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8
Aug
2010
Pepa Heller Tattoo Artist
Papa Heller is not a new comer to tattoos but he is not very well known in the United States. He hails from the Czech Republic but has been a tattoo artist practicing his trade in New Zealand for over ten years now. He’s also lived in the UK and has traveled to Australia and the Middle East. There was an extensive and thorough interview with him in my late st issue of International Tattoo Art. He studied under an American who owned a shop in Prague. He says he’s been shooting for more realism and says he’s relying more on references to help with achieving this. He’s also been trying to incorporate more color into his work. He has a way of using his backgrounds – whether it’s a drop shadow or a blue sky to cause his artwork to jump off the skin. I really like the way the tail end of this shark looks like it’s coming around the corner of the guy’s torso. You can see much more of his work by visiting his Myspace page . Related posts: Tattoo Artist Jace Masula Talented Artist Tattoo Artist Gabriel Cece
2
Aug
2010
Rites of Passage
Hey, not to generalize, but tattoo artists can certainly behave as a responsible and progressive lot. Sure there’s crummy tattoo artists out there who aren’t really doing anything for anyone other than a few crummy flash tattoos now and then, but hey, that’s a very minor percentage of the artists out there. In truth, tattoo artists are continuously working to push the boundaries in everything from their art to the methods in which their art is portrayed and displayed. Enter the Rites of Passage Tattoo and Arts Convention , taking place this 2011 from the 28th to the 30th of January. What truly separates ROP from other tattoo conventions is the method and intent of the entire gathering. Rites of Passage isn’t just about seeing phenomenal tattooists under one roof and hanging out. I mean, it is about that but it’s also about so much more. “The Rites of Passage Festival aims to take you on a journey to lands forgotten and cultures undiscovered to re-explore the real reason people get tattooed in both the modern and ancient world. In doing so, it celebrates not only the creative energy that links us to ourselves and each other as a modern tribe – it enables us to explore how we can reconnect with our natural environment in the same respectful ways as our ancestors, and re-establish the balance our Earth needs for its survival while we go about living our modern lives.” In layman’s terms, this is a festival and not just a tattoo convention. It intends to create a dynamic between the natural environment, artists and the people who appreciate tattoo art. There will be music, public speakers, various types of performers as well as visual artists. The best part about the entire festival however, is that it’s doing its best to ensure that the entire event is 100% organic. By that they mean that the festival will showcase as many organic and eco-friendly products that they can. Organic produce, eco-friendly tattoo products, recycled goods, it’s all going to be a major part of what Rites of Passage is all about. Plus, in addition to all the great stuff that will be found at the festival, it’s nice to know that 100% of the profits from Rites of Passage will go toward buying agricultural land which will then be replanted with virgin rainforest. Not bad at all, right? Oh yeah, one last thing that I forgot to mention: the entire festival takes place in Melbourne, Australia, which means that come January you’ll most likely be itching to get out of the winter weather and hit the gorgeous summer weather that Australia is known for. Plus, Nick Baxter is going to be there – I mean…do you really need any more of a reason to go??? Tags: Conventions , eco-friendly tattoo products , Inspired , melbourne australia , News , Nick Baxter , organic products , Products , rites of passage tattoo convention , Tattoo Artists , tattoo blog , Workforce Related posts on Tattoo Blog: Yikes. Wine, Cheese…and Tattoos Who’s Tattooed? When I Grow Up VIOLENCE!
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20
Jul
2010
Body Painting Festival, the most beautiful pictures of makeup
Want to discover out the works of body painting? Not there are merely tattoos or piercing to build creative ensembles. There are numerous art forms, more or less tribal, build the body gorgeous. Nowadays we conversation approximately body Painting, because just a pair of days past there was in Australia in Queensland, the festival where you meet an annual world-famous artists. A small ‘ how to use the graffiti spray cans and some brush, their canvas is not the walls, but the body people who are dressed and processed merely by color. This year there have been works crazy, I see a option in the picture gallery. Are used both acrylics and Henna which we know to be a perfectly natural element. The base is also used for dyeing hair or makes washable tattoos. You know the decorations Paola Barale has on his hands and arms here’s what is a center ground between tattoo and body painting. In Australia it was possible to see stunning masks on naked bodies, but also help on. Indeed, I saw numerous and numerous extraordinary visitors. The work is washable, as we said before, but not deleted instantly. The duration might differ relying on the pigments used in the case Mehndi than twain weeks, with tempera or acrylics; the duration is merely a few hours.
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3
May
2010
Meet Horiren!
Not that it matters whether there’s a male or female hand behind the tattoo machine at any given time, but it’s a fact that some of the greatest tattoo artists currently working in the tattoo universe are female. Seeing a woman working as a tattoo artist is totally commonplace in various cities and countries around the world. Japan however, is not one of those places. Laden with a reputation for an outdated and all around negative attitude toward the tattooed and tattoo artist in general, checking out the work of a female tattoo artist in Japan is not nearly as easy as it is over here in the Americas. So when I found out that there was an astoundingly good, female tattoo artist from Japan who still practiced the Japanese traditional tattooing of Tebori, I kind of rushed to see what exactly Horiren had to offer. And…wow, I mean, just… wow. Oddly enough, unlike most tattoo artists, Horiren made her way into the Japanese tattoo world by practice, study and of course, talent – and not by apprenticing, at any point. She worked as an illustrator for many years before actually setting off to pursue work as a tattoo artist. It was during a trip to Australia that she had her first tattoos done, and because she was paying to have what was basically tattoo flash done, she began to consider what it would be like if she designed her own tattoos. Then, through a process that involved reading American Tattoo magazines, studying photos of Yakuza member’s tattoos in a particular Yakuza journal and of course, actually practicing on herself and friends, Horiren learned her art form. For the first 8 years of her career as a tattoo artist, Horiren focused on doing small tattoos. Five years ago, she changed things up a bit and began doing tremendous full back pieces. Unsurprisingly, her skill level could well handle such a transition. Though she works primarily in the Tebori style, sometimes Horiren will use a tattoo machine, but only if the person she is doing the tattoo on is short of time or if she had previously begun a tattoo with a tattoo machine. To get an appointment with her for a tattoo, meet someone who knows her. – Hey, that’s one more reason to visit Japan! Tags: Horiren , Inspired , Japan , Japanese , Japanese female tattoo artist , Japanese tattoo artists , Meet Horiren! , Tattoo Artists , tattoo blog , tattoo machine , Tattoo Pictures , Workforce Related posts on Tattoo Blog: Wine, Cheese…and Tattoos Who’s Tattooed? When I Grow Up The Truth About the Truth The Bride
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20
Jan
2010
Advertiser’s Charm
Me personally, I would never get a corporate logo or name tattooed on any part of my body. Even if there was a very good cash incentive or prize for doing so. However, that’s just my opinion. Some people have no problem with tattooing corporate logos on their body in return for a nice bit of compensation. In fact anyone who has spent a little time reading The Tattoo Blog would undoubtedly be familiar with Billy the Billboard. Billy has put numerous tattoos on his body as a form of advertising for various companies. At one point he even auctioned off space on his body for advertisers so that he could get himself a new van. Well, we haven’t seen much of Billy lately, but I sure hope he’s still out there keeping up his billboard tradition. Today when I came across this article , I immediately thought of him. Grant Burton, 30, from Melbourne, Australia is going to be able give his parents the vacation that they’ve always wanted but never had, by having the logo for the Dutch based rail provider Eurail tattooed across his back. Burton came up with the idea after being unemployed during his parents 40th wedding anniversary. His mother, 60 and his father 78, raised six kids and although neither one of them was ever a fan of tattoos, Grant decided that it was now or never to try and find a way to get them away on their dream vacation in Europe. Because of the sentimental nature of the trip and Grant’s dedication to his cause, the people at Eurail have not only covered the expense of a Eurail tour of Europe for Grant’s mother and father, but also for Grant himself. ‘”We receive sponsor requests every day, but never have we seen such a fun and quite extreme example of fan dedication,” spokesperson Chantal Sukel said. “We strongly feel that it is very altruistic of Grant to make this gesture to his parents … [so we] decided to throw in an extra pass for Grant himself.” They will each receive a ticket to tour Europe, while spending money incentives are also being offered for the number of fans that join Mr Burton’s Facebook page.’ So…hey, regardless of what anyone might think about getting a corporate tattoo, you’ve got to admit that Grant Burton getting an 11cmx15cm tattoo of the Eurail logo on his back just so his parents can go on a vacation is a pretty selfless and generous thing to do. Tags: Ads , Billy the billboard , Dutch , eurail , facebook , Grant Burton , melbourne australia , News , Stories
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13
Jan
2010
Stay Gold Not Cold
Damn you Australians, you lucky bastards. As I sit here with the heat in my apartment cranked up and the sound of the icy rain smacking against my windows, all I can think about is being some place warm and fun. Some place tropical, some place where I can surf and maybe even pick up a new tattoo along the way. Wouldn’t you know it, Australians happen to be in the middle of summer right now. And wouldn’t you also know it, but the folks on the Gold Coast, aka Australia’s #1 tourist destination, have decided to put a little something together for those of us who happen to like awesome tropical weather, perfect beaches and oh yeah, I almost forgot: tattoos. It’s called Surf n’ Ink 2010, and it’s Australia’s answer to complete and utter awesomeness. This has got to be one of the sweetest tattoo conventions in the world. I mean, just check this out: “Our venue, the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre overlooks the canal from its spacious balcony and is metres away from 70 kilometres of pristine white sandy beaches. The Gold Coast is Australia’s #1 vacation destination and holds an abundance of nightlife, shopping, restaurants and with 35ºC (95F) summer heat – it’s the closest thing to heaven. The artists attending Surf n’ INK 2010 are all high-profile world-class artists. Check out the artist list and see for yourself. Complimenting the “real show” (the artists) we have a great list of live bands, music, tattoo workshops, tattoo seminars, art-fusion, contests and so much more. Surf n’ INK 2010 offers an opportunity to see, meet, listen and be part of tattoo culture and lifestyle on a global level. Surf n’ INK 2010 will be the ultimate tattoo experience of the decade. Get ready to feel inspired and be ready to get INKED! For the love and sake of tattoos, Australian surf, and music… You are all welcome!” Now I ask you, is that not the kind of way you’d like to spend a few days this winter? I sure as hell know that it works for me. Surf n’ Ink 2010 runs January 15th, 16th and 17th and boasts tattoo artists from places as diverse as Tahiti, China, Norway and Thailand (to name a few). Unfortunately, I’m stuck here in Rain City, so I hope that all you tattoo artists and tattoo junkies who are attending this event realize exactly how lucky you are. Enjoy! You bastards. Tags: Australia , gold coast australia , gold coast convention and exhibition centre , surf n ink 2010 , Uncategorized Related posts on Tattoo Blog: Why not just kick her dog? Totally Stressed Tattoos? Fiddlesticks! Tattoos Are Unattractive? Good News? Meet Angelique Houtkamp!
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2
Dec
2009
All Eyes On Dani
You know how sometimes people will stare at your tattoos? Well, tattooed Australian model Dani Lugosi recently took the promise of people’s attention and used it to spread the word about animal rights. Lugosi appeared naked at Sydney, Australia’s Pitt Street Mall, holding a small sign down-under, which read: “Ink Not Mink.” The protest was organized by People For the Ethetical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and Lugosi was doing her part for the organization, attempting to get the word out about animal cruelty. True, maybe it wasn’t exactly the tattoos that got people’s immediate attention, given that Miss Lugosi was in fact, pretty much naked, but let’s not split hairs here. An attractive young woman with a variety of tattoos is a definite attention grabber and I would even go as far as to say a positive endorsement of the tattoo community. Now, you might be asking How is this a positive endorsement of the tattoo community? And yes, that is indeed a fair question. But let’s not waste time trying to decipher and interpret the meaning behind all this and instead, let’s just enjoy the photos from Dani Lugosi’s day of protest. Shall we? Yes. We shall. Tags: Australia , Celebrity , dani lugosi , ink not mink , News , peta , photos of dani lugosi , Pictures , Pinup Girls , pitt street mall , Stories , sydney australia , Tattoo Pictures , tattooed model Related posts on Tattoo Blog: Why not just kick her dog? Totally Stressed Tattoos? Fiddlesticks! Tattoos Are Unattractive? Good News? Meet Angelique Houtkamp!
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