Steel Stories
The Journey of Lauren’s Back Piece
A Connection Forged in Ink Lauren and I first crossed paths at one of my earliest tattoo conventions. She became one of my first convention clients — and from there, a journey began that would...
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The Transformative Journey of Brea and Dan’s Back Pieces
From Belief to Bond Dan was never just another person passing through my life. He is one of my best friends. From the beginning, he believed in my work long before it was polished, long before VANT...
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Some artworks arrive before we understand them. The Legacy Ladies began as instinctive sketches, long before I knew their meaning. Months later, they revealed themselves—timeless guardians at the t...
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From Bookmark to Legacy: The Story Behind the Peacock Panel Triptych
What began as a simple thank-you gift during lockdown became the first Vanta panel and the moment I realised my art could live in steel. This is the story of how a bookmark became my legacy.
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The Philosophy of Black: Vanta’s Depth & Contrast
The name Vanta comes from Vantablack, the darkest black ever created—absorbing light, erasing dimension, and commanding presence. Founder Brea Lanyon, originally a tattoo artist, saw parallels betw...
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House of Vanta: Skin to Steel – The Evolution of VANTA
Discover the journey behind Skin to Steel, a book written and illustrated by Brea Lanyon, bridging art, design, and the soul of Vanta.
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