This
artwork represents three aspects of 'self', in this case, myself. The center character being the main 'me', the self image with which we
generally identify. On the left is the dark, dangerous, ego driven male
dominated side, and on the right is the warm, and yet potentially
destructive (like fire) female aspect.
I love the idea of
creating these types of alter ego designs for someone looking to get a
unique tattoo that very much describes who they really are, deep down
inside. Each individual has his or her unique vision of what makes them
tick, after all....
This style of artwork draws heavily on
ancient Mayan and Aztec designs, as well as Egyptian. A lot of the
really fine tattoo art work I see in the world today, I feel is a modern
day reflection of the ancient culture's 'spirit' art.....Something
sadly missing in much of our so called 'culture' today. I feel as a
culture, as a race, Western man has lost his roots, and tattooing is a
profound and meaningful way of connecting with our ancient tribal roots.
