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@WeRnDoG - I don't know to much about the NZ studios/artists (I know a couple but researching the rest now) but if there are any highlights people should know about and feel like sharing, please by all means do so :)

This looks EPIC. And its only the start of the year!! Not only is the artist line up already looking like a collectors (or tattoers' alike!) wet dream, the location for the festival looks like paradise. Disclaimer - I have in no way, shape or form been paid for this lol. (Look at the photos and you'll completely understand what I mean and why I pointed it out ;) )... (in saying that if they want to pay me I would let them) From the website NZ Tattoo & Art Festival "Welcome to the NZ Tattoo & Art Festival website. November 2012, New Plymouth will again play host to the New Zealand Tattoo & Art Festival, which has proven to be the biggest and boldest of its kind in New Zealand. The New Zealand Tattoo & Art Festival, promoted by Oni Events will showcase some of the top international and local tattoo artists and expose the public to the history, art and culture of tattooing. Along with tattooing, the festival will feature live music, burlesque, art exhibitions, tattoo competitions, graffiti art displays and more." *ARTISTS* (some of, so far) Nikko Hurtado (USA) Dan Smith (USA) Nikole Lowe (UK) @chad koeplinger (USA) Steve Byrne (USA) Sabado (JPN) Chicago Tattoo Co. (USA) @mario desa @Nick Colella Eric Gillespie Horimasa (JPN) Black Throne Tattoo (AUS) - Rachi Brains - Clint Steele - Alison Manners Horishin (JPN) Horiken (JPN) David Cavalcante (USA) Chopstick Tattoo (JPN) - Hori Benny - Wataru Sacred Tattoo (NZ) - Dean Sacred - Dan Andersen - Hamish McLauchlan - Capilli Tupou - Mark Tumaru Green Lotus Tattoo (AUS) Korpus Tattoo (AUS) Simon Erl (UK) Third Eye Tattoo (AUS) Chapel Tattoo (AUS) 5 Star tattoo (AUS) Westside Tattoo (AUS) Dynamic Tattoo (AUS) True Love Tattoo (AUS) [MENTION=2486]lukemuller[/MENTION] And a whooooooooooooooole lot of others. With more to be added I can pretty much guarantee. I'll update when more information goes up but for now here is the important info: What: The NZ Tattoo & Arts Festival Where: New Plymouth, New Zealand When: 24th & 25th of November 2012 Artists: A shit load! NZ Tattoo & Art Festival Cost: I have no idea. Will update when it goes live.

*ARTIST UPDATE* There are a number of new artists added to this already solid line up, so I won't go through them all but you can always check out the full list here: sydney - Tattoo Expo But here are some: Dean Sacred (NZ) Greg Christian (USA) Guy Rubicon (Belgium) Luke Muller (AUS) Mitch Love (AUS) I could have sworn I saw that a certain 'Gypsy Gentleman' was attending? However, that no longer seems to be the case :( IT'S NEXT MONTH PEOPLE! So if your in Sin City, don't miss it!!!

@jade1955 vs. @Jade1959 - this is going to be EPIC. lol ;) Good luck to everyone this month!

It's early, but I have a feeling this will be "Duffs' Quote Of The Week". Gold.

I feels ya ;) I went back to studying last year, and it almost killed me! HOWEVER, saving for a Lina Stigsson piece is probably one of the best reasons to eat even MORE instant noodles (they dont always have to be Ramen lol) Oh, and I know the piece of flash your talking bout - excellent choice :cool:

This photo is of Henry Riedel Jahn from NYC, in Germany, 1965

@ChrisvK - You lucky... ;) seriously though, make sure you get that piggy bank loaded and get down to Admiraal Tattoo asap... and then share photos lol. ADMIRAAL TATTOO AMSTERDAM and Linas' personal site Lina Stigsson

Damn, you have been busy! I've got other questions but I'll take it to PM so as not to jack the thread ;) And since it has already slightly been jacked, I'll post this: Unfortunately its not Flash, but its an awesome super rad dragon tattooed by Matt Cunnington Westside Tattoo - Professional Services - Brisbane, Australia | Facebook

Haha, was just about to post the same thing :cool:

400th post, figured I should make it a good one ;) By Mr Bailey Hunter Robinson. I can't stop looking at the flower in her hair Copper Beehive – Tattooing by Bailey Hunter Robinson And of course, I had to drop some Japanese stuff in here. I've recently discovered this artists work, and I'm really enjoying checking it all out Hori-ai ŽhÂu’¤‚*‚¢v“ú–{“`“ŽhÂ/ƒ^ƒgƒD[uVh ‰‘ã ’¤‚*‚¢v Horihito ŽhÂŽt ‰‘ã’¤‚Ð‚Æ | ƒ^ƒgƒD[ƒXƒ^ƒWƒIuTATTOO STUDIO BAKUv (Hope this is the right link) Not a back piece but figured I could chuck it in here and I doubt anyone will mind By Horimasa

@gougetheeyes - "I'm not sure and correct me if I'm wrong, but... I think I see... a nipple" :p haha (Seinfeld - 'The Pick')

@CaptCanada & @Reyeslv - cheers guys :) Its interesting that most people have very different stories about what the worst part of their back was? Some say kidneys, some say the trap stamp are and then usually the butt always come into it haha. Really, there is only one way for me to find out... and the plan is to start that this year ;)

@kylegrey - I didn't actually know you where a kiwi! How long have you been in London for now? haha 'Carlito's Way' is one of my favourite movies, so the second I read it I had Al Pacinos' voice in my head

Sure you can. We're all friends here ;) (just a joke, fully appreciate any confidentiality agreements that I'm sure would have been signed... but does giving us hints violate anything? haha)

@Reyeslv - Serious? (in regards to your back) That gives me some hope... or do you just have some crazy pain threshold?

He sure as hell didn't want either of those last time something like this happened...

@Aussie Tom - Pretty sure Kyle was just having a dig haha ;) (I'm going to look like a real idiot if there is actually some deep seated hatred... I mean, we do beat you guys pretty regularly at... well, everything lol. *Duffa takes cover from any possible projectiles thrown his way by any of the many english men & women on here*)

@Jade1959 - my pleasure :) Yes, your significant other had mentioned that you missed out on an appointment with Lina - spewing!. If it helps, I missed out on getting something while she was out here last... at least England to Amsterdam isn't to far ;)

@JAllen - Gold.

Quote of the week. ;)

Hiro is the man. I'm pretty interested in finding out the back story to this so I'll ask and share any findings ;) One thing to remember though (especially in this instance) that in Japan the swastika doesn't have the same negative connotations that it does in the west, so the above tattoo is probably just for luck and not to incite anyone. Either way, I sure as hell intend to find out lol

@Jade1959 - that is simply beautiful. perfect. I can't decide between Mr Noble & Lina Stigsson for my lady head, both are too damn good! Someone who is also to damn good is that man of yours getting you such a kick ass present!!!

@kylegrey - your a goodman Kyle ;) I know it would have been difficult for you, so if you need anything, it shall be done. (And I do mean anything... lol)