From intricate full-body inkings to tattoo fans with their whole backs adorned with huge designs – tattoo lovers from far and wide have visited the conventions
TATTOO lovers have been showing off their impressive inkings at annual conventions in LA and Russia this weekend.
This year marks the sixth Siberian Tattoo Festival in Novosibirsk, Russia, while stateside tattoo fanatics have been celebrating all things body-art at the LA Tattoo Convention in Long Beach, California.
From intricate full-body inkings to tattoo fans with their whole backs adorned with huge designs – tattoo lovers from far and wide have visited the conventions to get new tatts and admire the work of others.
According to World Tattoo Events, the Los Angeles Tattoo Convention aims to “elevate, increase and deepen the passion for the art of tattooing.”
The site adds: “Our desire is for tattooing to continue to thrive as a community.”
Here are some of the most eye-catching tattoos snapped at the events.
The thigh’s the limit
That must be a pain in the neck…
Coming up roses
Tum-thing interesting
Super stuff
A big job
Chest amazing
Back for more?
The devil is in the detail
Eye-catching colour
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