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Tattoo Heritage
tattoo community events, mentions, and love for all things about tattoo heritage


Circus Leo
Circus Leo was a name that many knew across the country. Leo worked 23 seasons in the Circus before settling in Vancouver. This post offers a sample of his profile in the Canadian Electric Tattoo Scene Book.
ned burwell
6 days ago2 min read


32 Iconic Tattoo studios from around the world! Must-See shop every enthusiast should visit!
Spotlighting tattoo studios that are worth a visit for tattoo collectors. From NYC to Montreal, to Bangkok to Paris, these studio are known by many to make a pilgrimage to visit them. Weather it be for a new tattoo, to pay respects or simply to visit a innovative tattoo studio.

milena fusco
May 1911 min read


NIX Toronto Tattoo Show 2026: One of Canada's largest tattoo events returns for it's 26th edition
One of the biggest tattoo conventions in Canada and internationally, the Toronto Tattoo show is back for tis 26th edition at the Metro Toronto Convention Center! Exceptional tattooing, deep rooted traditions and respect for tattoo culture, and loads of entertainment make this show one of the greats in the world of tattoo shows!

Rylan James
May 143 min read


TATTOO HISTORY EXHIBIT BY NED BURWELL at the Toronto Tattoo Show / NIX 2026
heck out a cool visual exhibit on Canadian Tattoo History by Ned Burwell at the Toronto Tattoo Show / NIX 2026. You can catch it during the 26th NIX event from May 1st to 3rd at the MTCC in Downtown Toronto! From its early roots, where tattoos were often associated with maritime culture and the military, to the contemporary era where body art is embraced as a form of personal expression and artistry, the Canadian tattoo landscape has undergone significant transformations.

Edna Sanchez
Apr 32 min read


THE DEAD THINGS XII ART SHOW: Celebrating 12 years of the Tattoo Art Charity Auction Dead Things | presented on location at the Toronto Tattoo Show / NIX 2026!
Celebrating 12 years of the Tattoo Art Charity Auction Dead Things | presented on location at the Toronto Tattoo Show / NIX 2026!

Edna Sanchez
Mar 312 min read


19 BEST TATTOO PODCASTS: Here are the most popular among tattoo artists and tattoo lovers
We've compiled a list of favorite tattoo podcasts suggested by tattoo artists and clients alike.
Many provide insights into the day to day for both tattoo artists and enthusiasts, including industry interviews, cultural discussions, current tattoo news,

Edna Sanchez
Mar 214 min read


We love You Toronto! The Epic 26th edition of NIX / the Toronto Tattoo Show is coming this Spring 2026 to Downtown Toronto at the MTCC |
The Epic 26th edition of NIX / the Toronto Tattoo Show is coming this Spring 2026 to Downtown Toronto at the MTCC May 1st, 2nd and 3rd, 2026.

Edna Sanchez
Mar 82 min read


Celebrating 30 years of the Detroit Motor City Tattoo Expo
Celebrating 30 years of the Detroit Motor City Tattoo Expo

Edna Sanchez
Mar 62 min read


Le Mondial Du Tatouage 2026: International tattooing in the Heart of Paris
Le Mondial Du Tatouage 2026: International tattooing in the Heart of Paris

milena fusco
Mar 43 min read


Exploring the Art of Ink: A Q and A with Tattooist Ned Burwell on Canadian Tattoo History
In Canada, the tattoo scene has a diverse history that mirrors the nation’s multicultural landscape. Much like tattoo cultures around the globe, the Canadian tattoo scene is full of personal identity associated with the tattooers that help to define it.

Edna Sanchez
Jan 2911 min read


10 Questions with tattoo artist Keith Winterbottom from the Muskokas, Canada
Our series of 10 questions where we like to pay tribute to beloved tattoo veterans of our trade. Many old friends and some new ones

Edna Sanchez
Nov 15, 20253 min read


The Route 66 Fine Line Tattoo shop in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is hosting an art show on Thursday, July 10th, 2025, to celebrate its reopening and raise money for the Tattoo Heritage Project.
The Route 66 Fine Line Tattoo shop in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is hosting an art show on Thursday, July 10th, 2025, to celebrate its reopening and raise money for the Tattoo Heritage Project.

milena fusco
Jul 1, 20251 min read


We love you Toronto! The Epic 25th edition of the Toronto Tattoo Show NIX 2025: Canada's oldest and legendary tattoo convention
We love you Toronto! The Epic 25th edition of the Toronto Tattoo Show NIX 2025

milena fusco
Jun 17, 20252 min read


The Nix Retrospective | exhibit about the History of the Toronto Tattoo Show
an exhibit on the history of the Toronto Tattoo Show, Canada's oldest and one its most legendary tattoo convention held annually in Toronto Downtown

milena fusco
Jun 10, 20251 min read


Secrets of a convention with Pierre & Val from Art Tattoo Show Montreal and Quebec
We sat down with Pierre Chaplan & Valérie Émond the organizers behind the Montreal and Quebec City Tattoo Conventions — two of the most respected and long-running shows in Canada.

Patrick Coste
May 1, 20251 min read


Interview with Steve Peace from the Calgary & Edmonton Alberta Tattoo Shows
Interview with Steve Peace from the Calgary & Edmonton Tattoo and Arts Festival

Patrick Coste
Feb 8, 20251 min read


Rebecca Guinard’s Creates Jewelry And Gives Respect To Machine Builders and Tattooing
Rebecca Guinard is one such visionary artist who has captivated the world with her extraordinary tattoo work and mesmerizing jewelry designs.

Patrick Coste
Jan 6, 20243 min read


Mike "Schäf" At Flying Irons Is Just Plain Crazy! Come Along For The Ride with his custom tattoo machines
One of the things that sets Schäf apart from other tattoo machine builders is his extensive knowledge of 4X4 and all sorts of machining. This allows him to create coil machines that are not only highly functional but also visually stunning.

Patrick Coste
Dec 1, 20232 min read


Emmanuel Got A Rug for Ya! He Is Making Rugs, Like Real Carpet
Emmanuel Audet, also known as @e.a.tattoo, is not just a talented tattoo artist, but he has also ventured into a unique and fascinating side hustle that has caught the attention of many.

Patrick Coste
Dec 1, 20232 min read


200 hours – Paul Jeffries recap his 43 years of tattooing
Bio film of Paul Jeffries Canadian tattoo icon and legend posing for the 200 hours movie biography about his retirement.

Patrick Coste
Oct 1, 20231 min read
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