Original Source - MCV Gay News Network
Rites of Passage is a combined tattoo, music and arts event coming to the Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton Gardens
One of the tattoo artists at Rites of Passage is Mick Squires (that's his work pictured), and we'll be interviewing Mick just before the event to find out how he got into tattoos, what he's into in terms of art and his fascination with the human skull.
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Tightening of tattoo, piercing laws mooted
Original Source - Whyalla News
New state government laws propose to make tattooing and some piercings illegal for those under the age of 18.
And, tattooists who breach the new law could face a maximum penalty of $5000 or 12 months’ jail.
The state government is seeking comment on the draft Summary Offences (Tattooing, Body Piercing and Body Modification) Amendment Bill 2011.
The reforms include prohibiting minors from having branding, tongue, nipple, neck or other serious invasive piercing; and requiring parental or guardian consent for eyebrow, nose or naval piercing.
There’ll also be a ban on tattooing, piercing or otherwise modifying the body of intoxicated people and a greater onus on the operators to obtain and retain evidence of consent.
To find out about the mixed reactions the proposal has attracted in Whyalla don’t miss the Whyalla News on Tuesday, January 18.
You can have your say on the proposals by commenting on this post, or record your views in our online poll.
Original Source - Whyalla News
New state government laws propose to make tattooing and some piercings illegal for those under the age of 18.
And, tattooists who breach the new law could face a maximum penalty of $5000 or 12 months’ jail.
The state government is seeking comment on the draft Summary Offences (Tattooing, Body Piercing and Body Modification) Amendment Bill 2011.
The reforms include prohibiting minors from having branding, tongue, nipple, neck or other serious invasive piercing; and requiring parental or guardian consent for eyebrow, nose or naval piercing.
There’ll also be a ban on tattooing, piercing or otherwise modifying the body of intoxicated people and a greater onus on the operators to obtain and retain evidence of consent.
To find out about the mixed reactions the proposal has attracted in Whyalla don’t miss the Whyalla News on Tuesday, January 18.
You can have your say on the proposals by commenting on this post, or record your views in our online poll.
Original Source - Whyalla News
Friday, January 14, 2011
Cars, bikes, tatts for big show
Original Source - Your Local News
Revheads and body art lovers will descend on Shepparton tomorrow when the Overlander Hotel hosts the annual Custom Car, Bike and Tattoo Show.
Revheads and body art lovers will descend on Shepparton tomorrow when the Overlander Hotel hosts the annual Custom Car, Bike and Tattoo Show.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Lower Blue Mountains Charity Tattoo Show to raise funds for Gateway Family Services
Original Source - Penrith Press
TATTOO enthusiast Adam Thomas is using one of his passions to create more positivity in the Lower Blue Mountains.
He is the driving force behind the Lower Blue Mountains Charity Tattoo Show at the Blaxland Tavern on Saturday.
Mr Thomas, of Glenbrook, said the event would raise money for Gateway Family Services at East Blaxland.
“Gateway Family Services help lots of people in the Blaxland area,” he said.
“I’m a single parent and they’ve helped me get back on my feet.”
Mr Thomas previously lived in Byron Bay and said organising the event was inspired by a charity tattoo show based there.
Tavern licensee Stephen Kiely said he agreed to host the show to put something back into the community.
“I was a youth worker before I got into this industry,” he said.
“I know how hard it is to get the proper support.”
The tavern will contribute 10 per cent of bar takings to the fundraiser. There will be local bands and tattoo judging.
Businesses supporting the show include Cheeky Azz tattoo shop at Blaxland, Protat and sponsor Carmart in Penrith.
* WHAT: Lower Blue Mountains Charity Tattoo Show
* WHERE: Blaxland Tavern
* WHEN: Saturday from 12.30pm
* ENTRY: $5
* DETAILS: Adam Thomas 0450 656 835
Original Source - Penrith Press
TATTOO enthusiast Adam Thomas is using one of his passions to create more positivity in the Lower Blue Mountains.
He is the driving force behind the Lower Blue Mountains Charity Tattoo Show at the Blaxland Tavern on Saturday.
Mr Thomas, of Glenbrook, said the event would raise money for Gateway Family Services at East Blaxland.
“Gateway Family Services help lots of people in the Blaxland area,” he said.
“I’m a single parent and they’ve helped me get back on my feet.”
Mr Thomas previously lived in Byron Bay and said organising the event was inspired by a charity tattoo show based there.
Tavern licensee Stephen Kiely said he agreed to host the show to put something back into the community.
“I was a youth worker before I got into this industry,” he said.
“I know how hard it is to get the proper support.”
The tavern will contribute 10 per cent of bar takings to the fundraiser. There will be local bands and tattoo judging.
Businesses supporting the show include Cheeky Azz tattoo shop at Blaxland, Protat and sponsor Carmart in Penrith.
* WHAT: Lower Blue Mountains Charity Tattoo Show
* WHERE: Blaxland Tavern
* WHEN: Saturday from 12.30pm
* ENTRY: $5
* DETAILS: Adam Thomas 0450 656 835
Original Source - Penrith Press
LETTERS to The Editor for Thursday, January 13.
Original Source - Adelaide Now
IT'S COMMON SENSE
PROPOSALS restricting access to piercing and tattooing (The Advertiser, yesterday) apply a commonsense response to the permanent implications of such practices and the potential for lasting regret.
IT'S COMMON SENSE
PROPOSALS restricting access to piercing and tattooing (The Advertiser, yesterday) apply a commonsense response to the permanent implications of such practices and the potential for lasting regret.
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Confronting art turning heads
Origianl Source - Daily Mercury
SHE'S almost naked, wearing only a brassiere and a pair of briefs so it's little wonder she is turning heads at the Mackay City Library.
Library users can't help but stop and look at Johanna Reilly's creation – an impressive large drawing of a scantily-clad woman.
“Wow” and “how long has it taken” are among the comments passed as Ms Reilly sprawls out on the library floor and puts pencil to paper.
But the woman she has created will soon be wearing more than underwear. Soon she will don an array of tattoos, including Mexican cartel insignia, Polynesian facial tattoos and Chinese mafia tattoos.
SHE'S almost naked, wearing only a brassiere and a pair of briefs so it's little wonder she is turning heads at the Mackay City Library.
Library users can't help but stop and look at Johanna Reilly's creation – an impressive large drawing of a scantily-clad woman.
“Wow” and “how long has it taken” are among the comments passed as Ms Reilly sprawls out on the library floor and puts pencil to paper.
But the woman she has created will soon be wearing more than underwear. Soon she will don an array of tattoos, including Mexican cartel insignia, Polynesian facial tattoos and Chinese mafia tattoos.
Tattoo art more than skin deep
Original Source - The West Australian
"For men who flaunted them, it was who had the biggest and best; for women they were more delicate and for the private viewing of partners only," says Janis Nedela, co-director of North Fremantle's Gallery East.
He is speaking of tattooing in Japan between the 17th and 19th centuries when the practice flourished.
"For men who flaunted them, it was who had the biggest and best; for women they were more delicate and for the private viewing of partners only," says Janis Nedela, co-director of North Fremantle's Gallery East.
He is speaking of tattooing in Japan between the 17th and 19th centuries when the practice flourished.
SA to ban invasive body piercings on children
Original Source - ABC News
The South Australian Government will ban some types of body piercings on children.
The South Australian Government will ban some types of body piercings on children.
Dan wears heart under his sleeve
Original Source - Herald Sun
ROSES are red, violets are blue . . . if Dan Single is in love he'll get a tattoo.
The Ksubi co-founder has taken the next step in his public romance with model-of-the-moment Bambi Northwood-Blyth, etching on his arm in blue: "Dan and Bambi."
ROSES are red, violets are blue . . . if Dan Single is in love he'll get a tattoo.
The Ksubi co-founder has taken the next step in his public romance with model-of-the-moment Bambi Northwood-Blyth, etching on his arm in blue: "Dan and Bambi."
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
'Huge' renaissance as one in five get tattoos
Original Source - New Zealand Herald
Almost one in five New Zealanders has a tattoo, according to a new poll. And very few of those tattooed have any regrets about getting it done.
A Herald-DigiPoll survey of 750 people has found 18.2 per cent of respondents have a tattoo. Slightly more females than males have tattoos.
Of those with tattoos, only 9.6 per cent said they regretted getting it done. Males were more likely to have regrets, at 12.3 per cent, than females at 7 per cent.
Almost one in five New Zealanders has a tattoo, according to a new poll. And very few of those tattooed have any regrets about getting it done.
A Herald-DigiPoll survey of 750 people has found 18.2 per cent of respondents have a tattoo. Slightly more females than males have tattoos.
Of those with tattoos, only 9.6 per cent said they regretted getting it done. Males were more likely to have regrets, at 12.3 per cent, than females at 7 per cent.
Legacy of WA Ink
Original Source - Perth Now
IT'S a time of the year that you see a lot of flesh. Probably a lot more than you want to. On the beaches, on the streets, in the shopping centres – it’s out there, on show.
The hot weather inspires us usually modest West Aussies to let it all hang out, often literally, for a few months.
Nothing new about that, but what is emerging at an escalating rate is the passion we now seem to have for ink – tattoo ink, to be precise.
IT'S a time of the year that you see a lot of flesh. Probably a lot more than you want to. On the beaches, on the streets, in the shopping centres – it’s out there, on show.
The hot weather inspires us usually modest West Aussies to let it all hang out, often literally, for a few months.
Nothing new about that, but what is emerging at an escalating rate is the passion we now seem to have for ink – tattoo ink, to be precise.
Tatt's life for inked up Todd Carney
Original Source - Herald Sun
THE mantra of Todd Carney's resurrection is now etched forever on the body he almost destroyed.
For many NRL players, body ink is a fashion statement. For Carney, it is a mission statement.
THE mantra of Todd Carney's resurrection is now etched forever on the body he almost destroyed.
For many NRL players, body ink is a fashion statement. For Carney, it is a mission statement.
Tattoo ban for drunks
Original Source - Adelaide Now
DRUNKS will be banned from getting tattoos and children barred from body piercing as part of a Government industry shake-up.
DRUNKS will be banned from getting tattoos and children barred from body piercing as part of a Government industry shake-up.
Monday, January 10, 2011
More Weekend: Inside dream spaces
Original Source - Bendigo Advertiser
Wes Harrison and Black Wren Tattoo Lounge
WANT to know something of the guy who’s about to commit you to ink? Take a look around his workspace... but be warned, the results could be cryptic.
Wes Harrison and Black Wren Tattoo Lounge
WANT to know something of the guy who’s about to commit you to ink? Take a look around his workspace... but be warned, the results could be cryptic.
Coast woman in pin-up final
Original Source - Gold Coast
IN REAL life, she's known as Charne Louise, but in front of the camera, she becomes Miss Lolita Star and steps back into the 1950s.
The 29-year-old is a finalist in the Miss Va VaVoom section of the Miss Pin Up Australia which will be held at the Surf 'N' Ink tattoo convention later this month.
IN REAL life, she's known as Charne Louise, but in front of the camera, she becomes Miss Lolita Star and steps back into the 1950s.
The 29-year-old is a finalist in the Miss Va VaVoom section of the Miss Pin Up Australia which will be held at the Surf 'N' Ink tattoo convention later this month.
William McInnes: tattoos for the taut
Original Source - Courier Mail
AT THE beach a couple of things become clear. Firstly, lots of us have had good Christmases, me included. Secondly, a vast number not only wear a bit of Christmas pud but also tattoos.
When I was a young fellow, tatts were something that indicated a certain type of person. Rough trade, bikies, would-be toughs or bad actors on Homicide had them. People from the other side of the tracks.
Obviously I haven't kept up with social trends. Tatts are everywhere in fact they're all over the tracks.
AT THE beach a couple of things become clear. Firstly, lots of us have had good Christmases, me included. Secondly, a vast number not only wear a bit of Christmas pud but also tattoos.
When I was a young fellow, tatts were something that indicated a certain type of person. Rough trade, bikies, would-be toughs or bad actors on Homicide had them. People from the other side of the tracks.
Obviously I haven't kept up with social trends. Tatts are everywhere in fact they're all over the tracks.
Saturday, January 8, 2011
Body Jewellery Trend Alert: Punk Rock Style!
Original Source - Going Dancing blog
The words body jewellery tend to conjure up images of piercings and rebellion, and it’s not a stretch to image an eyebrow ring as part of cutting edge punk style. So how is it that punk is now seen as a trend where body jewellery is concerned? It’s because these hard-edged pieces are moving on from the traditional facial piercings and moving into more traditional types of jewellery like earrings and bracelets, as well as nose rings and cartilage bars.
The words body jewellery tend to conjure up images of piercings and rebellion, and it’s not a stretch to image an eyebrow ring as part of cutting edge punk style. So how is it that punk is now seen as a trend where body jewellery is concerned? It’s because these hard-edged pieces are moving on from the traditional facial piercings and moving into more traditional types of jewellery like earrings and bracelets, as well as nose rings and cartilage bars.
Dacynta finds successes with dresses
Original Source - Courier Mail
DESIGNER Dacynta Urquhart is a 21-year-old self-made rock fashionista.
Not only did she open her own clothing store, Suburban Mayhem, in Ipswich six months ago, but she also designs and makes a line of clothes under the Pretzel Clothing label.
Her style is rockabilly swing dresses with a "psychobilly" twist.
DESIGNER Dacynta Urquhart is a 21-year-old self-made rock fashionista.
Not only did she open her own clothing store, Suburban Mayhem, in Ipswich six months ago, but she also designs and makes a line of clothes under the Pretzel Clothing label.
Her style is rockabilly swing dresses with a "psychobilly" twist.
Thursday, January 6, 2011
How-To: Lose Your Regrettable Tattoo
Original Source - BellaSugar
Rumours have been swirling that Eva Longoria is (wisely) lasering off all three of the tattoos she has related to soon-to-be ex-husband Tony Parker. It's hard enough ending a relationship, but when body art is also part of what's left, it can be particularly depressing. Heck, any ink you don't like anymore can leave you feeling embittered. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to wipe away pieces you no longer want.
Rumours have been swirling that Eva Longoria is (wisely) lasering off all three of the tattoos she has related to soon-to-be ex-husband Tony Parker. It's hard enough ending a relationship, but when body art is also part of what's left, it can be particularly depressing. Heck, any ink you don't like anymore can leave you feeling embittered. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to wipe away pieces you no longer want.
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Rites of Passage Tattoo Convention and Arts Festival
Original Source - LiveGuide
Dallas Frasca, Bomba, Tijuana Cartel, Snowdroppers, Spencer P Jones, Abby Dobson, Immigrant Union, Mihirangi, Abbie Cardwell, Rapskallion, Optamus, Kylie Sambo, The Peep Tempel @ Royal Exhibition Building
28 Jan 2011
Dallas Frasca, Bomba, Tijuana Cartel, Snowdroppers, Spencer P Jones, Abby Dobson, Immigrant Union, Mihirangi, Abbie Cardwell, Rapskallion, Optamus, Kylie Sambo, The Peep Tempel @ Royal Exhibition Building
28 Jan 2011
Hot Ink - The Mardi Gras Tattoo Party
Original Source - Time Out Sydney
Dozens of expert tattooists gather to judge Sydney's most extravagant and far out tattoo designs. The event also hosts various live bands and performers to keep the non-tattoo enthusiasts entertained.
Date Thu 3 Mar
Dozens of expert tattooists gather to judge Sydney's most extravagant and far out tattoo designs. The event also hosts various live bands and performers to keep the non-tattoo enthusiasts entertained.
Date Thu 3 Mar
Tattoo shows man's love of NZ
Original Source - Southland Times
John Birdsall, despite his obvious differences, is not an average traveller.
He is disabled, gets around in a motorised wheelchair and communicates through a typing device, but his lust for life and desire to meet and communicate with new and exciting people far outweighs any limitations his cerebral palsy imposes.
Yesterday, during his seventh New Zealand trip, the 32-year-old Englishman got a tattoo of a silver fern incorporating a koru on his back, to commemorate his love affair with Aotearoa.
John Birdsall, despite his obvious differences, is not an average traveller.
He is disabled, gets around in a motorised wheelchair and communicates through a typing device, but his lust for life and desire to meet and communicate with new and exciting people far outweighs any limitations his cerebral palsy imposes.
Yesterday, during his seventh New Zealand trip, the 32-year-old Englishman got a tattoo of a silver fern incorporating a koru on his back, to commemorate his love affair with Aotearoa.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
SURFn'ink Australia 2011 Tattoo Convention
Tattoos are armed and dangerous
Original Source - Central Western Daily
MEDICAL experts are urging people to think twice about getting tattoos after finding they can mask serious skin conditions, including cancer.The Australian Medical Association (AMA) said the increasing popularity of tattoos, particularly among young people, is becoming an emerging medical concern.
Monday, January 3, 2011
Bondi tattoo parlour fighting bikie slur
Original Source - The Daily Telegraph
THE owner of Bondi Ink tattoo parlour is furious his business has been linked to bikies in the Eastern Suburbs.
Coogee Ink, a tattoo parlour in the neighbouring suburb, was firebombed last week and is owned by Comanchero national president Daux Ngakuru and his right-hand man Mark Buddle.
Bondi Ink owner John Tadrosse said reports linking his parlour to the Comanchero and Coogee Ink are wrong.
A new-look Catherine McNeil bobs up
Original Source - Herald Sun
ONE party animal who seemed keen to begin the new year on a high was model Catherine McNeil.
Sunday, January 2, 2011
Coast with the most for body art
Original Source - Courier Mail
THE Gold Coast is inking itself a reputation as the tattoo capital of Queensland.
Organisers of this month's annual SURFn'ink Tattoo Festival at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre have asked for double the floor space after a record response from international and local artists.
Child piercing chill prompts shake-up
Original Source - Courier Mail
A SURGE in extreme piercing of children without their parents' knowledge has sparked a cry for urgent changes in the law.
Children as young as 11 are nudging towards body modification practices once reserved for hardcore punks.
There are no laws in Queensland outlawing the piercing of young children, except in genitals. Yet, tattooing, on anyone under 18 is illegal.
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