Thomas Hooper 'Mountain Of Light III' Print Available

Artist: Thomas Hooper
Title: Mountain Of Light III
Medium: 10 Layer Screen Print on Metallic Gold Paper
Size: 18 x 24 Inches
Edition: 74
Price: $60

Thomas Hooper is a contemporary artist and world-renowned tattooer whose work is characterized by its intricate complexity and profound exploration of geometry, nature, and the human condition. Originally from Hastings, England, Hooper developed a distinctive aesthetic that bridges the gap between ancient sacred iconography and modern abstract expressionism. His artistic practice is deeply rooted in the repetitive patterns found in the natural world, drawing inspiration from the mathematical precision of crystalline structures, the organic flow of botanical forms, and the vast scale of cosmological maps.

Working across various mediums including painting, drawing, and digital design, Hooper creates dense, multilayered compositions that invite meditative observation. His monochromatic palette often emphasizes the play between light and shadow, allowing the viewer to focus on the technical mastery of his line work. In the realm of tattooing, he is credited with pushing the boundaries of the medium, moving away from traditional motifs toward a style that treats the human body as a canvas for large-scale, symmetrical ornamentation.

Beyond the technical aspects of his craft, Hooper’s art often touches upon themes of mortality, spirituality, and the interconnectedness of all living things. His process is frequently described as ritualistic, requiring immense patience and focus to assemble thousands of individual dots and lines into a cohesive whole. Through his tireless dedication to his craft, Hooper has established himself as a pivotal figure in the intersection of fine art and body modification, consistently challenging the definitions of both while maintaining a deeply personal and evolving creative philosophy.