SOUTHERN COMFORT PRODUCTIONS IS PROUD TO PRESENT
TATTOO VOODOO 2006
CONVENTION SAVVY
FIRST , a word to the wise, we've attended a bunch o'
conventions and even
put some on, so for those of you who are not convention savvy here are some
tips: 1. If you can , call ahead for discount passes, most conventions have
cheaper prices for pre bought passes.
Also, if applicable ask for a convention room rate from the hotel and try to
book in as far in advance as possible. Get that hotel room ASAP, you want to
get in there on the thursday usually, that way your all settled for friday
and into that social groove thing. Also, do a convention outside your city
and area, as a tattoo vacation. If you look into it, there are conventions
in a lot of interesting cities.
2. If you want to get work done by an artist, particularly a popular one,
then try to book time ahead with them, you may get there only to discover
that the artist is booked from day one. You can also buzz websites for a
listing of artists, or call the infoline for a brochure to see who is
working the show.
3. Merchandising makes money, but at the last hour of the last day you will
find T-shirt and other prices mysteriously go on sale , so you could save
some bucks, however you could screw yourself out of a hot t-shirt too.
4. Some of the artists work hard on their artwork and flash, so be careful
when taking photographs that you do not give the impression that you are
taking pictures of flash or custom artwork. Also , if you have artwork that
you want to show around yourself , and if you don't have a booth, have the
decency to let the promoters know upfront and inquire as to what
arrangements you have to sell or trade your flash/machines what have you on
their floor. REFRAIN FROM PLACING BEVERAGES ON ANY TABLES WITH ARTWORK, EGAD
MAN the life you ruin may be your own !!!
5. Don't be whimsical , whether your getting a tattoo or buying a book don't
judge either by the cover. Just because they're at a convention it does not
mean they know what they are doing, as always , check out the portfolios
first and foremost.
6. Don't run around like a giddy kid , or interrupt working artists for a
photo, just ask politely when they have a free moment , often enough you can
get photos in the lounge/ bar later, and god forbid, don't be dumb enough to
touch or hug a working artist, he/she needs a steady hand!! Most of all get
out there and support your artists , you don't have to get tattooed, and if
you are interested in learning more about the art, conventions have a wealth
of information and collectables. See you out there !!!!
LAST YEAR'S WINNERS!
JYNX WON 2ND PLACE IN THE BLACK AND GRAY FLASH COMPETITION
CHRIS BLACK WON 2ND PLACE FOR MOST UNIQUE TATTOO
HENRI WON BEST BLACK AND GRAY TATTOO
AND
2ND PLACE FOR BEST TRIBAL
JYNX AND CHRIS PARTICIPATING IN THE ART FUSION PROJECT
ART FUSION PROJECTS
CHRIS AND JYNX
THIS WILL BE OUR 13TH ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARTY, FEATURING OVER 60
FAMOUS ARTISTS AND VENDORS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD!!!!
