The Inborn Absolute: The Artwork of Robert Ryan

by Robert Ryan, Andrew Berardini (Introduction)

This monograph delves into the career of celebrated artist Robert Ryan.
From his early roots as a musician and painter, he discovered tattooing
and quickly became one of the preeminent artists in that realm. His work
reveals a deep mastery of the American tattooing tradition while
creating a mystical and fantastic world full of unique takes on Eastern
religious iconography. The book covers two decades of stunning paintings
& tattoos, interviews with art and music luminaries about his work
and subject matter, detailing Ryan’s personal journey and progression as
an artist.

151 pages, Paperback

First published August 9, 2016