Tattoo Conventions

 My Way of Working and What to Expect

Each year I travel to different tattoo conventions across the world to meet clients, share ideas, and bring some of my newest projects to life. For me, conventions aren’t just about competition or awards — they’re about connecting with people who share a real passion for art, mechanics, and realism.

Over the years I’ve worked in cities like Brussels, London, Amsterdam, Warsaw, Belfast, Calgary, and Marmaris, and more recently I’ve expanded to the United States, attending events such as the Golden State Tattoo Convention in Los Angeles and guesting at MD Tattoo Studio in Thousand Oaks. Every place has its own atmosphere, but one thing is always the same: I bring the same focus, preparation, and energy I have in my studio.

My Convention Setup

When I work at a convention, I approach it with the same precision as any large-scale studio project. Most of the pieces I create are realism or biomechanical tattoos, often based on 3D concepts that I build in dedicated software before the event. The design process starts a few weeks beforehand, once a client secures their spot.

During the convention, I work in back-to-back sessions, meaning we complete large pieces over consecutive days. This method allows for better flow, consistent healing, and a level of detail that’s hard to achieve when sessions are spaced months apart. Many of my international clients fly in specifically for this — one of my favourite examples is a project with a client from Canada, where we completed a full sleeve and chest in one trip.

How to Book a Convention Tattoo

Booking for conventions works the same way as in the studio. To reserve your space, a design fee is required — this covers the preparation and confirms your session time. The full design process takes place close to the appointment date to keep the concept fresh.

If you’d like to book a tattoo with me at an upcoming convention, you can visit the booking page to fill out a short consultation form. It covers everything from design ideas and placement to travel plans, so I can prepare properly before we meet.

Once your spot is confirmed, I’ll contact you to arrange a call or message exchange to discuss your ideas in more depth. Before the convention, I’ll prepare the 3D concept so that we can finalise the artwork together on the first day.

Why Tattoo Conventions Matter

Tattoo conventions are an incredible experience — not just for artists, but also for clients. You get to see live art, meet creators from all over the world, and be part of a community that keeps evolving every year. For me, it’s also a chance to test new tools and inks from my sponsors: Killer Ink Tattoo, Emalla Official, Tattoo Mousse, and Tattoo Now — brands I trust to deliver professional results and reliable healing.

Where to Find Me Next

I’ll be adding a full list of upcoming conventions and guest spots in another post soon — including events across Europe, the UK, and the USA. Keep an eye on my blog section for updates and new travel dates.

If you’re planning to attend one of these events and want to start your own project with me, reach out early. Convention schedules fill up fast, and I like to give each client enough time to create something that fits them perfectly.

Tattoo conventions attended

Manchester international 2012, 2013,
Tattoo Freeze – Telford 2012.2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Ink and Iron – Birmingham 2013
Htb Halloween Bash – Cardiff 2013, 2019
Tattoo Jam - Doncaster, UK 2013, 2014,
Amsterdam tattoo Convention -Amsterdam, Netherland 2014
Titanic Tattoo Convention - Belfast, Ireland 2014
Shefield Tattoo Convention- Shefield, UK 2014
Tatcon - Blackpoo UK co-founded and organised by me 2014, 2015,2015,2016
Croydon Tattoo Convention- Croydon, UK 2015
Liverpool Tattoo Convention- Liverpool, UK 2015,2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Maiden Ink- Derry, Ireland
Cambridge Tattoo Convention- Cambridge, UK 2016
international Nottingham tattoo Convention- Notthingham, UK 2016
The Great British Show- London, UK 2016
Tattoo Art expo- Cork, Ireland 2017
Gdansk Tattoo Konwent- Gdansk, Poland 2017
Warsaw Tattoo Convention- Warsaw, Poland 2017
Wrexham Tattoo Show- Wrexham, UK 2017, 2018
Oporto Tattoo- Oporto, Portugal 2019
II Zamoski konwent Tattoo- Zamosc, Poland 2019
Marmaris Tattoo Festival- Marmaris, Turkey 2022

UKTTA Tattoo Convention- Birmingham 2023

The Big London Tattoo Show- London 2022, 2023

Brussels Tattoo Convention- Brussel, Belgium 2019, 2023

Ink And Engines Fest- Norfolk, UK 2024

The Docks Tattoo Expo- Liverpool, UK 2024, 2025

Paradise Tattoo Gathering- Hancock, USA 2024

Tea Party – Manchester, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2022, 2023, 2025

Locked-up Shrewsbury Prison- Shrewsbury, UK 2025

Icons and Prodigies- Venice, Italy 2025

Empire State Tattoo Expo- New York, USA 2025

Golden State Tattoo Expo- California, USA 2025

Calgary Tattoo & Arts Festival- Calgary, Canada 2024, 2025

Longhorn State Tattoo Expo- Dallas, USA 2025

All Starts Tattoo Convention- Miami, USA 2025