Press Release Barcelona Tatoo Expo 2013

Press Release Barcelona Tatoo Expo 2013
PRESS CONTACT: Esther Taboada e-mail: e.taboada@asterdc.com Tel. 650762302
www.barcelonatattooexpo.com

The tattoo culture comes back to Barcelona with some of the best artist in
the world
The XVI edition of the International Tattoo Convention in Barcelona will be held on
the 4th, 5th and 6th of October at Fira de Barcelona (Pavilion nº8, near by Plaza de
España)
Visitors will have the opportunity to get a tattoo done by more than 180 artists,
among the best in the world. Renowned guests this year will be the prestigious
master of traditional Japanese tattoo, Horitoshi I, and Jack Rudy, the Black&Greyʼs
inventor
Photography, Japanese calligraphy workshops, performances of Pin Ups,
Burlesque, Hakas, traditional Japanese martial arts exhibitions, Graffiti, Break,
Body Paint and much more will make for one of Europe's biggest urban art events.
The XVI International Tattoo Convention will be as intense and as strong as ever with
some of the best tattoo artists showing their creations and techniques. On the 4th, 5th and
6th of October, Barcelona transforms as it graciously hosts Europe's most prestigious
urban art and culture event. 'For those coming to FIRA BARCELONA, there will the
opportunity to meet and get tattoos done from some of the best and most cutting edge
artists on the international scene' says MIK GARRETA, the conventions director for the
past 18 years.
Among a list of remarkable artists, the conventions special guest, on his first visit to Spain,
is Horitoshi I, one of the most important artists in Japan. He will present his first book
about his life and work as a traditional artist and master of traditional Japanese tattoo. He
will also present the Traditional Japanese technique called “Tebori” as well. A seminar on
Japanese calligraphy, traditional Japanese martial arts exhibitions and Taiko concerts
(literally Big Drum) will complete the section dedicated to this rich culture.
Visitors who come to the Barcelona Tattoo Expo not only will be able to admire genuine
master pieces but also they will have the unique opportunity to get a tattoo done by some
of the best tattooist in the world. For instance, among the more than 180 artists coming
from 29 countries, some national and international relevant names are Jack Rudy
(U.S.A), Brent McCown (New Zealand), Norm (U.S.A), José López (U.S.A), Laura
Juan (Spain), Ching y Yang, from East Tattoo (Taiwan), Jota Esteban, from
Mao&Cathy (Spain) or Andrea Afferni (Italy).
During the convention, a great variety of activities inspired by the urban expressions and
Press Release Barcelona Tatoo Expo 2013
PRESS CONTACT: Esther Taboada e-mail: e.taboada@asterdc.com Tel. 650762302
www.barcelonatattooexpo.com
trends will be on going, to include house craft, fashion and accessories. Performances of
Pin Up, Burlesque, Hakas, Graffitti, Break, Body Paint, Hula workshops or daily tattoo
competitions will complete the artistic representations in the Tattoo Show. Furthermore,
photography will have a special place this year through exhibitions and a specific
workshop on Tattoo Photography. Finally, an area called “Zona Custum” dedicated to the
motor world will be one of the most visited spots.
With more than 13 000 visitors last year, the XVI edition of the Tattoo Convention will be
held in Fira Barcelona, a much larger and more central location. Organizers hope to
significantly increase the attendance and to continue to serve as 'the' reference event, not
only for the tattoo world but also for all the expressions and trends which are inspired by
the urban art culture. ”We are preparing what would be one of our more special editions”,
explains Mik Garreta.
BARCELONA INTERNATIONAL TATTOO EXPO 2013 (OFICIAL VIDEO):
http://vimeo.com/66063262#
TECHNICAL DATA:
Barcelona Tattoo Expo
International Tattoo Convention
When: From Friday the 4th to Sunday the 7th of October 2013
Timetable: From 12.00h to 24.00h on Friday and Saturday and from 12.00h to 22.00h on
Sunday
Cost: 15€ Friday ticket
18 € Saturday ticket
18 € Sunday ticket
40 €3 days bonus
There will be interesting discounts in tickets bought in advance
The tickets can be bought as well trough our Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/BarcelonaTattooExpo/app_172604052767988?ref=ts
Location: Fira Barcelona, Gran Vía Plaza España. Pabellón 8
Web: http://www.barcelonatattooconvention.com
PRESS CREDENTIALS, HD PHOTOS AND MORE INFORMATION:
e.taboada@asterdc.com
M: +34 650 762 302
www.barcelonatattooconvention.com