ABOUT THE
TATTOO CONVENTIONS
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OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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Nation's Top Tattoo Artists
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Get Tattooed at the Show
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Body Piercings
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Sideshow Performances
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Burlesque Performances
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Industry Magazine and Media Coverage
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Tattoo seminars
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Unique Vendors
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Pin-Up Contest
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Kids Coloring Contest
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Human Suspension
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Original Artwork
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Art Fusions

Tattoo Contest
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​Tattoo Of The Day (all 3 days)
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Color & Black and Gray
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-Saturday-
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Small Black & Gray
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Medium Black & Gray
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Large Black & Gray
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Small Color
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Medium Color
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Large Color
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Worst Tattoo
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Geometric

-Sunday-
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Best Sleeve Arm / Leg
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Chest Piece
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Back Piece
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Color Realism
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Black & Gray Portrait
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American Traditional
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New School
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Cover up
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Wildlife Color
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Wildlife Black & Gray
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Best of show ( All 6, 1st place winners of Tattoo of the day must be present to enter)
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There will be a $10.00 fee to enter any contest, with the exception of tattoo of the day. 1st-3rd place will be awarded for all categories.
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Admission:
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$20/Single Day
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$35/Two Days
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$40/Weekend (all 3 days)
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Hours:
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Friday: 2pm-10pm
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Saturday: 12pm-11pm
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Sunday: 12pm-7pm
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Offering around 100 Artists,
20 Vendors, Live Tattooing, Burlesque, Tattoo Contests,
Art Fusions, Side Shows
and much more!
SHOW GUIDELINES
This is a clean, safe, family oriented tattoo convention. You’ll have fun and be able to see the best tattooers & piercers from all over the country. We provide a well ventilated & secured venue along with entertainment & you bring your great attitude, friends & energy!
• NO OUTSIDE FOOD
• NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL
• NO PETS
• NO DRUGS & DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
• NO MARKERS/SPRAY PAINT
EVERYONE IS SUBJECT TO SEARCH
Please read the list of what is not allowed into the event. If there’s something missing from the list that you have a question, please e-mail us directly at info@LivingArtsEXPO.com
ALREADY HAVE AN APPOINTMENT
We recommend arriving early to purchase your ticket to ensure that you can get into the show on time. This also allows you time to find your artist, grab a drink, and some time to walk around see the rest of the show.
TATTOO CONTESTS
AGE CONCERNS
ON ADMISSION: There is NO RESTRICTION on admission as far as age is concerned. Children under 12 will be admitted free of charge with an accompanied paid adult. Children always have a great time at our shows but please be advised that some things may not be suitable for all in attendance.
ON TATTOOING:
You must be at least 18 years old with a photo ID to be tattoo at our events.
ON PIERCING:
Local law allows anyone over the age of 16 to get pierced with written parental consent
How do I get tattooed or pierced at the convention?
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Attend the show, check out artist portfolios and speak with an artist in person. It's possible to get tattooed on the spot!
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Follow the links to check out some of the work from the attending artists. You can also find artists on Facebook and Instagram to set up an appointment.
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TICKET INFO
1,2 or 3 DAY-TICKET: Proceed to the main entrance area and submit your online voucher or you can pay at the door. If you need to leave the event/venue for whatever reason please make sure to leave your wrist band on in order to be let back in.
(CUT OR ALTERED WRISTBANDS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE)
All Ticket Sales are final. There will be no refunds issued.
All Ticket Sales are Made in U.S. Dollar $.
Company Info
Living Arts EXPO
c/o Ambition Tattoo
2001 N Broadway St
Suite B
Knoxville, TN 37917
Contact Info
865-208-1623
Mon-Fri (9am to 6pm EST)