Art 4 Aid A Charity Tattoo Convention from Midnite Society Tattoo

Art 4 Aid

 A Charity Tattoo Convention

from Midnite Society Tattoo

Gideon Thompson

The Ashland Beacon

Tattoos are more than skin deep when we take a step back and see the whole picture. What may seem to be a simple image placed onto someone could have deep meaning and allow that person to express themselves in a unique and artistic way. Sometimes words are hard to get out, and a tattoo may sum up what we couldn’t. At times tattoos can be a daily reminder for someone to keep going and not dwell in the past. Tattoos can be the conversation themselves at time speaking to those who see them with only an image. What could appear to be an artist rendering of an idea or expression, may be more than what we see immediately, as there could be a great story behind the piece.

Having started around 5,200 years ago to practice therapeutic relief, tattoos have now made their way around the globe and are available everywhere. No matter the reason behind getting a tattoo one thing remains and that is that they serve as a constant reminder that we are all connected. The process of receiving a tattoo is greatly personal as another person will place that tattoo on the client for them to share with whoever they may encounter from day to day. Ideas, dreams, hopes, aspirations, reminders, warnings, and even love can be expressed with tattoos when regarding their meanings.

With compassion in mind Midnite Society Tattoo of Ashland, Kentucky will be hosting their 3^rd annual Art 4 Aid Charity Tattoo Convention. This year’s Art 4 Aid event is set for June. 6 from 12:00 p.m. -11:00 p.m. and will be held at the Boyd County Convention Center located at 15605 State Route 180 Catlettsburg, Kentucky. Proceeds from the charity event will be distributed to Hillcrest Bruce Mission with United Way for support and care within our community. On site there will be several tattoo artists from all over the area and different studios. Registered for this year are several artists from Midnite Society Tattoo of Ashland, Forrest Tattoo, Incandescence Tattoo Lounge, Timeless Tattoo, Homesick Tattoo providing participants access to some of the tri-state’s well renowned tattoo artists. Entry for the event is $10, and tickets can be purchased either online at https://zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/art-4-aid--2026 or upon entry the day of the convention.

Not only do participants get access to excellent tattoo artists, but they also gain access to food vendors such as Reservoir Hogs for some delicious replenishing to carry them through the event. Arts and Crafts vendors are registered and there is always room for more. Vendors, tattoo artists, and sponsor registrations are still open and will continue until May 6^th allowing time for assurance that a place is available for them. If anyone is interested in attending or registering, contact can be made by phone at 606.316.7323, email at midnightsocietytattoo@gmail.com, or the Midnite Society Tattoo Facebook page.

Exciting additions have been made to the lineup this year as tattoo artists will be able to compete for  Several categories such as; Patron Saint award with most donations, Tattoo of the Day, Best Realism, Best Traditional Tattoo, Best Color Portrait, Best Black and Grey Portrait, Best small, medium, and large Color, and Best small, medium, and large Black and Grey. All sized categories of the competition will have 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd place subcategories for each. Winners of the competition will take home a beautiful trophy designed genuinely for this event. If you are interested in getting a tattoo and would also like to contribute to a beneficial cause, the Art 4 Aid Charity Tattoo Convention is the perfect venue for your tattoo needs. Art, crafts, Tattoos, Charity and comradery all in one location while fun awaits with Midnite Society Tattoo.