasse Sessou and Alice Snape. Thanks to India Ame ‘Ye’ for the title
Illustrations and Set Dressing – Katerina Samoilis
Styling – Olivia Snape
Make-up and Hair – Anna Wild using Nars
Septum Ring – Studio Lil Art and Design
Earrings – Manaka Handmade

More information at thingsandink.com.

February 20, 2014

Food for thought: Still-Life images

Food is essential fuel, enabling us to move, function – think.

“The idea behind ‘Food for Thought’ was to shoot a series of images, which explore the desk as environment. Mixing real stationery items with stationery made from food, specifically from icing and cheese, we created a deceptive image, requiring closer inspection and greater thought in order to identify which items are real and which have been crafted from food.” Kristy Noble

Stylist: Yvonne Achato http://www.yvonneachato.com/

Photographer: Kristy Noble http://www.kristynoble.co.uk/

Check out the latest issue of Things&Ink to see more work from Kristy and Yvonne, Form And Function – a still life with piercing equipment in The Modification Issue, buy from our website, thingsandink.com.

February 20, 2014February 20, 2014

The lowdown from Brighton Tattoo Convention 2014

So, we’ve just about recovered from Brighton Tattoo Convention. It was a hectic weekend of meeting people, selling magazines, talking tattoos and, for some of us, getting tattooed – and we loved every minute of it (there may have been a lot of Sailor Jerry cocktails involved too).

We met loads of incredible people, and we want to say a huge thanks to everyone who came to our stand and bought a magazine from us – new readers and old, it’s always a pleasure to meet you face to face and hear what you think about Things&Ink.

Mini convention video – Brighton Tattoo Convention 2014 from Alice Snape on Vimeo.

Here’s some pics from the convention…

Our beautiful stand, with features editor, Nicola Cook, stylist, Olivia Snape, and makeup artist Keely Reichardt…

Nicola, Olivia and keely reppin T&I — The dream team reppin’ T&I

Team hearts – music writer Jen, makeup artist Keely and editor Alice

Music Writer Jen getting tattooed by Luke Jinks

Photos: Hustler Squad.

Our stylist Olivia also got tattooed by Brad Stevens from New York Adorned.

Cover star Grace Neutral and editor Alice Snape enjoying SJ cocktails – things got messy

If you didn’t get a chance to come and see us, make sure you follow our FB page facebook.com/thingsandink, and also on Instagram and Twitter, for news, photos and updates.

And you can order the latest issue (#6) The Modification Issue, starring Grace Neutral, from our website, thingsandink.com.

Goodbye for another year Brighton, we can't wait for next year already — Goodbye for another year Brighton, we can’t wait for next year already

February 19, 2014

Atomica Gallery and The Circle present: Everyone’s Got One: A Skull Showcase

Atomica Gallery and The Circle present:
Everyone’s Got One: A Skull Showcase

27^th February – 29^st March 2014
Opening night: Thursday 27^th February
The Circle, 21 Noel Street, W1F 8GP

Loaded with a myriad of connotations, the skull has always been a source of inspiration for artists. From Vincent Van Gogh’s ‘Skull With A Burning Cigarette’ to Damien Hirst’s notorious platinum and diamond-encrusted creation, they can be found in countless masterpieces. For Everyone’s Got One Atomica has curated work by a variety of artists who have also used the timeless icon as their subject…

Artwork from:
Castro Smith / Charlie Immer / Cil Laurens / Dan Holliday / Luke Thomas
Nick Sheehy / Ramon Maiden / Tom Bagshaw
Plus: ceramics and glass skulls from Bespoke Barware

The opening night party for this exhibition also coincides with The Circle’s two year anniversary – so it’s gonna be a big one!

To celebrate the occasion a selection of artists, including Ricardo Cavolo, Jack Pearce and Mister Paterson, have created exclusive skull tattoo flash designs. Available as tattoos at The Circle for the duration of the showcase, the flash sheet artwork will also be up for grabs as a special limited-edition print.

Tattoo flash designs from:
Cil Laurens / Jack Pearce / Mister Paterson
Nick Sheehy / Rebecca Vincent / Ricardo Cavolo

Tattooers on the night:
Aaron Goswell / Jethro Wood / Rebecca Vincent
and a guest spot by Mister Paterson

For tattoo enquiries, please contact ashley@thecirclelondon.com

For more information see Atomica’s Facebook event, facebook.com. Or email Orla, orla@atomicagallery.com.

February 17, 2014February 17, 2014

Behind the scenes film from cover shoot with Grace Neutral

Things and Ink Cover Shoot (Issue Six) from Papercut Pictures on Vimeo.

Behind the scenes video for Things & Ink cover shoot featuring the tattoo artist Grace Neutral. Music by A.Dd+ – “Suitcases”.

See full photo shoot in The Modification Issue, which can be purchased from thingsandink.com.

Film by Papercut Pictures

Photographer: Lydia Rayner
Assisted by Chris Morgan and Rebecca Hall
Hair and make-up: Keely Reichardt
Styling: Olivia Snape
Cape by Holly Lloyd
Headdress by Gypsy East
Front cover design: Hustler Squad