‘It opens up doors and minds’: inside Sydney’s tattoo convention
While some of the event’s 5,000 attenders arrive sporting full bodysuits and ready to compete, others are gearing up for their first tattoo At the Sydney tattoo convention, the city’s historic town hall fills with the buzz of tattoo machines, the comforting aroma of hospital-grade sanitiser and the timeless tunes of Linkin Park. Convention founder and managing director of Thirteen Feet Tattoo…
The Sydney Tattoo Convention has taken over the city's historic town hall, providing a unique platform for tattoo enthusiasts and professionals alike. With over 5,000 attendees, the event has proven to be a resounding success, transforming previously skeptical council members into enthusiastic supporters of the tattooing industry.
The convention, founded by Katie Bailey, showcases the best of tattoo artistry and culture, fostering connections and sparking interest among both seasoned tattoo artists and those who are just beginning to explore the world of body art.
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