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it’s on again the Singapore Tattoo Show -Tat2 2010 Jan 8 to 10 Bigger & Louder. For more info here are some links – http://facebook.com/tattoopride http://www.tattoo.com.sg http://twitter.com/tattoopride

With guest appearances by Kim Saigh (LA ink), Tim Hendricks (Gold Rush tattoo), Michelle Myles (Daredevil tattoo and winner of TLCs Tattoo War Competition at the 6th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention), Shige (Yellow Blaze Tattoo, Japan) and returning to this show again will be Chris Garver (Miami ink) and Bob Tyrell (Night Gallery). Also attending the show will be VIP guest, Matt Booth, celebrity jewellery designer and owner of Room101 who is also the guest judge for this upcoming years tattoo show with Room101 being the major sponsor for this event and introducing Paypal who is also sposnoring the event for the very first time.- video production courtesy: http://tattooink.tv

Miss Tattoo Asia – 10 days left to enter

Miss Tattoo Asia – 10 days left to enter – we’ve listened & made the swimsuit into BEACHWEAR

UPDATE: Miss Tattoo Asia – Please let your friends know 🙂

With only 10 days left for us to get applications for the 1st Miss Tattoo Asia – we have been getting feedback that everyone will be more comfortable if the contest had a beachwear or swimwear segment NOT swimsuit or bikini. so it’s official, entrants are able to join the stage in what they are comfortable in when they go to the beach – as long as the entrant is easily able to display their tattoos.

Besides being crowned the 1st Miss Tattoo Asia there are prizes for all 10 finalist.

First Prize

* Cash: $1,000.00 + Custom Ring from Room 101 Silver Valued at USD1,000.00
* Free Photo Shoot session with your tattoo.
* Published Shoot opportunities in Magazine(s).
* Product giveaways.

see website for 2nd & 3rd Prizes.
http://www.tattoo.com.sg/misstattoo/misstattoo.html

ALL finalists will win a stunning Brazilian Bikini http://www.mybikini-sg.com/store.php
Enter today – full details here: http://www.tattoo.com.sg/misstattoo/misstattoo.html

Also check out the Tat2 2010 INVITE now over 16,000 people have been invited http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=141203425388

Watch post event footage on tattooink.tv

TOP 400 Tattoo Artists appearing at Tat2 2010

Here is a Tattoo Artist list like no other – all are coming to Singapore – if you want to book – do it now ! join us in facebook – http://facebook.com/tattoopride – to find out more about the show and how you can attend. follow us on twitter – http://twitter.com/tattoopride

Tattoo Lovers Just Love Uniquely Singapore – Tat2 2010 Jan 8 to 10
With guest appearances by Kim Saigh (LA ink), Tim Hendricks (Gold Rush tattoo), Michelle Myles (Daredevil tattoo and winner of TLC’s Tattoo War Competition at the 6th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention), Shige (Yellow Blaze Tattoo, Japan) and returning to this show again will be Chris Garver (Miami ink) and Bob Tyrell (Night Gallery). Also attending the show will be VIP guest, Matt Booth, celebrity jewellery designer and owner of Room101 who is also the guest judge for this upcoming year’s tattoo show with Room101 being the major sponsor for this event and introducing Paypal who is also sposnoring the event for the very first time.

Click on the picture to view artist’s website

Tim Hendricks (Guest Appearance in Miami Ink) Gold Rush Tattoo, USA	Mick Squires Korpus Tattoo, Australia	Patrick Sans Burly Fish Tattoo, USA	Philip Spearman Inkworks Tattoo, USA
Shark Tattoo Studio, Singapore	Andrea Pallocchini Four “X” Tattoo, Italy	Evolution Tattoo, UK	Norman Banach Norman’s Tattoo & Art Gallery, Germany
Dong Dong Mummy Tattoo, China	Sacred Ink, UK	Michelle Myles (Winner of TLC’s Tattoo War Competition @ 6th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention) Daredevil Tattoo, USA	Needles & Pins, China
Beppe Shiro Royal Tattoo, Denmark	Claudia Classic Ink & Mods, Holland	Denixxx Tattoos, Italy	Chad Koeplinger New York Adorned, USA
Ethan Morgan Symbolic Tattoo, USA	Diau Fu Tattoo, Taiwan	Morg Armeni Morganic Heart Tattooing, Italy	Xincike Tattoo, China
Lucky Tattoo, China	Deep Down Empire, Italy	Andy Shou Fright Tattoo, Taiwan	Genziana Cocco Sundance Tattoo, Italy
Dan Marshall Tribulation Tattoo, USA	Rod Medina King Cross Tattoo Parlour, UK	Black Cat Tattoo Studio, Malaysia	Nate Beavers Epoch Tattoo, USA
Jocke Hultman Temple of Art, Sweden	Dark Shadow Tattoo, Germany	The Left Hand Path, New Zealand	Dragon Edong El Drako Tattoo, Saipan, USA
Tommy Lee Tommy Lee Tattoos, Germany	Filippo Bart, Italy	Heidi Scheck Super Genius Tattoo, USA	Virgoz Studio, Italy
Fo Guang Hang, Thailand/Singapore (Sak Yant Thai Tattooing)	Kim Saigh of LA Ink High Voltage Tattoo, USA	Shawn Barber Atelier Tattoo, USA	John Montgomery Tattoo Syndicate, USA
Horimasu, Japan	Kari Barba Outer Limits Tattoo, USA	Mario Rosenau Art Junkies Tattoo, USA	Jeremiah Barba Outer Limits Tattoo, USA
Mike De Masi Art Junkies Tattoo, USA	Shagoo Studio Shagoo, USA	Federico Ferroni Federico Ferroni Tattoo, USA	Phil Young Hope Gallery, USA
Mike Cole Mike Cole Art, USA	Jon Clue Star Blood Studios, USA	Kevin Stress Sovereign Collective, USA	Carson Hill Carson Hill Tattoos, USA
Bob Tyrrell Night Gallery, USA	Yang Zhuo YZ Tattoo, China	Jess Yen MY Tattoo, USA	Leon Shitoujii Tattoo, France
Tim Kern Tribulation Tattoo, USA	Chris Garver of Miami Ink Love Hate Tattoo Studio, USA	Diau An Diau An Tattoo, Taiwan	Night Action Tattoo Taiwan
Tattoo Galerie Germany	Klaktat2 Belgium	Horitsuna Tattoo Studio Desperado, Japan	Knuckle Knuckle Energy Tattoo, Japan
Susan Ink Tank Tattoo, Switzerland	Phetrus Kings Cross Tattoo Parlour, UK	Demian Kings Cross Tattoo Parlour, UK	Zoe Thorne Zoe Thorne Tattoo, Germany
Scum Art Tattoo, Germany	Wulun Tattoo, China	Yi Xiu Tang, China	Catia Zambon Sunskin Art, Italy
Murran Tattoo, Italy	Siam Ink Tattoo, Thailand	Sunskin Studio, Malaysia	Gestochen Scharf, Germany
Cimo Tattoo, Taiwan	Belleza Tattoo, Taiwan	ZOP Tattoo, Italy	Yaksa Tattoo, China
Monkey Tattoo, Malaysia (Traditional Borneo Tattooing)	Fulltime by Eak, Thailand	Yugen Tattoo, Holland	Think Tattoo, Singapore
Skin Label Tattoo Studio, Singapore	Dream Body Art, Singapore	Kustoms 7 Tattoo, Singapore	Visual Orgasm Tattoo, Singapore
William Tattoo Studio, Singapore	8 Volts Tattoo Studio, Singapore	Body Décor Tattoo & Piercing, Singapore	Imagine Tattoo Studio, Singapore
Elvin Tattoo, Singapore	Mi Feng Tattoo Studio, Taiwan	Diau Chi Tattoo, Taiwan	Diau-Hu Tattoo, Taiwan
Diau Chang Tattoo, Taiwan	Diau Chung Tattoo, Taiwan	Alien Tattoo, Taiwan	Daio-King Tattoo, Taiwan
Chi-Tattoo Family, Taiwan	Hsinyi Tattoo, Taiwan	Top Tattoo, Taiwan	Yong Mo Tattoo , Taiwan
Lion King Tattoo, Taiwan	Ink-credible Tattoo Studio, Singapore	White Tattoo Studio, Taiwan	Tiao Fang Tattoo, Taiwan
Hwa Kwe Tattoo, Taiwan	Arctic Tattoo, Norway	Flyback Tattoo, Singapore	Exotic Tattoo, Singapore
Aurora Tattoo, Indonesia	Positif Tattoo, France	Julia Seizure Tattoo, UK	Tinta Tattoo Shop, Philippines
Wushang Tattoo, China	Vlady Positive Vibrations, Italy	Tattoo Mangon, Germany	Body Processing Tattoo, Taiwan
Mohan’s Tattoo Inn, Nepal	Derek Noble Lucky Devil Tattoo, USA	Pierce Ink Tattoo	Golden Needle Tattoo, Thailand
Tattooism, South Korea	Tian Zhi Long Tattoo, China	Ton Thai Tattoo Studio, Thailand	Vic Tattoo, Taiwan
Duck Art Tattoo, Belgium	Evil Devil Tattoo, Taiwan	Tian Zun Tang Tattoo Studio,China	Forever True Tattoo, UK
Mr. Tattoo, Taiwan	Holy Mark Tattoo, Taiwan	Mayin Tattoo, Taiwan	Cheng Long Tattoo, Taiwan
JK Tattoo, Taiwan	Long Tattoo, China	Tattoo City Art Studio, Malaysia	Horiyasu Asakusa Horiyasu Studio, Japan
Eric Michalovic Devine Street Tattoo, USA	Adrian Williard Magnum Opus Tattoo, UK	Smilin’ Demons Tattoo, Germany	XT- Tattoo, China
ZiYou Tattoo, China	Yao Zhan Tattoo, China	Smokov Tattoo, Bulgaria	Utopia Studio, Singapore
HE Tattoo, China	In’s Tattoo, Singapore	Tattoo Jimmy, Germany	Arts Elemental New Zealand Art of Maori Tattoo
Junior Kult Tattoo, Poland	Dave Kult Tattoo, Poland	Jeff Tattoo Studio, Malaysia	Iron Monkey Tattoo, Germany
Red Star Tattoo, Germany	Lovisa Tattoo, Frence Polynesia	Taiwan Diao Tattoo, Taiwan	Tang Tattoo Studio, China
Nippon Tattoo, Japan	Evil Twins Tattoo, Sweden	Gary Parkinson The Bolton Tat Shop, UK	Mick Tomo Ruby Arts Tattoo Studio, UK
Ginchan Tattoo, Japan	House of Tattoos, UK	Marc Pinto’s Primitive Tattoo, Singapore Traditional Hand & Machine Tattooing Piercing, Branding & Body Modification	Dragonfly Tattoo, Malaysia
Josh Roelink Tatudharma, Australia	Ichibay Three Tides Tattoo, Japan	Mahyar Tattoo, Brazil	Brad Fink Iron Age Tattoo, USA
Boog Tattoo, USA	Lengyan Tattoo, China	Moana Moko / Steedman Tattoo Machines, New Zealand	Rock n Roll Tattoo Studio, Indonesia
Brisik Tattoo, Indonesia	Black Dragon Tattoo, Indonesia	Skinworkz Tattoo & Body Piercing, Philippines	Max Bruno Pinker Tattoo, Italy
True Hate Body Art Studio, Malaysia	Ronnie’s Tattoo & Piercing, Philippines	Zhencang Tattoo Studio	Chung Woon Tattoo, South Korea
Bunshin Horitoshi , Japan Traditional Japanese Hand Tattooing, (Tebori)	Nick Tattoo Studio, India	Hellfish Tattoo, Germany	Tattoo Studio-Cat, Germany
Famous Gabe Tattoo, USA	Takami Knock Over Decorate Tattoo, Japan	Primitive Art Piercing & Tattoo, Singapore	Shige Yellow Blaze Tattoo, Japan
Goska Evil from the Needle, UK	Body Adornments, Belgium	Bonzai Tat2, Holland	Tattoots, Holland
Bunny Rising Tide Studio, USA	Tattoo Art Gert, Holland	The Mean Machine, Holland	Spec Body Art (Crying Freeman), Malaysia
Dan Sinnes Tattoo, Luxembourg	Triple Stars Tattoo, France	Dow Jenn Tattoo, Taiwan	Tattoo Tentacles, Italy
Fine Vulture Tattoo, Taiwan	Phuket Tattoo, Thailand	Woon Kim Tattoo, South Korea	Aric Taylor Art Junkies Tattoo, USA
Stardust Tattoo, Sweden	Skin Graphics Tattoo, Philippines	Gabbiano Tattoos, Italy	Kekkokonte Tattoos, Italy
Inkology Tattoo Studio, Malaysia	Filip Antonetti Sa Tattoo Studio, Italy	Antonio Conigiu Positive Temptation Tattoo, Italy	Clare Hampshire Tatudharma, Australia
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Sunskin Tattoo Machine, Italy	Trendy Tattoo Design Co. Ltd	Micky Sharpz	Mithra Needles, USA
Asia Tattoo Supply, Singapore	Jie’s Tattoo Machine Manufacturer, China	Tattoo Burst Magazine, Taiwan	Diau An Tattoo Supply, Taiwan
Tattoo Life – Tattoo Energy Magazine, Italy	Khai Kong Industrial (S) Pte Ltd	Tianjin Xiaojian Tattoo Equipment, China	Tattooink.TV, Australia
Matt Booth Room 101 Silver, USA	Martini Machines, USA	Good Things, Canada	Baron Tattoo Supply, Korea
MK Tattoo, Taiwan	Hangzhou Jansong Tech Co., Ltd, China	Wizards of Light, Singapore	Blood Borne Pathogen Prevention Training Institute, USA

a tattoo IS for life – createmytattoo.com

Getting the right tattoo design can often be a challenging prospect. You can get anything imaginable and this is a design you are going to have for the rest of your life! Now thanks to the internet you are able to reach to a global market of tattoo artists that can provide you a design you can take into your preferred local Tattoo studio.

A team of tattoo enthusiasts has created a website where hundreds of artists compete to design your perfect custom tattoo.

The site is called Create My Tattoo http://www.createmytattoo.com and it’s all about helping you get the perfect tattoo design. The site works like this, you described your tattoo design and say how much you’re willing to pay for it, then artists submit concepts for you to rate and comment on and eventually you choose a design as a winner.

Seriously, this is a cool concept and some people get dozens and even hundreds of designs through contests to choose from.

Here is the really good news, The Singapore Tattoo Show has got an exclusive offer from them. Create your design contest http://www.createmytattoo.com/contests/create/2 and use the promotion code SGTat2 at checkout to get 50% off.

You could also win a free $200 design contest by being one of their first 500 Facebook fans http://www.facebook.com/CreateMyTattoo. There are only about 30 spots left, so join now.

Here’s a short video describing the service:

Join our virtual journey as we lead up to the 2nd Singapore Tattoo Show – Tat2 2010 – it’s going to be an awesome ride

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Branded in Singapore by Marc Pinto

Marc Pinto: Professional Custom Cauterie Branding Services

History of Branding

The word “branding” carries many connotations be it cars, shoes, clothing – but the last one that comes to mind in the 21^st century we live in, is what the word originally meant. To brand, is literally to burn. To permanently place a burn mark onto an object.

The act of branding livestock to denote ownership dates back to the ancient Egyptians. The technique would be passed down through the ages where it would most famously be applied by cowboys of the Americas where a red-hot iron brand would be pressed into the skin of the animal, normally a cow or a horse, allowing animals from different owners to graze on an open range avoiding confusion. It is from the long tradition that branding came to denote ownership of an animal, and with the progression of time, ownership of people too.

The application of brands to humans probably started with the Greeks and Romans where slaves were branded on their legs to denote servitude and prevent escape. Through the process of branding, a slave wound hence be bound to the master until he or she was sold to another master in which a new brand would be applied again. In this era, branding a person could thus be seen as an extremely dehumanizing action, reducing the slave to no more than a biological entity akin to a cow.

This dehumanizing aspect would later be used as punishment binding criminals to their crimes for life. In France, criminals were branded with the initials “TFP” to signify hard labour for life and adulterers in puritan settlements in America were branded with an “A” usually on the chest for men and bosom for women. Often, the location depended on the severity of the crime, with serious offences getting more visible locations like arms or even forehead to increase the humiliation.

The brand is also to some people a re-affirmation of their beliefs much like tattoos are due to the irreversibility of the process. Hence the process of pain to achieve the ultimate result may often be perceived as a deeply spiritual one. Branding as part and parcel of spirituality has been longest documented amongst Hindu devotees of the Vaishnava Sect. The branding of Vishnu devotees was known as taapa and is the first in a fivefold process of initiation. The V-shaped strike brand is first heated in a sacrificial fire till it is red-hot before being applied to the devotee’s shoulder. The process represented a purification of the mind, body and soul.

Branding in a modern context

Branding has continually evolved throughout history and its increasing popularity today represents an abolishment of old taboos and an increasing openness in the modern world.

The infamous history of branding has not deterred people of the 21^st century adorning themselves with various designs using this technique. While the traditional form of branding, known as “strike-branding” by the body modification industry is still practiced, branding techniques have also evolved so as to allow more complex designs.

Electro-cautery branding is more commonly practiced these days and it involves the use of a device akin to an arc welder.  The hand-held device creates a spark of electricity which burns the skin. With its ability to control the depth of damage and accuracy of the cut, this method allows for more intricate designs.

Yet despite its dark history, people wishing to set themselves apart from the rest of the crowd often seek out branding as a means of adorning their bodies as tattoos gain greater popularity. Apart from being head turners, brands often provide their wearers with an exciting tale to tell about the pain endured to receive the selected design.

Today, branding designs are unique and varied, with people opting for one-off designs that compliment their own style and physique. From traditional tribal to modern contemporary designs, branding offers a different medium in which to adorn one’s body.

Branding is enjoying resurgence in Perth, Australia and Marc Pinto of Primitive Body Piercing Studio in Barrack St, is leading the way in this primal art form. Marc Pinto is an international pioneer in the promotion and preservation of the traditional art of fine cauterie branding.  Primitive Body Piercing Studio is the only one in Perth that offers professional custom cauterie branding services, where each design can be uniquely custom made for the individual. Having trained at the Fakir Musafar School of Branding Intensives in San Francisco, Marc Pinto has also pioneered techniques for fine cauterie branding that is now used and taught in the Fakir School of Branding Intensives itself.

With more than 13 years experience, Marc Pinto and his team are passionate about the traditional history of the branding culture and hope to adorn the bodies of their clients with pieces of artwork that will keep the rich history of branding progressing well into the future.

Note: Professional custom cauterie branding services are now also available at Marc Pinto Primitive Tattoo in Singapore.

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Twitter:

http://twitter.com/pintomarc

MySpace:

http://www.myspace.com/marcpinto

Website: http://www.marcpinto.com

Tattoo Lovers Just Love Uniquely Singapore

Tattoo Pride for Tattoo Artistry – Singapore Tattoo Show Tat2 2010

Tattoo Lovers will descend upon Singapore in 2010 … seeking creativity,  education in responsible tattooing, observe fusion of east and west Tattoo Artistry … and 3 days of massive entertainment.

With the intention of not only providing a show for tattoo lovers, both in Singapore and Asia, but also wanting to ensure sufficient education in responsible tattooing amongst teenagers and young adults; the Singapore tattoo show is coming back for the 2^nd time, bringing more entertainment and exposure to people through this unique form of art. Organized by Debra Tan and Kirby Lian from Utopia Studios, the show is to be held at the Singapore Expo, Hall 6B from 8 to 10 January 2010, starting from 12pm to 10pm on the 8^th and 9^th, and 12pm to 8pm on the 10^th.

Tat2 2010 Event Invitation: Mingle with over 15,000 Tattoo Fans & Artists

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=141203425388&ref=mf

With guest appearance by Kim Saigh (LA ink), Tim Hendricks (Gold Rush tattoo), Michelle Myles (Daredevil tattoo and winner of TLC’s Tattoo War Competition at the 6^th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention), Shige (Yellow Blaze Tattoo, Japan) and returning to this show again will be Chris Garver (Miami ink) and Bob Tyrell (Night Gallery). Also attending the show will be VIP guest, Matt Booth, celebrity jewellery designer and owner of Room101 who is also the guest judge for this upcoming year’s tattoo show with Room101 being the major sponsor for this event.

People attending Tat2 2010 can be prepared for a wide variety of visual feasts with a line up that includes Rubberboy’s performance, Best male and female tattoo competition, and the first of its kind in Asia – Miss Tattoo Asia, alongside with over 300 internationally regarded artists coming together to showcase their talent in full view of audiences who are fans or just mere curious. This is the place to be if you are an avid tattoo collector or  people who are interested to see what Tattoo today is all about, a culture that used to be taboo but is so widely welcomed in recent times.

The newest addition to this coming year’s show is the Miss Tattoo Asia segment. Probably the first of its kind, it attempts to open the minds of the general public that beauty comes in all forms, especially in recent times where people are exposed to so many different things and the form of beauty is somewhat subjective. Trying to break away from the stereotypical female beauty, it aims to address a form of liberalism and modernist way of perceiving beauty.

Apart from this unique beauty contest, there is also the best male and female tattoo competition where proud owners of beautiful masterpieces on their bodies get to flaunt and compete to stand a chance to win the top prize. You’d be surprised to see how realistic and beautiful a tattoo can get, as the standard and works of tattoo artists are getting better and better, especially with quite a handful of artists who already have a history of doing fine arts before they ventured into tattooing.

The message of this show to entertain is made evident with other programmes such as the Rubberboy, who has three Guinness World Records for being the most flexible man alive. Daniel Browning Smith, who is also known as the Rubberboy, is an actor, entertainer and contortionist who also went on shows such as Ripley’s Believe it or not, the Oprah Winfrey show and the grand prize winner of 30 Seconds to Fame. Works by finalists of Beauty is Skin Deep, a body art design competition, will also be displayed in the art gallery section as well as works of graffiti artists and some of the tattoo artists’ works, showcasing their talents and passion on canvas.

And we said entertainment – Singapore’s legendary Velvet Underground is our party venue sponsor and there will be nightly events to give artists and fans the opportunity to mix, dance & party as only possible in uniquely Singapore – Asia’s Jewel city.

For more information visit: http://www.tattoo.com.sg or be part of the Tat2 2010 community on facebook – http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=32140274011 you can also follow us on twitter @tattoopride

Tat2 2010 thanks for the online support Create My Tattoo http://www.createmytattoo.com

Miss Tattoo Asia – Final Call

Seeking women who are comfortable with expressing and showing their sensuality through an alternate type of beauty, the type of beauty that separates all traditional rules! With a platform for you to make a statement steering away from the stereotypical way of female beauty, this contest is especially for tattooed women who would like to showcase their tattoos in pursuit for a new idea of sensuality in the female gender.

Do you stand out in crowds and feel confident with your tattoos? Do you possess a personality that is as bold as you look? If you do, we WANT you! Show us what you are made of.

First Prize
* Cash: $1,000.00
* Free Photo Shoot session with your tattoo.
* Published Shoot opportunities in Magazine(s).
* Product giveaways.

see website for 2nd & 3rd Prizes.
http://www.tattoo.com.sg/misstattoo/misstattoo.html

ALL finalists will win a stunning Brazilain Bikini http://www.mybikini-sg.com/store.php

In order to compete, you must be at least 18 years of age, female, and have your body tattooed. Contest is only open to all female residents of Singapore and in all parts of Asia. The top 10 contestants to be selected must be able to travel to Singapore to the show to compete.

So if you think you have what it takes, show it and flaunt it!

Rules of Competition

* Competition will take place on Sunday, 10th January 2010.
* The competition will be judged in swimwear outfits.
* You will be judged by a panel of judges.
* The 10 finalists will each receive a 3 Day Pass that will allow them access to the Show.
* You must be a female over 18 years old to enter the competition.
* All travel expenses are at your own costs and arrangements if you are not a local finalist.
* A maximum of 4 photo submission is required from you to enter the competition.
* Photo Criteria:
o 1 close up view of your tattoo
o 1 close up view of yourself with your tattoo
o 1 close up view of your front face
o 1 full length view of yourself

* Submissions of above photos and a photocopy of your ID are to be sent to debra@tattoo.com.sg / apglobal@gmail.com for registration.
Your submission should reach us by december 15th 2009

Other Event news:

NEWS UPDATES – Singapore Tattoo Show – Tat2 2010

– Early bird tickets ending on 30th Nov.

– Citibank members extend to 6th Jan with promo code “STS2010”.

– Book your tattoo appointments with artists early. How to book a tattoo appt?

o Contact artist via their email direct to book schedule at show. Be patient as most artists are packed with bookings and artists are normally booked prior to show.

o Pricing is quoted by individual artists and varies.

o Organizer does not take bookings on behalf of artists.

For more details, visit the FAQ at http://tattoo.com.sg/faqs.html.

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Custom Tattoo Design at CreateMyTattoo.com

Here is your chance to inspire artists to create custom tattoos, it’s called Create My Tattoo [http://createmytattoo.com].

How it works: The site allows Artists to submit artwork in an attempt to win the prize money of clients who post custom tattoo design requests, called “contests.”  The site is essentially an online marketplace for artists to compete for prize money and for clients who are looking to get a custom tattoo designed.

If you’re in the need for a new custom tattoo design, I encourage you to check it out, they’ve got over 500 world class artists

Marc Pinto opens 2nd Singapore Tattoo Studio

Marc Pinto the young veteran of the Tattoo Industry in Asia Pacific, who already has an established and vibrant tattoo studio in Perth Australia, has opened his second Tattoo Studio in Singapore – Marc Pinto Primitive Tattoo – can be found at Singapore’s Far East Plaza shopping mall in the famous Scotts Road – look for the flashing tattoo sign above Carl’s Jr. The 1st Marc Pinto Primitive Tattoo studio in  Singapore which opened in Feb 2009 is located in the same shopping mall on the 5th floor.

Drop by if you are in the area… click the above image to visit Marc Pinto Primitive Tattoo on facebook.

Marc Pinto & his team of professional tattoo artists & piercing specialists will appear at the Singapore Tattoo Show – Tat2 2010 from Jan 8 to 10 2010 at the Singapore Expo. more details at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=141203425388#

Singapore’s Foremost and Asia’s Largest Tattoo Show to Return Bigger and Louder

Singapore’s Foremost and Asia’s Largest Tattoo Show to Return Bigger and Louder 8-10 January 2010

SINGAPORE, November  2009 – Singapore’s foremost tattoo show is set to return in 2010 bigger and louder than the first year with a grand mix of art, rock, entertainment and more. The Singapore Tattoo  Show’s second edition, Tat2 2010, now the  largest tattoo show in Asia, will bring back the fusion of East and West Tattoo Artistry – an estimated number of 300 internationally-regarded artists  will come together to showcase their talent and create unique pieces of artwork. The 3-day event, held 8^th to 10^th January 2010 in Hall 6B of the Singapore Expo, hopes to advocates the act of responsible tattooing and to educate the public about tattoo as a form of body art appreciation and culture.

Social Media for Tattoo Singapore Tattoo Show – Tat2 2010

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Show organizers Debra Tan and Kirby Lian from Utopia Studios have planned an exciting line-up of activities to enthrall, engage, educate and entertain visitors at the Singapore Tat2 2010 show. The Tattoo show is set to feature a stellar lineup of an industry experts including star tattoo celebrities such as Kim Saigh (L.A. Ink/ High Voltage Tattoos, USA) and Tim Hendricks (Guest Artist in Miami Ink/ Gold Rush Tattoo, USA) who will be in Singapore for the first time, as well as returning guests Chris Garver (Miami Ink/ Love Hate Tattoo Studio, USA) and Bob Tyrrell (Night Gallery, USA). Other notable guests include industry icons from countries such as the United States, United Kingdom, Belgium, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, China and Taiwan.

The 2nd Singapore Tattoo Show – Tat2 2010 will also bring to Asia VIP Guest Matt Booth, celebrity jewelry designer, and owner of Room101 (www.room101silver.com), who has been chosen to be guest judge the 2010 Singapore Tat2 Show.  Room101 will also be a major sponsor for the event, participating in all aspects of the show.

Matt Booth, celebrity jewelry designer, and owner of Room101

Originally founded in 2003 by Matt Booth, Room101 is a luxury lifestyle brand for those who demand quality with an edge.   Booth, who has designed custom jewelry pieces for Pink, Snoop Dogg, Benji Madden, Slash, Chuck Liddell, Sen Dog, and Busta Rhymes, recently launched Room101 Cigars (www.room101cigars.com) to his already extensive line of jewelry, clothing, and accessories.

“The Tat2 2010 Show is a once in a lifetime opportunity for visitors from Singapore and the region to be inked by the world’s top artists from around the globe or to simply catch them in action at the show,” said Kirby Lian, a professional tattoo artist-entrepreneur with 8 years’ industry experience and the show’s brainchild. “Visitors can also look forward to the edgy and unconventional lineup of activities planned for them,” he added.

Highlights of The Singapore Tat2 2010 show include the Miss Tattoo Asia pageant – the first platform in Asia for tattooed women to showcase their body art, a performance by world class contortionist Rubberboy, who holds three Guinness World Records and was touted ‘The Most Flexible Man Alive’, and Battle of the Bands, where budding musicians compete to snag the top prize of limited edition guitars and S$1000. Art lovers will also be treated to a visual feast – an art gallery featuring works by renowned tattoo artists as well as finalists of ‘Beauty is skin deep’, a body art design competition for young creative’s. In addition, graffiti artists and seasoned tattoo artists will demonstrate their artistic talents onsite. For tattoo enthusiasts, seminars will be conducted by elite tattoo artists.

The Singapore Tat2 2010 Show will be open to public from 12 P.M. to 10 P.M. on the 8^th and 9^th of January (Friday and Saturday) and 12 P.M. to 8 P.M. on the 10^th of January. The show is open to all ages and entry is free for those below the age of 12. Tickets to the show are available for purchase online at http://tattoo.com.sg/tickets.html. Tickets cost S$22 for a 1-day pass and S$60 for a 3-day pass.  Early bird promotions, where 3-day passes go for S$55, are available from now till 15^th November 2009. Tickets to the show may also be bought onsite during show dates.

For more information on the Singapore Tat2 2010 Show, please visit http://tattoo.com.sg/ or join in the conversation with daily updates and worldwide Tattoo industry news & chatter on facebook – http://facebook.com/TattooPride

Pre- event email interviews with artists can be arranged upon request.

About Utopia Studio

Utopia Studio is the official event partner of The Singapore Tat2 2010 Show. It has eight years of professional experience in the tattoo industry in Singapore and has played a superlative role in establishing tattoo as an art form, placing emphasis on responsible tattooing by having high standards on creativity, technical skill, patience, knowledge and experience.

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