This weekend an unmissable appointment with the “Catania Tattoo Convention”.
“Catania Tattoo Convention”, a full immersion in the world of tattooing
The fifth edition, which will take place on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th November atIce Club (Eg ice rink) located at Viale Kennedy 8, it promises to be a true full immersion in the world of tattoo in which the most important internationally known tattoo artists will participate.
But “Catania Tattoo Convention” it will also be an interesting opportunity to discover stands with tattoo supplies, books, clothing, exhibitions, seminars, contests and lots of high-level music with an exceptional super performer.
And therefore it will be a unique opportunity to meet and share the passion for tattoos together.
“Catania Tattoo Convention”, tattoo artists from all over the world
The fifth edition will also see the presence of many tattoo artists arriving not only from Italy, but also from all over the world for the occasion. From the Bel Paese to then move on to the United States and up to Japan... there are many tattoo artists (more than 150) who will be attending the convention. Among the many famous names there are also the Italians Stizzo and Samuele Briganti. There will also be the prestigious tattoo academy, the Legacy Tattoo Academy, with its own stand. Those who participate will also have the opportunity to get tattooed by great tattoo artists.
“Catania Tattoo Convention”, the seminars
There will also be seminars over the two days. On November 11th it will be Stizzo's turn, who will talk about the tattoo technique and approach to drawing. On Sunday 12th, however, it will be the turn of Pepe who will talk about "Dotwork ornamental" and Samuele Ventura, who will instead illustrate the "Chicano black and gray" to those present.
Legendary music with Glen Matlock
There will be space for music with Glen Matlock. The musician is among the founders, in 1976, of sexpistols, who will leave the band to be replaced by Sid Vicious. An immense artist, Matlock has collaborated over the years with the greatest figures in the world rock scene, including Iggy Pop and Blondie (just to name a few). He will be present at the convention with his solo project “Consequences Coming” on Saturday 11th. But not only that. In fact, there will be many bands that will perform live with their amazing performances.
the contest
On Sunday 12th there will also be the second edition of custom contest: many customized motorbikes will compete and will be judged by an exceptional jury made up of the greatest customizers and tattoo connoisseurs, who will evaluate and reward the most extraordinary motorbikes. It's about Michelangelo of Wildwheels, Pepe Lazzara of Los Sicanos, Nicola Grasso of OFB, Alessandro Scuto of CTC e Marco Frino of LowRide Magazine.
