Tattoos / Body Piercings: What's Hot Now: Body Piercings Guide - All About Body Piercings

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Body Piercings Guide - All About Body Piercings Jul 31st 2011, 10:08 Guide to Body Piercings Body piercings are considerably more simple than tattoos, because they're not as permanent, so the commitment isn't as great. But they can also be more complicated because there are so many different types to choose from. There are different pain levels, risks, and healing difficulties with each one. Knowing these factors can help you to make the right decision when thinking of getting pierced. This guide will serve as a source of information for some of the more well-known piercings. It will inform you of where they are located, what they look like, what kinds of jewelry are best and the expected healing times. It will help you to choose the right piercing artist, and provide instructions on how to care for your new piercing. Consult this guide when you consider a body piercing, and pass it along to your friends if they are thinking about it. Your best defense against a piercing disaster is knowledge. THE BASICS Frequently Asked Questions How to Choose a Piercer Safety Must-Read! Piercing Aftercare THE PIERCINGS Ear Piercings Helix and Helix Orbital Conch and Conch Orbital Daith Rook Lobe (including Orbital) Tragus and Anti-Tragus Industrial/Scaffold Snug/Anti-Helix Facial Piercings Erl/Bridge Dimple/Cheek Monroe Septum Labrets and Lowbrets Nostril Lip Rings Snake Bites Medusa/Philtrum Eyebrow Oral Piercings Tongue Tongue Web/Frenulum Frowny Smiley/Scrumper Body/Surface Piercings Navel/Belly Button Nipple Piercings (M+F) Nape Sternum/Cleavage Vampire Bite Madison Dermal Anchors/Micro-dermal Implants Corset Piercings Male and Female Genital Piercings Guide (For 18 and Over Only!)

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Tattoos / Body Piercings: What's Hot Now: Kat Von D Makeup Line

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Kat Von D Makeup Line Jul 31st 2011, 10:08 The Bottom Line This is a good quality line of makeup, although some individual products are better than others. If you're a fan of Kat Von D, you'll probably enjoy this line especially if you want to emulate her bold style of makeup. The colors are very dark and bold and have to be applied with care or you just end up with a mess. The prices are reasonable and the line is growing to include even more products. But all in all, I wouldn't say it's any better than any of the other trendy lines that Sephora carries. It's all personal preference. Pros Good Quality Makeup in Bold, Trendy Colors High Quality Brushes and Tools Line is Growing Quickly, Offering More Products Monthly Reasonably Priced for a High End Beauty Store Cons Some of the eye shadow colors are way too dark The individual eye shadow pots don't apply well dry but are too dark wet Not really any better than similar high-end makeup lines Description The liquid eyeliners come in a nice collection of colors both neutral and bright, depending on your personal style. The lipsticks deliver a true Kat Von D heart attack in varying shades of red. The new tattoo concealer does not seem to be any different than a normal concealing product and failed to cover my ink. The sparkling lip glosses smell and taste great while delivering a beautiful shimmer, but leaves a slightly gritty residue. The individual eye shadow pots are only for the most daring. They are also dry and dusty and make quite a mess. If you can still get the limited edition shadow collections, they are beautiful and creamy and apply like a dream. Guide Review - Sephora's Kat Von D Makeup Line When Sephora introduced the Kat Von D line, I wasn't sure what to think. My first impression was positive because it's great to see such a high end shop embracing someone so heavily entrenched in the body art culture, but then again it really all comes down to the almighty dollar doesn't it? So, then I wondered--is Sephora just cashing in on the next big thing, or were they really going to provide a high quality but edgy line that would appeal to the tattoo community? The line started out very small at first - a couple of limited edition shadow collections, a few lipsticks, and a few individual shadow pots in varying shades of black. Granted, Kat Von D can get away with looking like she's got 10 layers of color on her eyes and lips, but the rest of us would probably look ridiculous. It was my hope that the line would afford the opportunity to wear a toned-down version of Kat's edgy persona. At first, that wasn't really the case. The only things available - other than the limited edition collections - were so dark and bold that, unless you're in a rock band, were just too much. But as the line continues to grow, there are more friendly (but still edgy) products being introduced, such as sparkling lipglosses and colorful eyeliners. Since Sephora is so good about allowing you to try before you buy, I would suggest visiting your local store and playing with the samples a bit before deciding whether this makeup line is for you. I do like it, but I don't like it any more than Smashbox, Too Faced and Urban Decay, which all deliver similar trendy products that are more suited for the average, non-rockstar woman.

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Tattoos / Body Piercings: What's Hot Now: How to Look Like Kat Von D

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How to Look Like Kat Von D Jul 31st 2011, 10:08 Kat Von D's wild popularity and signature fashion style makes her a great candidate for flattering imitation this Halloween. There is only one Kat Von D, but you can have fun being Kat for a day! Here's how to do it. Difficulty: Easy Time Required: Approx 30 - 45 Minutes Here's How: Clothing - put on black jeans and whatever shirt you have chosen. Makeup - You'll want to go very heavy on the black eyeliner, black mascara and dark eye shadow. Apply a dark pink/berry shade of blush high on the cheek line and then apply red lip liner and fill in with red lipstick. Tattoos - draw small stars around the left eye with the black Sharpie marker. It's not possible or necessary to recreate all of Kat's many tattoos, but if you're feeling creative you can also draw a rose with leaves on the right side your neck and the name "Oliver" in script (cursive) underneath. Hair - put on the dark wig unless your own hair is close enough. Push any bangs over to one side. You can put hairspray on a wig if needed. Accessories - Place glasses on the top of your head, put on the wristband (left wrist), put the belt on loosely over your clothes - not through belt loops. Put on the big hoop earrings. Last but not least, put on those boots! Tips: Your shirt options are quite vast. Kat wears a lot of tank tops, Band Ts (cut into tank tops), layered camis, and anything "funky" or gothic. If you feel "bare" not having tattoos all down your arms, you can draw more pictures on your arms or just cover up with a camouflage or funky jacket of some kind. What You Need: Long jet black wig or possibly one with some red highlights Black jeans and funky black shirt or tank Wide black studded or riveted belt Black combat or work boots Wrist sweat band - white, red/white/blue, black Huge silver hoop earrings Oversized aviator-style plastic sunglasses Dark eye makeup, dark pink blush, bright red lipstick (best with red liner) Black Sharpie marker

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Tattoos / Body Piercings: What's Hot Now: Tattoo Gallery - monsters evil demons aliens clowns and gore art

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Tattoo Gallery - monsters evil demons aliens clowns and gore art Jul 30th 2011, 10:07 Tattoo Picture Gallery Monsters: Evil & Horror - Demons, Gargoyles, Aliens, Etc. Monsters Gallery > Page 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 > Next Page If you would like to add your own tattoo picture to this gallery, please see the Submission Information Page Go Back to Tattoo Gallery Menu Page Go to Piercing Gallery Join In On The Message Boards:

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Tattoos / Body Piercings: What's Hot Now: My Visit to L.A. Ink

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My Visit to L.A. Ink Jul 29th 2011, 10:09 This was the tattoo Yede and her niece both got. It's very well done, but I shudder to think that the shop minimum is $200 so you know this small tattoo cost at least that much. Needless to say, this was a disappointing visit. TV show or not, celebrity or not, when you run a business it should be handled professionally and potential clients should be treated with respect. If you are ever treated this way in any tattoo studio, walk away. There are other shops out there with better people. Never settle and never assume all tattoo artists have rock star egos. Don't give people more credit than they deserve just because they are on TV or have celebrity status. We're all just people. Just a few miles away from L.A. Ink, we visited a fantastic shop with the warmest and most welcoming crew. Next week, you'll be able to read about them!

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Tattoos / Body Piercings: What's Hot Now: Foot Tattoos

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Foot Tattoos Jul 29th 2011, 10:09 Usually, fall and winter are the best seasons to get tattooed. But there is one area of the body that is actually best to ink in the springtime, and that is the feet. Foot tattoos are somewhat difficult to heal to start with â€" your feet are the most likely parts of your body to lack proper blood circulation, retain water, and experience stress and fatigue on a daily basis due to normal activity. Wearing socks and shoes add heat, sweat, and friction into the equation, making an already delicate situation even more volatile. When you get your foot or feet tattooed, it’s important to create the best possible circumstances for successful healing. Drinking plenty of water every day will help to avoid water retention. Being active on a regular basis will keep your circulation strong. Eating well and taking vitamins will enhance your immune system and your body’s ability to heal itself. And last but not least, keeping your feet bare or wearing the least amount of footwear possible â€" such as flip-flops or sandals â€" will reduce the amount of damage that can be done to new ink from friction and heat. Drinking adequate amounts of water and wearing sandals are both more easily accomplished during the warmer months. But waiting until summer can also be detrimental because, as I’m sure you already know, the sun is very damaging to tattoos. Plus, normal summertime activities such as swimming, running, kicking balls, hiking, etc. are not conducive to healing a foot tattoo. You’ll need to really baby your tattoo for at least two weeks, and then special care still needs to be taken until the tattoo is 3 months old, which is the length of time it typically takes to rebuild the protective cells over the ink. Any excessive rubbing or friction against the tattoo during that time period can fade the color and dull the sharpness of the lines. That’s not to say nothing can go wrong, even if you do everything right. Foot tattoos are trickyâ€"excessive swelling, pain and infection are all risk factors you need to be aware of. How you react to those problems will also affect the final outcome. If you have swelling in the day or two after getting the tattoo, it’s perfectly normal and probably is not an indication of infection. It’s more likely caused by lack of circulation and/or water retention. Putting your feet up above your heart and placing ice on the swelling for at least a couple of hours a day will improve circulation and reduce swelling. Be sure you’re also drinking plenty of water; when you don’t drink enough water, your body holds it in so you don’t get dehydrated. Ibuprofen can help with swelling, too, but be sure to check with your doctor about taking it since it can also raise blood pressure. If the swelling becomes excessive, to the point of preventing your ability to walk, it could be an indication of something more serious or it could cause a more serious problem if not corrected. You need to see your doctor if this is the case. Your entire physiology depends on your feet to work properly and a lot of metabolic “breakdowns” can be caused by not attending to foot issues quickly enough. Pain is also normal, especially if it’s accompanied by swelling. Over-the-counter pain killers can help with mild discomfort. But severe pain with swelling that lasts more than a couple of days â€" if your skin is red or hot to the touch â€" you could be developing an infection. Again, this is something that needs to be attended to immediately before it becomes very serious, and yesâ€"tattoo infections can becoming life-threatening. Once you’ve reached the two-week point and your tattoo is feeling fine, you can resume swimming and occasional shoe-wearing. One hiking trip or soccer game probably won’t do any serious damage as long as you’re careful, but these activities need to be greatly limited until you reach that three month point. So, if you want to get your foot tattooed and you’re in a part of the world that has just entered the spring season, now is the time to do it. By the time summer is here, you’ll be completely healed and able to resume normal activities without fear of ruining your ink.

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Tattoos / Body Piercings: What's Hot Now: tribal armband tattoo in black

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tribal armband tattoo in black Jul 28th 2011, 10:08 Scroll down for full image. Collector: Tanner Artist: Mike Spasbo - Costa Mesa Tattoo <<a href="#" onClick="window.history.back(); return false;">Back to Last Page>

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Tattoos / Body Piercings: What's Hot Now: Painting Reproduction - Angel of Care Tattoo

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Painting Reproduction - Angel of Care Tattoo Jul 27th 2011, 10:09 [link url=http://www.nanoel.com/Controller?action=product&id=119]Original painting - Angel of Care by N.A. Noel[/link] Artist: Megan Hoogland - [link url=http://cactustattoo.com/]Cactus Tattoo[[/link] - Mankato, Minnesota Collector: Amber Hallin Read Amber's touching story about how this tattoo came to be and how her new ink helped her overcome the loss of a child in [link url=http://tattoo.about.com/b/a/257727.htm]Chick Ink[/link].

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Tattoos / Body Piercings: What's Hot Now: 9-11 Memorial and American Pride Tattoos

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9-11 Memorial and American Pride Tattoos Jul 27th 2011, 10:09 9-11 Memorial Tattoos Showing Indelible Support for Victims, Heroes and Country Tattoo by Raven Landry-Keckler To The Heroes and the Victims of 9-11-01 This page, and any resulting additional pages, is dedicated to the tattoos done in remembrance of 9-11 and American Pride. If you have one you would like to add, please email it to tattoo.guide@about.com. Newest Picture Additions are at the Bottom Previous Features > Previous Articles by this Guide

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Tattoos / Body Piercings: What's Hot Now: Tattoo Slang Terms

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Tattoo Slang Terms Jul 27th 2011, 10:09 There are a lot of slang terms you will hear in and outside the tattoo shop. Some of them are primarily used by tattoo artists to describe their experiences, and some are used by enthusiasts as slang terms for their tattoos. Either way, the tattoo community has broken the rules and come up with their very own vocabulary! These terms were contributed by members on the message board. Slang for Tattoo Ink - or getting some ink. Tat - for those too lazy to spell the whole word. Tac - tac it on! Tattoo Equipment Gun - term for tattoo machine used primarly by scratchers and loathed by artists. Irons - term of affection for tattoo machine used by artists. Works - needles and tubes. Tattooing Slang Carving - as in carving out some PHAT lines. Slinging Ink - hopefully not too much slinging! Pounding Skin - another term makes it sound much worse than it is. Grinding - grind out some tribal. Kickin' it Into Third - picking up the speed on the fill cause they know you can handle it. Know You're Getting a Tattoo - doing the underside of the arm! Airbrushing - when the ink sprays all over your pants. Tight - as in phat, tight tattoo work. Tattoo Customers and Browsers Wrastler - one who faints and comes up fighting. B-Back - the customer who says, "I gotta run to the ATM, I'll be back" right at closing time and never returns. Cadaver - customer who refuses to talk to the artist during the entire process. Human Larva - small children running around the tattoo shop. Showcase - the customer who wears extensive amounts of an artist's work. Meat - Locals who frequent the tattoo shop and always have a fresh piece still healing Geeking - Acting without thinking how stupid you will be. Tenderfoot - self explanatory. Michaelangelo - the customer who asks for "victory red", "infantry blue", or "purple passion" and tells the artist where and how to shade. Yo-Man - Potential customer who walks in the studio saying, "Yo man, I got $20. What can I get?" or "Yo man, I NEED a tattoo. What should I get?" Dealers - Potential clients who little to wheal and deal on the price of their tattoo, and try to bid the artist down like they're at an auction. Closers - people that KNOW you close at 10 p.m. and take your last customer at 9, but walk in at 9:30 expecting you to stay to do a three hour piece. Other Slang Expressions Goo - as in "put this goo on a couple times a day...". Pussyball - tennis ball given to the customer who won't stop whining. Squicked - grossed out, disgusted as in being squicked about your new piercing because it looks like it hurt. The Look - The tell-all smile when the customer first sees their new tattoo.

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Tattoos / Body Piercings: What's Hot Now: flowers vine leaves and heart cross ankle band tattoo

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flowers vine leaves and heart cross ankle band tattoo Jul 26th 2011, 10:09 Scroll down for full image. Collector: Heather Brownlow Artist: Andi Lindweaver - Primeval Ink Seattle, Washington <<a href="#" onClick="window.history.back(); return false;">Back to Last Page>

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Tattoos / Body Piercings: Most Popular Articles: Tattoo Conventions List - 2010 and 2011 Tattoo Convention Events and Expos Calendar

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Tattoo Conventions List - 2010 and 2011 Tattoo Convention Events and Expos Calendar Jul 25th 2011, 11:16 If you have an event you would like to add to this list, please use the form at the bottom of the page. If your event isn't at least 2 months out, I probably won't post it, so please submit early. Note: I am not affiliated with, and therefor am not responsible for, the following events and/or their sponsors. Please research the validity of the production companies and venues before investing money in them. I simply post the events as they are sent to me. Dates: April 1st-3rd, 2011 Event: Tucson Tattoo Expo Location: The Hotel Arizona Country: USA Reservations: 1-800-845-4596 Contact Information: (520) 954-1672 Website: http://myspace.com/tucsontattooexpo Notes: Tucson Tattoo Expo III April 1st-3rd The Hotel Arizona, 181 W. Broadway, Tucson, AZ. Live Tattooing, Tattoo Contests, Tattooed Pin-Up Contest, Art Fusion, Custom Car Show, This years show will also feature live Collaborative/Fusion Tattooing on stage. Dates: April 1,2,3 2011 Event: The Bowling Green Kentucky Tattoo Convention Location: Sloan Convention Center 1021 Wilkinson Trce Bowling Green, KY 42103-2445 - (270) 745-0088 Country: usa Reservations: Sloan Convention Center 1021 Wilkinson Trce Bowling Green, KY 42103-2445 - (270) 745-0088 Contact Information: rob Website: http://kentuckytattooexpos.webs.com/ Notes: http://kentuckytattooexpos.webs.com/ we are ready for 3 days of full on tattooing.welcome to the country folks. -The Bowling Green Kentucky Tattoo Convention On APRIL 1st, 2nd AND 3rd 2011 at the Sloan Convention Center will bring some of the best known artist the U.S has to offer.+freak show-$5 door fee- DJ-LIVE BAND.And so much more.artist & vendors book before Feb 1st.save $50.00 on booths. Dates: 4th and 5th April 2011 Event: Indian Ink Tattoo Fashion Expo - India's 1st Tattoo Convention Location: World Trade Center, mumbai Country: India Contact Information: 09820882780/ 09029373888 Notes: India's first ever tattoo convention to be held in the World Trade Center, Mumbai... Inke'd will showcase the best tattoo artists in the industry while letting you have a huge number of great artists to chose from.. Besides on the spot tattooing there will also be a lot of competiton's.. Best tattoo, best back piece, best portraits and also a walk in tattoo appreciation.. There will also be a lot of entertainment show's being held through this 2 day event... So what you waiting for start looking for that perfecttttt tattoo design you've always wanted to do and gear up for the best event ever... This event has been organized by Eventos Promotions and More in association with Par Excellence and G.S entertaintment. For more Details and Bookings please contact :- Shibanii Shah - 9820882780 Rohit Patil - 9029373888 email :- eventospromotionsandmore@gmail.com Dates: April 8-10th,2011 Event: Tattooed LIfe Tour Location: Paul Brown Stadium Country: USA Reservations: Millenium Hotel Contact Information: dan@tattooedliferadio.com Website: http://www.tattooedlifetour.com Notes: DONT MISS THE TATTOO PARTY OF 2011 APRIL 8-10th in CINCINNATI, OVER 100 TATTOO ARTISTS incl. RON570, MATTY McTATTY, MYKE CHAMBERS, TIM PANGBURN, TOM TAYLOR, PARRY CHOTIPRADIT, KEN KARNAGE, SEMINARS, FREAKSHOW DELUXE and MORE. GO TO www.tattooedlifetour.com for complete up to date listings of contests, seminars and BOOK YOUR APPTS NOW.SOME OF THESE ARTISTS ALREADY BOOKED OUT ALL WEEKEND.ONLY $10 ADMISSION Dates: April 08-10, 2011 Event: 2nd Annual Taiwan Tattoo Convention Location: Kaohsiung City Country: Taiwan Contact Information: Email: top.tattoo@yahoo.com.tw Website: http://www.tattoo.org.tw Notes: 2nd Annual Taiwan Tattoo Convention is on April 8th to 10th, 2011. The convention holds in the biggest department store, Shin Kong Mitsukoshi, in the public place of Kaohsiung. Every weekends and holidays, there are around sixteen hundred thousand people shopping in it. This convention area is around 550 square feet and the environment is clean and comfortable, which will bring a high quality exhibition for the participants and general public. We admire the tattoo styles and works of your studio. We sincerely hope your tattoo artists can attend this convention in Taiwan, and share experiences working with us. The 1st Tattoo Convention in March of 2010 was successes and praised from various parties and industries, and this event was pushing the tattooing trend forward. We appreciated all of the internals and overseas tattoo artists attending to the convention. Besides, we donated the part of the admission fee to the charity organization because we hope the tattoo activity can care of the society and become more meaningful. Kaohsiung is the international city that hosted "The World Games" in 2009. The city of Kaohsiung has many locations of interest to tourists. If you have never been to Taiwan then you better not miss this convention. Whether for business or pleasure either will give you unforgettable memories. Dates: APRIL 8TH, 9TH, 10TH 2011 Event: Baltimore Tattoo Arts Convention Location: Sheraton City Center Hotel Country: USA Reservations: (800)325-3535 Contact Information: tattooedkingpin@yahoo.com, 800-541-8239 Website: http://www.tattooedkingpin.com Notes: APRIL 8TH, 9TH, 10TH 2011 BALTIMORE Tattoo Arts Convention at the Sheraton City Center Hotel. Call (800)325-3535 for reservations; mention the tattoo convention for discounted room rates. Ticket prices $20 per day or $40 for the weekend. Tickets sold only at show. The Enigma, Live bands, suspension acts, burlesque show, tattoo contests, art gallery and live tattooing all weekend long with over 200 of the worlds best artists. For all other information please call 1-800-541-8239 or go to tattooedkingpin.com Dates: April 12-17, 2011 Event: 32nd Annual National Tattoo Association Convention Location: Reno/Sparks, NV Country: USA Reservations: http://www.januggetsecure.com/jump/1295/ Contact Information: Tel: 610-433-7261 Email:curt@nationaltattoo.com apachejil@piratetattooreno.com OR http://nationaltattooassociation.com/convention.html Website: http://nationaltattooassociation.com/convention.html Notes: Wonferfully good times will be had by all attendees this year for our 32nd annual "family reunion". Come see some of the finest tattoo art available today and meet the legendary artists you've admired for so long. We will kick off this year's event with a motorcycle ride on Tuesday, April 12th (course to be determined by local weather), followed by a golf tournament on Wednesday, April 13th. Wednesday evening brings us the amazing art exhibitions by such tattoo luminaries as Jeff Gogue and Rich Ives. Thursday evening is our photo op get reacquainted welcome party and then on to Friday's activities which include many teaching seminars that will continue throughout the weekend, tattoo competitions and the awards banquet in the evening. Saturday and Sunday the tattoo booths open, and our doors are opened to the public, with the opportunity to receive beautiful tattoo art by some of the world's finest artists. Sunday night Apache Jil gets roasted, sure to be a colorful (to say the least) evening. Dates: April 15-17 2011 Note Date and City Changes Event: Ink Life Tour Location: Oklahoma City, OK Country: United States Contact Information: 866 935 1822 Website: http://www.inklifetour.com Notes: This three-day mega-event features world-renowned and local tattoo artists competing for the Best of Show award and an exclusive feature in Tattoo Guru magazine. The event also includes a Battle of the Bands competition, as well as Best Pole Dancing and an amazing suspension show. Ink Life is not the typical tattoo convention seen in the past. Ink Life is the only tattoo and music festival designed to attract today's mainstream audience of tattoo enthusiasts, unveiling the latest tattoo trends from local and nationally acclaimed talent. As an added bonus, attendees may present their ticket stubs to any participating tattoo artist to guarantee a $20 discount for tattoos inked on location. Dates: 15, 16 & 17 April 2011 Event: Tattoo Fest Location: Rio Claro - São Paulo Country: BRAZIL Reservations: www.sopranini.com Contact Information: imprensa@sopranini.com Website: www.tattoofest.com.br Notes: Awarded event of tattooing, piercing and music, which occur annually in the city of Rio Claro, with editions also in the city of Limeira (to announce). It has the best tattoo artists from Brazil, this year also brings a special guest artist will be announced after March 20! Dates: April 15, 16, 17, 2011 Event: InkFest Live Location: Los Angeles CANCELED Dates: april 15-17 2011Note Date Change Event: needle art expo Location: double tree murfreesboro, TN Country: us Reservations: double tree hotel 615-895-5555 Contact Information: needleartexpo@gmail.com Website: http://www.needleartexpo.com Notes: 400$ a booth...alot of vendors...alot of bands...alot of contests...alot of trophies...alot of fun...professional and clean... Dates: April 15-17, 2011 Event: 19th International Tattooconvention Frankfurt Location: Exhibition Fairground Frankfurt Country: Germany Reservations: http://www.convention-frankfurt.de/hotels.htm Contact Information: webmaster@convention-frankfurt.de Website: http://www.convention-frankfurt.de/ Notes: Subject 2011: "Tattoo-Scene & -Artists from the USA" More than 300 tattoo artists from over 20 countries: Japan, China, South Africa, New Zealand, USA, Russia, Singapore, Borneo, Samoa, Europe's largest tattoo convention. Dates: April 16th - 17th Event: South Parade Pier Tattoo Extravaganza Location: Portsmouth South Parade Pier Country: United Kingdom Contact Information: tattooextravaganza@live.co.uk Website: http://www.southparadepier-tattooextravaganza.com Notes: This event will hold award winning artists from around the globe. There will also be body piercing and body modification. Along will be tattoo trade stalls also clothes and jewellery stalls. Competitions & awards to be won on both days. There will be a aftershow party not to be missed. A pre show party for artists, vendors and guests only. For updates please check our website and feel free to contact us. www.southparadepier-tattooextravaganza.com Dates: 22, 23 & 24/04/2011 Event: nepa international tattoo convention Location: kathmandu Country: nepal Reservations: nepaltattooconvention.com Contact Information: nepaltattooconvention.com Website: http://nepaltattooconvention.com Notes: Bringing tattoo artists from all over the world on top of the world Dates: April 22-24, 2011 Event: Immersed In Ink - Council Bluffs Tattoo & Arts Festival Location: Harrah's Casino, Council Bluffs, IA Country: USA Reservations: 512-363-6788 Website: http://www.immersedinink.com Notes: The tattoo show will feature some of the hottest artists from all over the US. Live tattooing, sideshows, contests, human suspension, a graffiti wall and so much more! Dates: April 22-24, 2011 Event: Ink'd Xpo Location: Las Vegas, NV Country: USA Reservations: Las Vegas Hilton Contact Information: www.x1075lasvegas.com Website: http://www.x1075lasvegas.com Notes: This Las Vegas tattoo convention will feature local and national artists and entertainment, as well as a poker tournament and motorcycle show. Presented by X-107.5 and Dead Man's Hand Tattoo supply. Dates: April 23rd, 2011 Event: Rock Culture Con Location: Kansas City, MO Country: USA Contact Information: rccpromotions@gmail.com Website: http://www.rockculturecon.com Notes: Rock Culture Con is a Rock Festival, Tattoo Convention, and Counter Culture Trade Show. Exhibitors Include: Tattoo Shops Comic Book Manufacturers Music Video Producers Magazines Rock Clothing Labels Extreme Sport Companies Merch Suppliers Belly Dancing Troupes Record Labels Recording Studios Guitar, Drum, and Amplification Manufacturers And Dozens More Events Include: Tattoo Competitions, Tattoo Giveaways, Screamo Idol, Rock Fashion Runway, Belly Dancing, Martial Arts Showcase, Magic Show, Piercing Competition, Magazine Model Search Dates: 24th & 25th April 2011 Event: Southend Tattoo Convention Location: Garon Park-Southend-On-Sea, Essex Country: England Reservations: N/A Contact Information: 01702 616666 Website: http://southendinktattooconvention.webs.com Notes: LADIES AND GENTLEMAN, WE WOULD LIKE TO INVITE YOU, THE PEOPLE, TO THE FIRST EVER TATTOO CONVENTION TO BE HELD IN SOUTHEND. CUSTOM BIKE SHOW, BURLESQUE SHOWS AND MOST IMPORTANTLY THE INK. TRADE STALLS, JAPANESE SWORDSMANSHIP AND MANY OTHER GREAT SHOWS...... WEBSITE UNDER CONSTRUCTION, MUCH MORE INFORMATION TO FOLLOW. Dates: april 28 29 30th 2011 Event: laughlin tattoo convention Location: 2020 s casino dr.laughlin, nv 89029 Country: USA Reservations: edgewater resort casino Contact Information: larry 808 699 0060 Website: http://www.dermalknowledgeproductions.net Notes: The Convention takes place in Laughlin, NV along the Colorado River. It's happening during the annual Laughlin River Run, an already huge event. I know what your thinking "WOW" there's going to be a lot of people there. Yes, you are right there will be a lot of people and a lot going on. The show will offer a variety of bands playing throughout the event, performers, and other entertainment. Additionally but not limited to, tattoo contests sporadically through the three day event, full bar, and the lovely tattoo hostesses that will be making themselves known inside and outside the convention area. We have a very diverse lot of vendors with products and wears from across the country. Industry leading artists from around the globe. Not to mention the setting in the lavish EDGEWATER RESORT CASINO. Where one can find great food, a comfortable lounge with a full bar, an assortment of different games and tables to relax and test the odds. That's to start, keep updated here at www.dermalknowledgeproductions.net Dates: april 28 29 30th Event: laughlin tattoo convention Location: 2020 s casino dr laughlin nv 89029 Country: usa Reservations: edgewater resort casino Contact Information: larry topping 808 699 0060 Website: http://dermalknowledgeproductions.net Notes: The Convention takes place in Laughlin, NV along the Colorado River. It's happening during the annual Laughlin River Run, an already huge event. I know what your thinking "WOW" there's going to be a lot of people there. Yes, you are right there will be a lot of people and a lot going on. The show will offer a variety of bands playing throughout the event, performers, and other entertainment. Additionally but not limited to, tattoo contests sporadically through the three day event, full bar, and the lovely tattoo hostesses that will be making themselves known inside and outside the convention area. We have a very diverse lot of vendors with products and wears from across the country. Industry leading artists from around the globe. Not to mention the setting in the lavish EDGEWATER RESORT CASINO. Where one can find great food, a comfortable lounge with a full bar, an assortment of different games and tables to relax and test the odds. That's to start, keep updated here at www.dermalknowledgeproductions.net Dates: April 29. - May 1. 2011 Event: Oslo Tattoo Convention Location: Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel Country: Norway Contact Information: lenetove@hotmail.com Website: http://www.oslotattooconvention.no Notes: 13 th annual tattoo convention in Oslo. Award winning tattoo-artists, contests ,entertainment and salestands. Dates: April 30 & May 1, 2011 Event: 7th Annual Fresno Tattoo Expo Location: Fresno, Ca Country: USA Reservations: Holiday Inn Downtown 559 233 6650 Contact Information: 661 444 9251 Chris Website: http://centralvalleytattoo@yahoo.com Notes: Over a 150 Tattoo Artists from around the world tattooing on site. Seminars, Tattoo Contest, Art Show, Tattooed Pin-up contest, Custom Cars & Bikes and Music. Fresno Convention Center Dates: 5,6,7 May 2011 Event: Tattoo Expo n Art Location: Civic Centre Kuching Country: Kuching Malaysia Reservations: Parkland Louge Contact Information: +60198880676 Website: http://www.monkeytat2.zxq.net Notes: tattoo show and art gallery...make a fun and party........... Dates: May 13, 14, 15 2011 Event: Reno Rockabilly Riot Location: Grand Sierra Resort in Reno Nevada Country: USA Reservations: www.renorockabillyriot.com Contact Information: rmcghie@abombentertainment.com Website: http://www.renorockabillyriot.com Notes: The Hotel has set aside 1300 room nights for this event. There will be a link on the www.renocockabillyriot.com page soon. If you book through the hotel's local phone number: 1-775-789-2000 be sure to tell them you are a part of the Reno Rockabilly Riot and want to get into that room block. All the resort fees have been waved for this first year event. It WILL be the largest tattoo convention in Reno in this first year. The event is a Rockabilly festival that features: traditional hot rods, rockabilly bands, pin ups, vintage style clotheirs, hair stylists, pinstripers, vendors, and a whole lot more. There are some incentives for booking rooms at the same time you register for a booth, so contact me (Robert) rmcghie@abombentertainment.com for one on one booth deals. We are looking forward to you being a part of our event! Dates: May 13-15, 2011 Event: Tattoos By The Bay Location: Corpus Christi, Texas Country: USA Reservations: Pending Contact Information: tattoosbythebay@yahoo.com Website: http://www.tattoosbythebay.com Notes: Tattoos By The Bay 3rd Annual Corpus Christi Texas convention. Updating website and be up mid November. Looking for another awesome convention. Pimp'n as the MC to keep things hopping. Suspension Shows, Car Show, Bike Show, and did I mention awesome tattoos and tattoo contests, & Artist Seminars. Contact Ron or Susie for booth rental information. 361-249-5270 or email tattoosbythebay@yahoo.com Facebook, Myspace, Twitter and www.tattoosbythebay.com Dates: May 13th - 15th 2011 Event: The 10th Annual Nashville Full Moon Tattoo & Horror Festival Location: Nashville Airport Marriott / Nashville, Tennessee Country: U.S.A Reservations: Nashville Airport Marriott / 615-889-9300 Contact Information: Ben Dixon - thebloodywolf@hotmail.com Website: http://www.fullmooninc.net Dates: May 13-15, 2011 Note Date Change Event: InkFest Live Location: Chicago Country: USA Contact Information: 888.249.0364 Website: http://www.inkfestlive.com Notes: Welcome to the next generation of tattoo expos, InkFest Live. The only tattoo expo with an urban landscape, together with the leading tattoo artists from around the world combined with graffiti demonstrations, live musical performances by today's hottest recording artists, DJ battles, custom cars, custom bikes and the latest trends from the concrete jungle. Now is the time to see the future of tattoo expos, InkFest Live. Developed by industry veterans who felt it was time for a big change. Changing the way professional tattoo artists and manufacturers of body art products display their goods. At InkFest Live you will mingle with top industry manufacturers, tattoo artists, vendors and celebrities, all while listening to live music by top notch celebrity artist. InkFest live captures the lifestyle side of the body art industry and not fall short of your expectation. Dates: May 21st 2011 Event: CageVsCons Location: Los Angeles Sports Arena Country: U.S.A Reservations: Contact Information: 323-728-8850 Website: http://www.cagevscons.com Notes: Biggest Event Meshing Tattoos, MMA and Hip Hop music. All day event from 11am-12pm. Will hold 16,000 people. Check out the website for more info...booths are available Dates: May 21st/22nd 2011 Event: Needle Art Convention Location: Breda Country: The Netherlands Contact Information: info@tattoo-beurs.com Website: http://www.tattoo-beurs.com Notes: 12th Anual International Tattoo Convention with lots of world known artists, body piercing, live music and much more entertainment. We will host over 120 of the best national and international artists. Various vendors and a seperate suppliersroom. There will be contests on both days. The Needle Art Convention is Family friendly with a free kid's corner. On Saturdaynight free BBQ/Buffet for artists and companions only, in the convention venue. ****Hotel just across the street with special convention prices where you can catch up with all other artists. Check out the website or my space to see who else signed in already. www.tattoo-beurs.com www.myspace.com/needleartconvention Dates: May 21 & 22, 2011 Event: 11th Annual AZ Tattoo Expo Location: Mesa Convention Center Country: USA Reservations: 1-800-835-9873 Contact Information: sage O'Connell 480-277-7681 Website: http://www.aztattooexpo.com Notes: Come get tattooed, pierced or just mingle with more than 150 world famous tattoo artists including Corey Miller formerly from LA Ink as well as Niko from LA Ink will be in attendance all weekend. Award winning international artists as well as tattoo & piercing inspired merchandise vendors, tattoo removal at huge discounts, permanent cosmetics, henna, Food, drinks, 20 tattoo contests with a grand prize of $500.00, freak shows, suspension exhibition, seminars, art show and sale. $20.00 per day or discounted online $16.00 per day. Dates: May 27-29 2011 Event: Ink Life Tour Location: Myrtle Beach Sc. Country: USA Contact Information: 866 935 1822 Website: http://www.inklifetour.com Notes: This three-day mega-event features world-renowned and local tattoo artists competing for the Best of Show award and an exclusive feature in Tattoo Guru magazine. The event also includes a Battle of the Bands competition, as well as Best Pole Dancing and an amazing suspension show. Ink Life is not the typical tattoo convention seen in the past. Ink Life is the only tattoo and music festival designed to attract today's mainstream audience of tattoo enthusiasts, unveiling the latest tattoo trends from local and nationally acclaimed talent. As an added bonus, attendees may present their ticket stubs to any participating tattoo artist to guarantee a $20 discount for tattoos inked on location. Dates: 6-11/12-2011 Event: tattoo expo and boxing event Location: 4100 klose way richmond ca 94806 Country: usa Reservations: nuneztattoo.com Contact Information: Juan nunez 510-233-1262 Website: http://www.nuneztattoo.com Notes: this event is held by Juan nunez of nunez tattoo of richmond ca , and also a tattoo artist . we are put on are 2nd tattoo expo in richmond ca. this tattoo expo will have tons of artist and a boxing event we will have pro fight and armature. the fighters will be fighting to raise money for the Oakland children s hospital . please call for booth info . spaces are going fast (book early) 510-233-1262 Dates: 12-13.06.2011 Event: Tattoofest 2011 Location: "Chemobudowa",Krakow Country: Poland Contact Information: tattoofest@gmail.com Website: http://www.tattoofest.pl Dates: June 17th-20th Event: (ETC) Erie Tattoo Convention Location: Erie's Bay-Front Convention Center Country: USA Reservations: Sheraton Erie Bay front Hotel Contact Information: (814) 454-2005 Website: http://www.erietattooconvention.com/ Notes: Hey Guys, not only will there be beer,booze and ink getting slug, there also will be bands performing all the way up to the event the week of. And a blow-out concert to kick the weekend off Friday night also at the Bay-Front Convention center. With a night life like no other, ANYWHERE. Also partial proceeds of the event are getting donated to Breast Cancer Charities Dates: June 18th &19th 2011 Event: Portsmouth Tattoo Convention Location: Portsmouth Guildhall Country: United Kingdom Reservations: http://www.ibishotel.com/gb/hotel-1461-ibis-portsmouth-centre/index.shtml Contact Information: info@portsmouthtattooconvention.com Website: http://www.portsmouthtattooconvention.com Notes: This will be an all new upgrade from previous years with the show now being held over 2 days at a much larger venue allowing for more Artists and vendors, information on hotels along with other updates will be listed on the website as they become availible. Dates: June 24 - 26, 2011 Event: TattooLaPalooza Location: Miami, Florida Country: USA Reservations: http://www.tattoolapalooza.com/hotel-info Contact Information: Email: Conventionink@gmail.com Website: www.tattoolapalooza.com Notes: Third Annual TattooLaPalooza, Live Tattooing & Body Piercing, live painting, on site art gallery, unique vendors, lots of entertainment, family friendly, great hotel rates and so much more. Check out the web site for more info. Booths are on sale now starting at $500 and will increase as it gets closer to the event. Please submit portfolio links to conventionink@gmail.com Thanks. Dates: july 1st - 3rd, 2011 event: texas tattoo showdown festival location: el paso,tx county coliseum country: usa Reservations: www.myspace.com/texastattooshowdown Contact Information: texastattooshowdown@gmail.com Website: http://WWW.MYSPACE.COM/TEXASTATTOOSHOWDOWN Notes: "TEXAS TATTOO SHOWDOWN" is a tattoo show hosted by world famous house of pain tattoo studios in el paso,tx. not a production company. over 200 tattoo artists from around the world, Live Tattooing & Body Piercing, live painting, on site art gallery, unique vendors, lots of entertainment, family friendly. www.myspace.com/texastattooshowdown texastattooshowdown@gmail.com Dates: July 2nd - 3rd, 2011 Event: Portsmouth Tattoo Convention Location: Portsmouth Guildhall Country: United Kingdom Contact Information: Website: http://www.portsmouthtattooconvention.com Notes: This will be an all new upgrade from previous years with the show now being held over 2 days at a much larger venue allowing for more Artists and vendors, information on hotels along with other updates will be listed on the website as they become availible. Dates: July 8-10, 2011 Event: Immersed In Ink - Tucson Tattoo & Arts Festival Location: Marriott University Park - Tucson, AZ Country: USA Reservations: 512-363-6788 Website: http://www.immersedinink.com Notes: The tattoo show will feature some of the hottest artists from all over the US. Live tattooing, sideshows, contests, human suspension, a graffiti wall and so much more! Dates: July 22-24 2011 Note City/State Changes Event: Ink Life Tour Location: Denver, CO Country: United States Contact Information: 866 935 1822 Website: http://www.inklifetour.com Notes: This three-day mega-event features world-renowned and local tattoo artists competing for the Best of Show award and an exclusive feature in Tattoo Guru magazine. The event also includes a Battle of the Bands competition, as well as Best Pole Dancing and an amazing suspension show. Ink Life is not the typical tattoo convention seen in the past. Ink Life is the only tattoo and music festival designed to attract today's mainstream audience of tattoo enthusiasts, unveiling the latest tattoo trends from local and nationally acclaimed talent. As an added bonus, attendees may present their ticket stubs to any participating tattoo artist to guarantee a $20 discount for tattoos inked on location. Dates: August 5th, 6th, 7th, 2011 Event: Oregon Coast Tattoo Convention Location: Chinook Winds Casino, Lincoln City, Oregon Contact Information: 541-485-7109 ask for Tiffany Website: http:// Notes: Eugene Tattoo Company is proud to announce the First Annual Oregon Coast Tattoo Convention, in Lincoln City, Oregon. Our event will take place at Chinook Winds Casino, from August 5th thru the 7th, 2011. For booth information or any additional questions please contact Tiffany--Owner of Eugene Tattoo Company--at 541-485-7109. We hope to see you there!! Dates: August 6th and 7th, 2011 Event: Niagara Tattoo Expo Location: The Conference Center Niagara Falls Country: usa Contact Information: niagaratattooexpo@gmail.com Website: http://niagaratattooexpo Notes: This will be the first of many shows, to take place at the eighth wonder of the world!!! We are striving to bring a wide range of artists and vendors to the great Niagara Falls N.Y. So we would love to see you there ! Dates: August 12-14, 2011 Note Date and Venue Changes Event: Art Riot Tattoo Expo Location: Boxborough, MA Country: usa Reservations:www.holidayinn.com/boxborough Contact Information: http://artriotexpo.com/ Website: http://http://artriotexpo.com/ Notes: The 1rst Annual Art Riot Tattoo Expo. Over 80 Artist from all over the world showcasing the many styles and technics of tattooing. Live tattooing,Painting,Art fusion,Raffles, Giveaways,Food,Live music,seminars and more!! Dates: August 12-14, 2011 Event: Immersed In Ink - Louisville Tattoo & Arts Festival Location: Louisville, KY Country: USA Reservations: 512-363-6788 Website: http://www.immersedinink.com Notes: The tattoo show will feature some of the hottest artists from all over the US. Live tattooing, sideshows, contests, human suspension, a graffiti wall and so much more! Dates: August 12-14, 2011 Event: Seattle Tattoo Expo Location: Seattle Center - 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA Country: USA Contact Information: info@seattletattooexpo.com Website: http://seattletattooexpo.com Notes: The 10th Anniversary of the Seattle Tattoo Expo is taking over the Northwest Rooms at Seattle Center with tattoos, music, art and more as part of a three-day exhibition and celebration of tattoo art and culture. Dates: 12-14 August 2011 Event: Transilvania Tattoo Expo Location: Sibiu , Tranylvania Country: Romania Reservations: Contact Information: adda@transilvaiatattoo.ro Website: http://www.tattooexpo.ro Notes: the 3.rd edition of Transilvania Tattoo Expo , Sibiu , Romania Dates: August 19 - 21, 2011 Event: 4th Styrian Tattoo & Hotrod-Show Location: forumKloster Gleisdorf Country: Austria Reservations: http://www.gleisdorf.at/index.php?seitenId=42 Contact Information: info@styriantattooshow.com Website: http://www.styriantattooshow.com Notes: int. Top-Tattooartists like Robert Hernandez, Aaron Bell, Bernie Luther, Boris, Mario Barth, Andy Engel, a.m.m. Hotrods & US-Cars Festival Dates: August 19,20 & 21, 2011 Event: InkFest Live Location: San Francisco CANCELED Dates: August 19-21 2011 Event: International Tattoo-Expo Mainz Location: Rheingoldhalle Country: Germany Reservations: http://www.hotel.de/search.aspx?han=1500034&hs_destination=Mainz&hs_validate=2&hs_postalcode=55116 Contact Information: webmaster@tattoo-expo-mainz.com Website: http://www.tattoo-expo-mainz.com Notes: Since nearly 20 years we run our South-West-Tattoo-Studio in the city of Mainz and after we heard that a local concert organizer (!!!) tried to come up with a Tattoo-Convention, we decided to better organize a renowned Tattoo-Convention ourselves on a level, which is adequate to the Tattoo-Convention Frankfurt which we organize since 19 years with great success. The location 'Congress-Centrum Rheingoldhalle', located near the river Rhine in the heart of the city of Mainz, is perfectly suitable for visitors and exhibitors. Sparing neither trouble nor expense we will make over time the event in Mainz well as established and successful as the Convention in Frankfurt. There is more than only hope that we will be able to welcome for the prelude in Mainz more than 150 tattoo-artists from around the globe, including approx. 30 traders, we have of course communicated with and were met with great acceptance. Two or three months away from the Expo-Start we will publish a complete list of all exhibitors on our website, where you can see for yourselves who is coming. We also are in contact with scene-celebrities and do our best to present a well known star-guest. Like in Frankfurt we will of course present a huge supporting program, including live-bands, shows and as a matter of course the Tattoo-Competition awards. The city of Mainz is not only attractive for tattoo-fans, since the historic city-center with its impressive dome is just a short walk away from the event-location and always worth a trip. For those who are coming with their own cars there is a underground parking lot below the exhibition hall. There are stops for busses and railways at the hall too and even ships are mooring directly at the 'Rheingoldhalle in which you find hotels and casinos. We truly think that the whole location offers everything which is needed for a successful event. Tattoo-Collegues and traders which are considering to participate in the 1st. Tattoo-Expo-Mainz and want to register a booth can have a more detailed look on the location and more informations by visiting www.ccmainz.de. Of course picture galleries will be provided after the event, maybe with your own tattoos! Registration forms will be sent out to all on our mailing list at the end of this year. Dates: September 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th 2011 Event: 10th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention Location: 39 Dalton St., Boston, MA 02199 Country: USA Reservations: Sheraton Hotel Contact Information: info@bostontattooconvention.com or 978.744.9393 Website: http://www.bostontattooconvention.com Notes: Join us over Labor Day Weekend 2011 (Sep. 2nd-5th) for our 10th Annual show! We'll be returning to the Back Bay Sheraton Hotel for a FULL FOUR DAYS over tattooing, art, education, and performances. Check out our website, facebook, and twitter for further information. Dates: September 2-4, 2011 Event: 7th Annual Jacksonville Tattoo Convention Location: Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village Country: USA Reservations: 904-940-8000 Contact Information: daughertyjack@hotmail.com Website: http://www.conventionpros.com Notes: Its Back!! The 7th annual Jacksonville Tattoo Convention! The convention is returning to the amamzing Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village. No charge for parking. Amazing hotel rates and a spectacular venue all the way around! Booth specials for early registration on our convention website. Hope to see you there! Dates: September 15-18, 2011 Event: Paradise Tattoo Gathering Location: Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort - Hancock MA Country: USA Reservations: http://www.tattoogathering.com/hotel_and_condo_reservations.html Contact Information: Off the Map Tattoo (413) 527-6574 Website: http://www.tattoogathering.com Notes: Sorry got the dates wrong on the last 2011 submission. sorry! 4 Days of seminars, workshops, discussion panels, and world class tattooing. Seminar teachers and tattooers include Chet Zar, Jeff Gogue, Joe Capobianco, Bob Tyrrell, Nick Baxter, Tommy Lee, Shawn Barber, and many more amazing artists. Artists, collectors, and the curious are encouraged to book early as every year the hotel sells out and many seminars fill up. Dates: September 16-18th, 2011 Event: Tattoo City Underground Location: Primo Banquet Center - Plainfield, Indiana Country: USA Reservations: Staybridge Suites 317-839-2700 Contact Information: Rick Hansen Website: www.tattoocityunderground.com Notes: Tattoo City Underground is the first tattoo convention to come to the Indianapolis area in over 10 years. Tattoo City Underground will feature the best tattoo artists from across the Midwest, 3 days of excitment including discussion seminars, tattoo and piercing contests, live bands, manufactures midway, beauty contests, after hours parties and much more to be announced. Book your hotel room at www.staybridge.com/indyairport. Check us out on the website at www.tattoocityunderground.com or call 317-709-1650 or e-mail us at steelrodtattoo2007@yahoo.com. Be apart of tattooing history Dates: September 23, 24, 25, 2011 Event: Inked Out New Jersey Location: Meadowlands Expo Center Secaucus, NJ Country: USA Reservations: See Website Contact Information: (201) 342-4446, info@inkedoutnj.com Website: http://inkedoutnj.com Notes: Inked Out New Jersey will take place the weekend of Friday September 23, 2011 to Sunday September 25, 2011. Live tattooing will be taking place all weekend along with contests, seminars, and live music. Stay tuned for the latest details by signing up for our email list! Dates: September 30, October 1, 2, 2011 Event: The Biggest Tattoo Show on Earth Location: Mirage Resort & Casino Las Vegas Country: USA Reservations: Mirage Resort & Casino Contact Information: (201) 342-4446, info@lasvegastattooshow.com Website: http://lasvegastattooshow.com Notes: Tattoo Expo is the world's premier tattoo convention showcasing the latest trends, fashions and techniques in the tattoo industry. Seminars and training as well as demonstrations will be scheduled, plus lots of music, food and fun for the entire family. It takes place September 30th to October 2nd, 2011, at the Mirage Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mark your calendar and make plans to attend The Biggest Tattoo Show on EarthT. Dates: October 1,2 & 3, 2011 Event: InkFest Live Location: Houston CANCELED Dates: 14,15&16 October 2011 Event: 2nd International Brussels Tattoo Convention Location: Tour & Taxis Shed 1 Country: Brussels / Belgium Reservations: www.hotelbloom.com Contact Information: info@brusselstattooconvention.be Website: http://www.brusselstattooconvention.be Notes: The 2nd edition from the International Brussels Tattoo Convention on 14, 15 & 16 October 2011!! 180 Tattoo artists, Piercers, Tattoo Suppliers, Hotrods, Boppers, Lowrider bikes, 2012 Brussels Pin Up Calendar, Tattoo Contests, Live Rockabilly bands, Burlesque shows, Rockabilly hairdressers, Art fusion & Art auctions, Tattoo seminars, Miss Brussels Tattoo contest, Candy Girls, Rockabilly market and we even got a real Tattoo Lottery to win an awesome tattoo !!! Check out the 1st edition on www.brusselstattooconvention.be! More news will be online soon! Dates: 14,15,16 oct 2011 Event: International Brussels Tattoo Convention Location: Brussels Country: Belgium Reservations: www.hotelbloom.com Contact Information: info@brusselstattooconvention.be Website: http://brusselstattooconvention.be Notes: The Convention will have about 180 International and National tattoo artists & piercers. There will be a variety of shows, live Rockabilly bands, performances, Lingerie shows, Miss 2011 Tattoo Contest, Art Fushions, Tattoo Contests, Burlesque Shows and cool 50ties traders. 
 
;The theme of the Convention will be the 50ties & early 60ties. 
Customized hotrods, boppers, lowrider bikes from Chopperdome and Lone Wolf Custom cars will be there to be admired again. Dates: 2011. october 15-16 Event: SZOLNOK TATTOO EXPO Location: SZOLNOK CITY, TISZALIGET SPORT CENTER OF UNIVERSITY Country: HUNGARY, EUROPEAN UNION Reservations: INFORMATIONS AVAILABLE ON WEBSITE Contact Information: szolnoktattooexpo@gmail.com Website: http://www.szolnoktattooexpo.com Notes: We have much pleasure in informing you that the first International Tattoo Contest in Szolnok is taking place at the University of Szolnok's Sports Centre at the Tiszaliget on 15-16th October. In our program 100 outstanding artists will have the chance to compete with each other for the honorable public's pleasure. Our competition has a drop-out system, the artists supposed to complete the challenges drawn, for 2 days, through 4 rounds on their own clients' skin. The best 10 tattoo artists will try a fall with each other at the finals, so that one of them will recieve the exclusive award and our generous supporters/sponsors personal offering of extremely great value , 10.000 EUROS !!! Between the rounds of the competition we entertain the (kind) public with professional seminaries, concerts and other interesting shows.We also hold a charitable collection for children with disorders. Location: Szolnok,Tiszaliget,University Sports Centre Time: 2011.October 15-16 Opening: Saturday at 11 am Closing: Sunday at 09:00 pm Tickets can be purchased at the following places: Dr.Singer Tattoo Studio, Szolnok, SütÅ' Street 4. or can be ordered online from: szolnoktattooexpo@gmail.com Ticket prices in advance: 10 Euros/piece Tickets are valid for 2 days. Everyone is deeply welcomed. All artists, wishing to register, please ask for registration form from: szolnoktattooexpo@gmail.com! Registration forms are available in English, Spanish , German and Hungarian language as well. French version and official website are in progress. Dates: October 21,22,23 2011 Event: Ottawa-Gatineau Tattoo Expo 3 Location: Hilton "Casino" Lac Leamy , 3blvd du Casino , Gatineau,QC Country: Canada Reservations: 1-819-790-6444 Contact Information: ottawatattooexpo@hotmail.ca Website: http://www.ottawatattooexpo.com Notes: we would like to invite you to the 3rd annual international Ottawa-Gatineau Tattoo Expo 2011 , October 21st , 22nd , 23rd 2011 , this year's venue will be at the same place as last year event at the Hilton "Casino" Lac Leamy , 3 blvd du Casino , Gatineau , QC. This year we will rent the booths ( 8`x10`) for only $400 , and double for $750 , there will be new entertainment card with Rockabilly bands and contests , this year will be performing The Lizardman as sideshow act , we will have a new contest this year strictly for the Tattoo artist which will be called Art Exposure which will consist of : each Tattoo artist(one artist per shop) will display a contemporary painting or drawing of their work(min 30x39 painting) throughout the Expo in the foyer which will be judge by the attendance people through a ballot box , the 1st prize of $500 will be given to the winner , and the top 3 painting will be display with the name of artist and shop in one of Ottawa`s finest contemporary Art Gallery " La Petite Mort" where the painting will be in the front windows . There will be more details further in the year as more activities develops , also if anyone's interested in giving seminars please contact me at ottawatattooexpo@hotmail.ca or any questions please don`t hesitate to contact us. Hopefully we can make this years show a success with everyone's attendance. You can also apply on line at : www.ottawatattooexpo.com Dates: October 21, 22, 23 2011 Event: Painful Pleasures Rock & Ink Tattoo Expo Location: The Wyndham Hotel, South Portland Maine Country: USA Reservations: (207) 775-6161 Contact Information: contact us through website below Website: http://http://www.facebook.com/gaskylproductions?sk=info Notes: Compliments of Gaskyl Productions *Saturday, Half Admission with Costume! *$10.00 Per Day! *There will be bands and artists from all over New England. *Tattoo contests and prizes! Dates: October 22&23 2011 Event: Eindhoven Tattoo Convention Location: Eindhoven Country: Netherlands Reservations: check site Contact Information: Eindhoven@UnitedConventions.com Website: http://www.UnitedConventions.com Notes: 3th event and it is growing every year that is a fact allready. 100 international artists live music all weekend and many acts like Burlesque,striptease,freak amd much more.... We are based in a 4**** star hotel in the center of Eindhoven wich is 90 minutes away from Amsterdam or 90 minutes from Brussel[Belgium]. Just check out the site from Eindhoven to get an impression from last year.. Hope to see you there, Best Regards & get Inked, Andy www.UnitedConventions.com b>Dates: October 27-30, 2011 Event: Dragon Edong's Ink, Spikes & Chains 2011 Location: Garapan Central Park Country: Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands Reservations: Contact Information: megavisioneldrako@yahoo.com Website: http://www.eldrakotattoo.com Dates: October 28-30 Event: Immersed In Ink -Reno Tattoo & Arts Festival Location: Harrah's Casino, Reno, NV Country: USA Reservations: 512-363-6788 Contact Information: Website: http://www.immersedinink.com Notes: The tattoo show will feature some of the hottest artists from all over the US. Live tattooing, sideshows, contests, human suspension, a graffiti wall and so much more! Dates: 28th-30th October 2011 Event: 2nd Miri Tattoo Exhibition 2011 Location: Miri, Sarawak (Borneo) Country: Malaysia Reservations: Contact Information: seahorsetattoogallery@yahoo.com Website: http://www.2ndmte2011.webs.com Notes: This is our 2nd year to organize this one of the huge event in Borneo Island. This year the exhibition will be held at Eastwood Valley & Country Club on 28th-30th October 2011. All tattooist around the globe are welcome. Dates: November 4th - 6th 2011 Event: 9th Dublin International Tattoo Convention Location: D4 Hotel, Ballsbridge Country: Ireland Reservations: info@d4hotels.ie Contact Information: info@dublintattooconvention.com or (00353 1) 6727602 Website: http://www.dublintattooconvention.com Notes: This is Ireland's biggest Tattoo convention that has been going for the past 9 years. artist from all corners of the world have attended in the past such as Paul Booth, Tim Hendrix, Jimmy Coffin, Jack Mosher to name but a few... this years show promises to be even bigger and better than before... full late bars, food, trade, tattoos and most of all fun.... for more info contact www.dublintattooconvention.com Dates: December 9, 10, 11 of 2011 Event: OSR SUPER BBQ Location: Barstow, California Country: USA Reservations: 310-374-0299 Contact Information: skatesurfsmoke Website: http://www.skatesurfsmoke.com Notes: This event has an approved 3 day permit with 5 rules.. Live GLASS ARTIST, LIVE TATTOOING, LIVE MUSIC, BBQ, BONFIRES, DIRT TOYS with campsites and RV sites and over 6000 motel/hotel rooms within 14 miles of the event. Future Glass school site and site of the Annual OSR SUPER BBQ. Real artist party with their fans and howl at the moon and stars. www.skatesurfsmoke.com Call and come and party with us and invite your friends to come support you and these grounds in a party that we will build into the event we dream about in vivid detail waiting for next years event. Dates: 13-15 january 2012 Event: Surf n Ink Location: Gold Coast Country: Australia Reservations: www.surfinktravel.com Contact Information: info@tattoosurfnink.com Website: http://www.tattoosurfnink.com Notes: For the third time, the most anticipated event. 3 days of world class event,over 150 hand picked tattoo artists. Tattooing on site,Art fusion, Paint Proyect,Pin Up final,Jujitsu and Muay Thai competitions. Seminars by only renowned tattooists and artists. Airbrush, Graffiti, Motorbikes. Best tattoo event in Australia since 2010. 2012 EVENTS Dates: September 13-16 2012 Event: Paradise Tattoo Gathering Location: Keystone Resort - Keystone CO Country: USA Reservations: http://www.tattoogathering.com/hotel_and_condo_reservations.html Contact Information: (413) 527-6574 Website: http://www.TattooGathering.com Notes: 4 Days of seminars, workshops, discussion panels, and world class tattooing. Artists, collectors, and the curious are encouraged to book early as every year the convention hotel sells out and many seminars fill up. Submit Your Body Art Event The information you submit will be copied exactly as you send it, so please make sure everything is spelled correctly and all of the information is correct.

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