13th Annual Northern Ink Xposure

Start Date:  Friday, June 17, 2011 - 14:49

End Date:  Sunday, June 19, 2011 - 14:49

What: NIX – 13^th Annual Northern Ink Xposure Toronto Tattoo Show

When: June 17, 18, 19

Where: Toronto Hilton, Toronto, Ontario

Show Hours

Friday: 2pm - 11 pm
Saturday: Noon - 11 pm
Sunday: Noon - 7 pm

Eikon Booth

There will be lots going on at the Eikon booth – look for us under the escalators!

Eikon will have various items for sale at our booth - we sell only to professional artists, so bring in some kind of proof (your business license, business card, portfolio, an invoice from Eikon that shows you've been validated or some other credentials please!).

We'll have lots of awesome stuff for sale, including:

• Tattoo Machines (FK Irons, Stigma, Eikon, NeoTat, Next Generation)
• Power Supplies
• Footswitches, Cords, Spring sets, machine parts
• T-Shirts (All new!)
• Aftercare
• Inks (Eternal, Silverback)

And lots more!

It’s a great way to see the items in person, grab some good deals with no shipping or taxes!  Plus, we’ve always got some free stickers and other swag at the booth so come on by!

If you haven't set up your online account for our new website - now with online shopping - stop by our booth and we can show you how easy it is!

Supporting Working Artists

Eikon will be there to support the artists working the show. We'll be there with our booth as well as providing all the ink for the Ink Station at the show, and providing our legendary Eikon Convention Packs to get the artists through the weekend that include just about everything they need except for their machines (although they can come by the booth and pick up one too.)

If you're an attending artist, here's some of what we will be providing, so you don't have to pack a bunch of stuff you won't need:

• Ink
• Ink Caps
• Drapes
• Aprons
• Bibs
• Stencil Stuff
• Razors
• Tongue Depressors
• Tape & Bandage Retainers
• Bandages
• Grommets & Step Bushings

We'll be around the show saying hi to everyone when we aren't at our booth, so look for us or come on by!

Tickets:

Starting Thursday, May 19, 2011, you can pick up weekend or 1 day passes at Lower East Side, 2240 Kingston Rd in Scarborough or at Abstract Arts, 508 Queen St. West in downtown Toronto.

NIX 2011 VIP Tickets

INCLUDES FRONT OF THE LINE ACCESS TO ALL PRE-PARTIES, ART SHOW OPENING WITH ARTISTS AND ENTIRE SHOW AND ALL AFTER PARTIES. Advance VIP TICKETS Limited time only!!
$60.00 Canadian - That's 20.00 off!
Includes access to Artist opening party.
ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH PAYPAL, Buy for a limited time only!

Starting Thursday, May 19, 2011, you can pick up weekend or 1 day passes at Lower East Side, 2240 Kingston Rd. in Scarborough or at Abstract Arts, 508 Queen St. West in downtown Toronto.

Death Art Show

The Northern Ink Xposure Tattoo convention in June 2011 will be the 13th incantation of Canada's longest running international tattoo convention. Death, the 13th Tarot card, is symbolic of the end, but also of a rebirth, a new beginning, or the natural cycle of life. To represent this theme we've chosen the iconic image of a traditional coffin, and we will have a select group of artists use this shape as inspiration to create a piece of artwork, in any medium they see fit, expressing their interpretation of Death. These one of a kind original art works will be on sale throughout the weekend. The art show will be open to the public free Friday to Sunday.

The art will be unveiled at the "Northern Ink Xposure" Tattoo Convention at the downtown Toronto Hilton, Governor General's Suite on June 16th, 2011, where it will remain on display throughout that weekend.

Participants include Kurt Wiscombe, Paul Booth, Filip & Mathieu Leu, Bob Tyrrell, Robert Hernandez,  Steve Moore, Carlos Rojas, Aaron Bell, Scott Bramble and lots more!

Contests:

Friday

Tattoo of the Day – judging at 9 pm

Saturday

Judging for these categories starts at 2 pm:

• Small color
• Small black & grey
• Medium color
• Medium black & grey
• Best Sleeve (leg or arm)

Tattoo of the Day – judging at 9 pm

Sunday

Judging for these categories starts at 2 pm:

• Large color
• Large black & grey
• Backpiece
• Most Realistic

Tattoo of the Day – judging at 5 pm

Seminars

David Vidra – Health Educators Bloodborne Pathogens Course

Thursday, June 16^th, 1 pm

$200 – reserve with a $25 deposit online or call 800.214.7104

The Bloodborne Pathogens course by Health Educators is by far the most comprehensive, industry-specific Bloodborne Pathogens training program available for the body modification industry. This in-depth 7-hour course covers both regulations and training requirements of the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030), and is unique in that it is taught and applied specifically to the body modification industry. Topics covered include the revised federal needle safety guidelines, revised Hepatitis B vaccination requirements, requirements of OSHA's mandated Exposure Control Plan, record keeping requirements, and the latest interpretations covering topics as they relate to traditional tattooing, cosmetic tattooing and body piercing. A brief overview of infection control is also covered. Includes: All instructional, reference and hands-on materials and a certificate of completion.

Bob Tyrrell – Black & Grey Techniques

Friday, June 17^th, 1 pm

$150 – reserve with a $25 deposit online or call 800.214.7104

This seminar will cover all aspects of doing a portrait tattoo, including wildlife. It will also cover black and grey technique in general. It lasts 2-3 hours, and comes with a booklet that goes over the entire process of doing a realistic portrait. (2 -3 hours)

Joe Capobianco & Jime Litwalk

Friday, June 17^th, 5 pm

$150 – reserve with a $25 deposit online or call 800.214.7104

Artists Joe Capobianco and Jime Litwalk join forces to guide you through what happens when their pencils hit paper. If you have ever wanted to know the secrets to developing a signature style or wanted to learn the techniques of professionals - now is your chance.

With a combined 33 years in the art scene, Joe and Jime have set standards and created unique styles that have helped them succeed in today's tattoo industry. Joe and Jime will be breaking open the sketchbooks to give you a first hand look on how they sketch, draw, and design the World's most amazing tattoos.

Between their razor-sharp wit and banter you'll learn Joe's secrets to turning average pinups into "Capo Gals" and take advantage of Jime's keen ability to turn anything "cute".

Learn from two of the best artists in the industry at the same time in this open forum discussion. (3 hours)

Safwan (Imago Tattoo) Machine Seminar

Saturday, June 18^th, Noon

$150 – reserve with a $25 deposit online or call 800.214.7104

Safwan is one of the most highly respected tattooists in Canada. His years of experience building, tuning and maintaining tattoo machines will benefit any tattooist from the beginner to the advanced.

Machines, building, tuning and maintenance. Understanding general theory, readings, functionality and adjustments. From trouble shooting and everyday care, to optimizing machine efficiency.
This seminar lasts 2-3 hours and will cover principles necessary to customize machines to your preference and style of tattooing. You are welcome to bring some of your own machines.

Larry Brogan

Saturday, June 18^th, 4 pm

$150 – reserve with a $25 deposit online or call 800.214.7104

Larry Brogan is presenting an invaluable opportunity to learn from an accomplished an award winning artist with over 20 years of experience in the industry who has run a busy well established shop for 17 years and has traveled all over the world doing tattoo conventions.

A 45 Page Booklet will be handed out for all seminar attendees.

Tips to include:

• Marketing Yourself and Your Shop * Getting Your Work Published
• Running a Successful Shop * Apprenticeships * Guest Spots
• Equipment Troubleshooting Tricks
• Stencil Making and Application * Laying out Large Scale Tattoos
• Tattoo Conventions and Travel Tips * Dealing with Airports and Foreign Customs
• Photography Tips
• Tips for Convention Promoters
• Creating Art in Other Mediums
• Dealing with Clients
• How to Stay Organized
• Handy Tools and Gadgets
• Tattooing Tips 

And Lots of Other Secrets during Questions and Answers

No Information Held Back!!!

This seminar offers the widest range of knowledge and information available and gives you a ton of helpful tips that can be applied to your tattoo career immediately.

Seminar will run approximately 3 hours. For more info go to www.tattoocityskinart.com or email Larry Brogan at tattoocity@aol.com

Nick Chaboya – Canvas to Skin

Sunday, June 19^th, Noon

$150 – reserve with a $25 deposit online or call 800.214.7104

As artist, the limitations we believe to exist, do not! If the foundation of a good strong tattoo is present the possibilities for the imagery is endless. I would like to welcome everybody to join me in opening their art to its fullest potential! At the same time giving the client a long lasting and well thought out tattoo that they will be proud to wear for the rest of their lives. With respecting the tradition of tattooing, while also including our unique voices as artists, we can push the art form that we love so much in a new and exciting direction!

Please come with all, or any of the following:
- Pictures of tattoos
- Pictures of paintings
- Your sketchbook
- Questions
- An open mind
- And a willingness to participate!

I look forward to meeting you and seeing what I too will learn!

Respectfully,
Nick Chaboya
Seventh Son Tattoo

Attending Artists

As always, Toronto is an amazing city to visit so it’s a great excuse for some awesome artists to take a trip to see us!

This year you can check out show regulars Bob Tyrrell and Paul Booth as well as Dan Smith, Aaron Bell, Joe Capobianco, Jime Litwalk, Nick Chaboya, Jessica Weichers, Paul Acker, Chad Koeplinger, plus crews from some of the best shops in Canada and around the world!

See you there!