Event: Over 160 artists to showcase work at 2023 Hong Kong China Int’l Tattoo Exhibition this weekend
Hong Kong Free Press
The annual Hong Kong China International Tattoo Exhibition is returning to Wan Chai’s exhibition centre after a four-year hiatus.
Ink-lovers will be able to learn about the history and development of the practice whilst mingling with their favourite tattoo masters, whilst artists will be able to exchange and showcase their expertise.
Over 160 tattoo artists will be gathering from China, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, Poland, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia, France, United Kingdom, Spain, Malaysia and more.
Organisers say the event will “give tattoo artists and enthusiasts an opportunity to connect, converse and exchange ideas.”
“The much-anticipated Tattoo Competition is the best opportunity for tattoo artists around the world to showcase their work. The competition is divided into three categories: black and white, colour and schoolwork. While tattoo artists compete for the highest honour in the industry, spectators will get the chance to appreciate the art and craft up-close and know more about the various styles and techniques used in body inking.”
“Zooming back to the local art talents, this year’s tattoo exhibition will bring the “Off Skin” art exhibition to the venue, alongside local individual artists Issac Ng and Jimmy Wong. Curated by Young Soy Gallery featuring the works of ten tattoo artists., “Off Skin” exhibits tattoo artworks created on various mediums such as canvas, acrylic, paper, and ceramics, expressing the boundless possibility of tattoo art beyond the human body.”
Selected participating artists and tattooists include:
- Davee Blows @ Davee Blows Tattoo, Poland
- Sajin @ Hybrid Ink, Korea
- Sousyu Hayashi @ Sousyu Hayashi Tattoo, Japan
- Horiyoshi3 Souryou @ Horiyoshi3 Tattoo Shop, Japan
- Bez @ Triplesix Studio, United Kingdom
- Sabado @ Sabado Crazy Tattooing, Japan
- Horimasa @ Tokyo Ink, Japan
- Ding Bao @ Tianjin Ding Bao Tattoo, China
- Uigu Lee @ Zumiism, Korean
- Tofi @ Ink Ognito Tattoo, Poland
- Olga Caca @ Olgacaca Studio, Indonesia
- Kinky Ryusaki @ Kinky Ryusaki Tattooo, Malaysia
Ticketing information:
- Fri 25 – Sat 26: 10am – 9pm
- Sun 27: 9am – 7pm
- Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hall 5G Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai.
- Single day tickets: HK$200 via Ticketflap.
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