Dreams are the Genus: Nightmares the species

As Halloween fast approaches we are all in the mood for the darker side of life! So it gives me great pleasure to introduce to you Dreams are the Genus: Nightmares the species a book created by IR featured artist Tigz Rice which contains these fantastic artists: Tigz Rice, Matt Grundy, Audrey Newhouse, Peter Tinkler, Kirsty Greenwood, Nelson Evergreen and me Natsuki Otani!

“He came from the dark.

In the silence She, thinking herself alone
...And the moon opened it's sacks Exposing
Thighs, belly, breasts -

Lip-soft silver moulds
Bulging

Like silks underwater."

Excerpt from the story for 'Dreams are the genus: Nightmares the species', written by Helen Calcutt.

Dark, sexy mysterious and fun this is the ideal coffee table chiller. We are lucky enough to have a sneak peek inside and announce this wonderful book is available for pre-order now!

And in a special IR related offer anyone who orders the book and emails me with their paypal receipt will receive my (I mean, Natsuki Otani...) two promotional postcards.

So without further ado take a look inside!

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Artist 26: Tigz Rice

For our latest feature we bring you Tigz Rice, illustrator, photographer and visual assassin, her work is evocative and full of dark beauty which resonates with a vibrancy that is rare. Not only is her presentation crisp and fresh but her work unearths the deeper emotions and feelings that everybody shares. Her work is visceral and sexual but is executed with a deft light touch, that at once chills and entertains. She has a superb visual repertoire, and uses her copious skills to take you by the hand and show you your darker side. Get your chills and thrills but read about her here first!

Who are you:

I am Tigz. Or Tigzy, as most people like to call me!

What do you do:

I'm a freelance illustrator and photographer based in London.

How did you start:

After graduating with a first in illustration from Westminster University in 2009, I was full of determination and drive and set up my own design studio in London, where I specialise in alternative photogaphy and picture books for adult audiences. Having entered the industry during the worst part of the recession, I was constantly writing letter, emails and making phone calls to advertise myself whilst working on personal projects to keep myself busy. Sure enough, my hard work paid off and I was able to release my fourth picture book Bitten this summer in Bath. The rest is history!

A Personal statement about you or your work:

Tigz is a freelance photographer and illustrator from London. Graduating in 2009 with a first in illustration from Westminster, she specialises in alternative and couture fashion photography and gothic illustration. Previous clients include Boomerang PR, London Burlesque Week and Diabolus Amor. Tigz has also featured in Digital Arts, Photoshop Creative and Computer Arts Projects.

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Heartbroken

By guest contributor, Tigz Rice

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