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Runes & Bindrunes
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Learn about runes
From an accessible starter through to the complete experience, physical editions.
Runes, Sigils & Bindrunes
Introductions to all 24 Elder Futhark runes, bindrunes, sigils and the Galdrastafir of Iceland, plus over 100 bindrune designs.
View productThe Runes Guide Book
A hardcover guide to the Elder Futhark by Isar Oakmund, illustrated by Sarah Arngren Sharf (Galaxara), bridging academic scholarship and esoteric writing.
View productLove, Lust & Loss
A self-help book exploring the Elder Futhark, taboo subjects, and how to create your own bind-runes.
View productThe Runes Duo Book Bundle
Both of the Oakmunds' celebrated works on Nordic symbols and runic expression, bundled together.
View productThe Little Book of Bind-Runes
A concise, accessible guide to the history and use of bindrunes by Isar Oakmund.
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Learn about runes
From an accessible starter through to the complete experience, digital editions.
Runes, Sigils & Bindrunes (Ebook)
The digital guide to Nordic symbols: runes, Icelandic sigils, and bindrune design methods.
View productLove, Lust & Loss (Ebook)
A digital collection of bindrunes exploring emotion, love, lust and loss.
View productRunes Duo (Ebook Bundle)
Both of the Oakmunds' acclaimed works, bundled as one digital library of runes and magic.
View productThe Little Book of Bind-Runes (Ebook)
A compact PDF guide to the history and use of bindrunes, written by Isar Oakmund.
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Ready-made rune designs
A physical reference for finding your design.
The Book of Small Runes
300 original bindrune designs by Isar Oakmund, a working collection of Norse art rather than a reference book.
View productRunes, Sigils & Bindrunes
Introductions to all 24 Elder Futhark runes, bindrunes, sigils and the Galdrastafir of Iceland, plus over 100 bindrune designs.
View productLove, Lust & Loss
A self-help book exploring the Elder Futhark, taboo subjects, and how to create your own bind-runes.
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Ready-made rune designs
Digital designs, ready to reference right away.
The Book of Small Runes (Ebook)
300 original bindrune designs by Isar Oakmund, in a single downloadable PDF.
View productRunes of Strife (PDF)
50 original bindrunes designed by Isar Oakmund, all built around a single theme: strife.
View productRunes of Adventure (PDF)
50 original bindrune designs by Isar and May Oakmund, built around a single theme: adventure.
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Find your artist
Worldwide directories of Nordic tattoo artists, in print.
The Nordic Tattoo Vol 1
Over 100 tattoo artists, illustrators and craftsmen from around the world, each inspired by Nordic, Celtic and ancient cultures.
View productThe Nordic Tattoo Vol 2
Builds on the first volume, featuring more tattoo artists worldwide inspired by Nordic, Celtic and ancient cultures.
View productThe Nordic Tattoo Vol 3
More than 100 Viking and historical tattoo artists, curated by Northern Black.
View productThe Nordic Tattoo Trio Book Bundle
Volumes 1, 2 and 3 of The Nordic Tattoo, compiled by Isar Oakmund and the Northern Black team.
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Find your artist
Worldwide directories of Nordic tattoo artists, digital editions.
The Nordic Tattoo Vol 1 (Ebook)
A digital collection of work from over 100 tattoo artists inspired by Nordic, Celtic and ancient cultures.
View productThe Nordic Tattoo Vol 2 (Ebook)
The digital edition, collecting work from global tattoo artists inspired by Nordic and ancient cultures.
View productThe Nordic Tattoo Vol 3 (Ebook)
A digital compilation showcasing work from over 100 artists specialising in historically inspired art.
View productThe Nordic Tattoo Trio Book Bundle (Ebook)
The digital edition of Volumes 1, 2 and 3, compiled by Isar Oakmund and the Northern Black team.
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Find your design
Motif-organised flash and reference art, in print.
Viking Art Vol 1
The 2nd Edition expands on the original with new annotations and detailed notes for every design.
View productViking Art Vol 2
Continues the exploration of early Scandinavian design, updated with new annotations for every design.
View productViking Art Vol 3
A fully updated 2nd Edition with detailed annotations for every design.
View productViking Art Trilogy
All three volumes, now including 2nd editions with fully annotated designs.
View productThe Viking Art Tome
300 pages, hardcover, built for anyone who wants to understand Viking art properly.
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Find your design
Motif-organised flash and reference art, digital editions.
Viking Art Vol 1 (Ebook)
The 2nd Edition of Volume 1, now available as a digital download with the same updated content.
View productViking Art Vol 2 (Ebook)
Over 100 pages of Nordic art and design, available as a digital download.
View productViking Art Vol 3 (Ebook)
Over 100 pages of Norse-inspired artwork, available as a digital download.
View productViking Art Trilogy (Ebook)
All three 2nd Edition volumes, fully annotated, as a digital bundle.
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Design Package Bundle
A curated PDF bundle covering the intricate world of Nordic ornamental art.
View productGod Mask Compilation (PDF)
A digital collection of godmask designs crafted by Isar Oakmund.
View productLong Godmasks (PDF)
A digital collection exploring elongated godmask designs and Viking artistry.
View productNordic Wolves (PDF)
A collection exploring the wolf, a revered and feared creature in Viking and ancient cultures.
View productNorthern Black Flash Collection (PDF)
44 flash designs, ready to take straight to your tattoo artist.
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Decorated skulls
Real animal skulls and bones, individually decorated with bindrunes.
Skull Collection: Lust
A handcrafted sculpture by Isar Oakmund, engraved with bindrunes representing lust and passion.
View productSkull Collection: Love
A handcrafted sculpture by Isar Oakmund, engraved with bindrunes representing love and lineage.
View productSkull Collection: Loss
A hand-sculpted artwork by Isar Oakmund, carrying the weight of memory, death and grief.
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Mugs
For your morning coffee, Norse-style.
The Dwarven King Viking Mug
An intricate Mammen-style godmask in bold shapes and tightly woven knotwork, illustrated by Isar Oakmund.
View productThe Troll King Viking Mug
An elaborate Mammen-style godmask representing a Troll King, designed by Isar Oakmund.
View productF*ck Off Mug
A bold knotwork design wrapping the phrase across a rich green ceramic surface.
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Prints
For the wall.
Art of the Runes: Ehwaz Print
Printed on premium Giclee Hahnemuhle Photorag paper, built around the Ehwaz rune.
View productArt of the Runes: Isa Print
Printed on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photorag paper, built around the Isa rune.
View productArt of the Runes: Ansuz Print
Printed on Giclee Hahnemuhle Photorag paper, built around the Ansuz rune.
View productMighty Tales of the North: Freya
A vibrant portrayal of Freya, the goddess of love, illustrated by Galaxara in collaboration with Isar Oakmund.
View productMighty Tales of the North: Frigg
A serene, detailed depiction of Frigg, the goddess of wisdom, illustrated by Galaxara in collaboration with Isar Oakmund.
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LEGENDARY LOOT
At Northern Black, we bring the spirit of the old Norse into the modern age, blending ancient traditions with contemporary design. Explore Norse mythology and artistry through our meticulously crafted books, and embrace the ancient heritage of Northern Europe with our Viking-inspired apparel — authentic designs steeped in meaning. Study the runes and ancient symbols that have guided warriors and mystics alike for over a thousand years, and infuse your home with the timeless aesthetics of the North.
Each item in our collection is a connection to the past, reimagined for today.
BOOKS - INK, ART, AND THE STORIES THEY TELL
GIFTS FOR THE LEGENDS IN YOUR LIFE
Looking for a gift for someone who loves Norse or Viking-age history? Give them something with real meaning and crafted by real people. Whether they’re into Viking-inspired ink, ancient runes, or artwork forged from the old ways, we’ve got something for every modern-day shield-bearer.
Not sure what they’d like? Let them choose their own path with a Northern Black Gift Card.
COMMUNITY CREATIONS: INSPIRED BY NORTHERN BLACK ART BOOKS
A thousand years ago, warriors and mystics of the European continent marked their skin with symbols of power and protection. Today, the tradition continues.
Our customers don’t just buy; they live the culture. See their tattoos, artwork, and creations inspired by Northern Black’s designs.
RINGERIKE WYRM CREATED BY @OSCARORCELLET USING THE VIKING ART TOME
STUNNING BINDRUNE TATTOO FROM @SEEBROOK715 FROM RUNES, SIGILS AND BINDRUNES
SUPER COOL ENGRAVED PINT GLASS FROM @SAVI_GANESH44 MADE WITH A DESIGN FROM THE VIKING ART TOME
When I first started drawing Nordic art I was a little directionless and pretty confused when it came to all the different art styles. Isars books on Nordic art really showed me the way and helped me develop the style I’m known for tattooing today.
Skal! The Viking Art Tome is epic! A fantastic guide containing historical style and background information for anyone interested in exploring Nordic themed art applied to craft - tattooing or otherwise. Thank you for making it!
Isar's books have always been a great source of inspiration for my work, from the very beginning until today. I can highly recommend "The Viking Art Tome" and also “Runes, Sigils & Bindrunes”. I really like the way he describes these topics and I can identify with them very well.
THE LORE RUNS DEEP
7 VIKING TATTOOS YOU SHOULD GET
Isar Oakmund shares seven historically grounded Viking Age tattoo designs worth getting, from wolves and ravens to godmasks, wyrms, Yggdrasil and the Valknut, each rooted in named archaeological artefacts and the real visual language of the Norse world. The companion piece to the tattoos you should not get.
ODIN: THE SEEKER OF WISDOM AND THE SECRETS OF THE RUNES
