 Don Ed Hardy, whose clothing designs can be seen on rock stars and celebrities, began his creative life as a renowned tattoo artist. Born in Iowa in 1945, he grew up in southern California and studied tattoo design under Sailor Jerry. His talents as a tattoo artist have been widely acknowledged, and he is famous for his skillful and artistic use of Japanese designs which he incorporates into his own work. Known as the “godfather of modern tattoo,” Hardy has achieved worldwide acclaim.
Both his tattoos and clothing are distinctive and easily recognizable for their bold designs.
These days, Ed has turned most of his attention toward his work as a clothing designer and print maker. However, he still oversees the tattoo work of several artists at Tattoo City, his San Francisco studio. The popularity of his fashions continues to grow, and wearing his designs is an immediate mark of good taste. From teenagers to urban hipsters, Ed Hardy’s clothing line can be seen everywhere on every stripe of person. [more] |
