Feel free to post this flyer everywhere! Spread the word about Tattoo Hollywood 2010!

Tattoo Hollywood and Known Gallery are also hosting a once in a lifetime opportunity to view works by Kaname Ozuma and Horiyoshi III, appropriately titled:  Irezumi Bijin .

Tattoo Hollywood has organized a very special sneak preview of these legendary artists at the convention, in case you’re not able to stay in town to go to the opening on August 26th. This is something that you do not want to miss!

Sneak Preview: Tattoo Hollywood Sneak Preview: August 20th – August 22nd, 2010.

The Grand BallRoom
Renaissance Hollywood Hotel
1755 N. Highland Ave.
Hollywood, CA 90028

When:
Opening Reception: Thursday August 26th, 2010 | 8pm-11pm
Show Runs: August 26th – September 18th

Where:
Known Gallery
441 North Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036

About the artists:

Kaname Ozuma

Born in Niigata, Japan in 1939, Ozuma Kaname began studying traditional Japanese painting under his uncle, artist Sakai Soushi, from a young age. Moving to Tokyo at the age of 18, he trained as an art dealer while working at a printing company. Afterwards, he moved on to the publishing industry where he illustrated tattoos. The majority of his work continues to be tattoo-related along with other traditional Japanese themes; and often serves as a source of inspiration for master tattooist Horiyoshi III, whose clients in turn, are often depicted in Ozuma’s paintings.

Horiyoshi III

Born Yoshihito Nakano in 1946, Horiyoshi III is the second tattooist to be bestowed the honorific title—the tattooist affixation “Hori” means engrave—in a line started by his master, the legendary tattoo artist Yoshitsugu Muramatsu, or Shodai Horiyoshi of Yokohama (Muramatsu went on to dub his son Horiyoshi II, and later Nakano was named Horiyoshi III).
His images are classical Japanese woodblock print motifs such as the phoenix, dragon, snakes, tigers, samurai warriors, Buddhist gods to name a few as well as background images of waves, clouds and various flowers. Among Horiyoshi III’s published works are 36 Ghosts, 108 Heroes of the Suikoden, 100 Demons, and The Namakubi (severed heads), 100 Dragons and 58 Warriors. Horiyoshi?s artistic genius and generosity of spirit have had a defining impact on the world of tattooing, taking it to new levels in this new century.

Tattoo Hollywood & Known Gallery are proud to present new works by BOB ROBERTS and BERT KRAK | LADIES WELCOME

We will also celebrate the opening of Tattoo Hollywood with the release party for Bob Roberts’s first book ever titled “In A World of Compromise…I Don’t”

About the book release:
Tattoo Hollywood Opening Party & Book Release: Thursday, August 19th, 2010 | 8-11pm
We will be selling 100 signed copies at $300.00 plus tax
Pre-order at: info@knowngallery.com

When:
Opening reception: Saturday, July 31st, 2010 | 8-11pm
Tattoo Hollywood Opening Party & Book Release: Thursday, August 19th, 2010 | 8-11pm
Show runs: July 31st – August 19th, 2010

Where:
Known Gallery
441 North Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036

About the artists:

Bob Roberts
The man, the myth, the legend: Bob Roberts. Few people have had the impact on tattooing that Bob Roberts has. His sheer artistic genius is sublime, and his biography reads the same way. For over thirty years he has been part of the vanguard of talented tattoo artists who, unbeknownst to them at the time, have pushed tattooing from a craft to an art form.

The list of artists Bob has worked alongside reads like a star-studded who’s who of the tattoo artist hall of fame, of which Bob would no doubt be a member if such a thing existed. He apprenticed with Colonel Todd and Bob Shaw at the infamous Pike and then worked alongside Cliff Raven, Greg Irons, Paul Rogers, Jack Rudy and Don Ed Hardy. His own shop, Spotlight Tattoo, continues to house a roster of talented artists bent on following in Bob’s footsteps.

Bob’s creative genius is not limited to tattooing and painting, he is also an accomplished musician. His musical career reads much the same as his tattoo resume. Bob has played with Ruben and the Jets, Hot Tuna, The Offs, New York Dolls, Johnny Thunders, to name a few. His life has been “rock and roll” as well; Frisco, New York, LA, Europe, Japan, Bob has done the world tour. He’s also ridden across most of the United States on a Harley, and he’s “ridden it like he stole it.” That is how Bob lives his life, and his artwork reflects it.

But the thing that stands out the most to me about Bob is his persona. Ungovernable, fiercely independent, Bob does not compromise…. He does it HIS way. And thankfully for us, Bob Roberts has forever changed tattooing for the better.

-Takahiro “Taki” Kitamura
State of Grace
June 2010

Bert Krak

Loyal husband, father of four, expert tattooer, fine artist , business man, genius. Was born July 12th,1977 in Hollywood, FL. Met his wife in 95. Had his first son in 96. Started tattooing and painting around the year 2000. Currently owns and operates Top Shelf Tattooing in Queens, NY and Smith Street Tattoo Parlour in Brooklyn, NY. Specializes in electric walk up style laser proof tattooing that look like they were drawn and applied by a man.

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Hey everyone! Tattoo Hollywood is coming up in just over a month. We’ve got a great list of artists again this year and I’m trying my best not to spill the beans on our show opening event at Known Gallery on August 19th. It is not to be missed!

I apologize if things have been a little quiet on the website as I’ve been overseas interviewing tattooers from Australia, New Zealand and Japan. Over the next week the “Attending Artists” page should finally be updated. I’ve been really busy filming and editing video that I haven’t had a chance to keep it updated.

I’ve also had a major drive failure so if you sent an email and haven’t heard back, please send me another email as I’m still rebuilding all the data that I lost.

Check back later in the week for more updates!

Rachel

I sent out a “Save the Date” email for 2010 to our artists email list.

This email serves as a “Save the Date” reminder for the 2010 Tattoo Hollywood Convention in beautiful Hollywood, California, USA!

Due to the overwhelming positive response on the venue, I’ll be hosting the convention again at the Grand Ballroom in the Hollywood Renaissance Hotel in Hollywood, Ca on the corner of Hollywood and Highland.

The dates for 2010 are Friday August 20th until Sunday August 22nd with an opening party being held Thursday the 19th at Known Gallery (441 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles CA). The opening party details will be announced in February once I’ve confirmed everything is on track but it’s an event that should not be missed!

I expect to have the website updated by the end of February and I’ll open registration then.

I hope to se everyone back again and hopefully some new faces who weren’t able to come due to the short notice of last years convention.

Thank you again to those of you who attended in 2009 and made the event such a success! If you have any questions or need any more information, please let me know and I’ll be happy to answer whatever I can.

You can also check out last years photos here: http://www.BMEzine.com/tattoo/convent/hollywood001.html

Rachel

tattoohollywood@gmail.com

TattooHollywood.com

I apologize if anyone got this email more than once! I’ll be updating the website to reflect all the information for 2010 as well as archiving the info on the page for the 2009 convention. Check back in February for all the info you’ll need as well as new registration forms.

We’ve got our dates for 2010. They’re August 20-22nd! We’ll be hosting the convention at the same venue as last year due to the overwhelming support from the community and all the fun we had last year! Don’t miss out on what Tattoo Magazine called one of the best conventions in the US!

We’ll be updating the website shortly so check back or email us at tattoohollywood@gmail.com to get on the mailing list!

It’s getting closer! We’re just a few days away from the best convention that Hollywood has seen in years! Check out the attending artist lists for one of the most amazing line ups of artists from around the world!

There are over 30 contests featuring Tattoo Machines from Lucky Supply for Tattoo of the Day, as well as trophies for the artists.

We have a seminar by featuring the incredibly talented Shawn Barber as well as more seminars to be announced soon.

Please book your hotel room as soon as possible. Staying at the Hollywood Renaissance Hotel is well worth it. You’ll be able to attend all of the VIP events, mingle with artists and be right in the middle of Hollywood on what will be the premiere Tattoo Convention that Hollywood has ever seen!

Don’t forget Tattoo Hollywood’s opening party which is located at CanvasLA which will be the opening show for Bob Robert’s Solo Show titled Alive: The Chosen Views of Bob Roberts. This art show is not to be missed!

Tickets will be available for sale at the door beginning Friday August 21st at 2pm. Tickets are $20/day, $40/Weekend or $100/VIP Weekend Pass.

If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us!

Your cries have been heard! 2009 will be the year that finally sees the entertainment capitol of the world host its first fully dedicated body art extravaganza. Never before has the demand been so great, and Tattoo Hollywood, a convention to be held in the 25,000 square foot Grand Ballroom at The Renaissance Hollywood Hotel on August 21, 22 and 23 will be there to meet and exceed that demand with a flair and style never before imagined. Hosting over 10,000 paid attendees, and featuring the best artists from the Los Angeles area and superstars of the tattoo and body modification industries from across the globe, Tattoo Hollywood will redefine the concept of the body art convention.

Check back often for news and updates. We’ll be adding to the list of attending artists, vendors, entertainment, contests and seminars.

If you have any questions or comments, please contact us.