I am so very super extra excited.

A few weeks ago I ordered an artbook from an artist I have admired for a very long time: Alphonse Mucha.

Alphonse Maria Mucha was a Czech artist, famous for his Art Nouveau style. Flowing lines, decorative frames, powerful women, nature everywhere. His work often feels like a mix of illustration, design, and storytelling. Very dreamy. Very iconic.

You have probably seen his work before without even realising it.

The artbook I got is by the Japanese author Hiroshi Unno.

It is mostly in Japanese. And no… I do not read Japanese. Not even a little bit.

But honestly, it does not matter.

This book is all about the art. The reproductions are beautiful. The quality is amazing. And it feels like a complete collection. Page after page of Mucha’s work, you can really feel that the intention is to share and celebrate the artwork above anything else.

It is my first book from Hiroshi Unno, and I have a feeling it will not be the last if they are all like this. It feels very curated. Very respectful of the artist.

I also really enjoy stepping away from screens for inspiration.

No scrolling trap. No algorithm to choose for you.
Just paper. Ink. Time.

This book is already becoming a gold mine for my tattoo work. Especially for my Mushroom Ladies collection. The compositions, the shapes, the way the bodies interact with decorative elements… it is all feeding my brain in the best way.

What about you?

Who are your favourite artists right now?
Who is inspiring you lately?