
As one of the country’s premier tattoo conventions showcasing the
latest trends and techniques within the tattoo world, the Rhode Island
Tattoo Expo features an astonishing assortment of industry leading and
local tattoo artists, studios, vendors, and some 10,000 attendees. The
expo enjoys a preeminent reputation as an educational forum and overall
entertaining spectacle on many levels including tattooing, body
piercing, body modification, permanent cosmetics, and laser removal — as
well as the newest trends in art, music, fashion and more. Packed into
the Rhode Island Convention Center amidst the atmosphere of historic
downtown Providence, this all encompassing and cutting edge event is
within walking distance to area restaurants, hotels, shops, art
galleries, night clubs, museums and more. As an annual, all inclusive
and continuing to expand event, the Rhode Island Tattoo Expo has become
an alternative cultural phenomenon and is eagerly anticipated by
thousands across not only New England, but throughout the rest of the
country as well.