United States: New York Launches “Broadway Ink Night”
Times Square hosted its first Broadway Ink Night, where tattooists designed body art inspired by famous musicals like Phantom of the Opera, Hamilton, and Wicked.Actors […]
UK: London’s “Royal Ink Gala” Surprises Guests
At Kensington, tattooists held a royalty-themed tattoo gala, where attendees dressed in Victorian outfits while receiving tattoos.Designs centered on crowns, royal crests, and classic British […]
Australia: Sydney Opera House Hosts “Ink & Symphony”
The Sydney Opera House became the stage for an unusual blend of classical music and tattoo artistry.As the orchestra played, tattooists worked on clients live […]
Canada: Toronto’s “Graffiti & Tattoo Street Jam” Fills Downtown
Toronto merged graffiti culture with tattooing in an outdoor block party.Tattoo artists worked alongside mural painters, each influencing the other’s art.Street performers and DJs kept […]
South Korea: Seoul’s “K-Pop Ink Festival” Draws Global Attention
Seoul hosted its first K-Pop Ink Festival, blending tattoo culture with South Korea’s biggest export—music.Fans got tattoos inspired by idols’ logos, lyrics, and fandom symbols.Some […]
United States Turns Tattoo Shops Into History Lessons
In New York and Los Angeles, tattoo artists are running “ink and learn” events where clients hear short talks on Native American tattooing, prison tattoo […]
Brazil Celebrates Amazonian Tribal Tattoos
In Manaus, cultural centers are spotlighting Amazonian tattoo traditions from tribes like the Yanomami and Kayapo. These tattoos, once linked to hunting, protection, and rites […]
Saudi Arabia Opens Dialogue on Tattoos Through Art Exhibits
In Riyadh, contemporary art spaces are exploring tattoo culture through exhibitions rather than practice, due to cultural restrictions. These exhibits showcase tattoo-inspired designs and discuss […]
Thailand Brings Sak Yant Tattoos Into Classrooms
In Bangkok, cultural educators are teaching the spiritual and historical meaning of Sak Yant tattoos, traditionally done by monks. Workshops explain their protective charms, rules […]
United States: Chicago Hosts “Tattoo & Food Truck Festival”
Chicago’s Navy Pier launched the first Tattoo & Food Truck Festival, pairing gourmet street food with live tattoo sessions.Visitors could enjoy tacos, burgers, and vegan […]