Welcome to the Black Tattoo Anthology Black Tattoo Culture Con: The Creatives' Cookout, where tattoo, art AND economics collide to celebrate the rich tapestry of Black artistry and culture through tattoos, music, and vibrant community experiences. This unique festival brings together artists, enthusiasts, and supporters for an unforgettable three-day event filled with creativity, inspiration, and fun.
Whether you're an attendee, a participating artist, or a financial sponsor, the Black Tattoo Culture Con offers something extraordinary for everyone.
Day 1: Ink & Inspiration
The festival kicks off with a day dedicated to remembering DC's own, Pinz-n-Needlez Tattoo.
Engage in transformative activities that inspire and empower.
Day 2: Creative Expressions
Day two focuses on the broader spectrum of Black art & creativity.
Workshops and panel discussions provide valuable insights into various artistic process and the business of art.
Day 3: Celebration
The weekend concludes with a cookout, live podcast recording, & storytelling circle.
Have fun and create unforgettable memories over three exciting days!
FRIDAY NIGHT FESTIVITIES
Our inaugural annual celebration honors an OG life force in the Black tattoo community, Chris Mensah -founder of Pinz-n-Needlez Tattoo, a past premier institution for Black tattoo talent -
founded in 2006 along DC's Black Broadway - the historic U Street Corridor.
Secure your spot at the Black Tattoo Anthology Black Tattoo Culture Con: The Creatives' Cookout today!
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3-Day Access
*Available until Sept 15*
Free with ID - Must present at day of event
Please contact us, directly if you cannot find an answer to your question.
There are plenty of opportunities to get tattooed at Black Tattoo Culture Con!
All clients who make an appointment prior to the convention will still need to purchase a ticket for entry into the convention.
Tattoo minimun is $100
If you’re looking for a specific artist or style of tattoo, we will have a Tattoo Artist Directory available closer to the event to help you find the perfect artist for your next tattoo!
You can purchase your tickets here.
Black Tattoo Culture Con is for creative and expressive individuals like you who love tattoo culture, want to connect with like-minded artists, explore avant-garde artistry or just hang out with the cool kids!
The live tattoo portion of this event is by invite and approval only. Artists (including tattoo artists), creatives, freelancers and entrepreneurs are welcomed to purchase a Vendor Booth.
Please note: We are always looking for talented tattoo artists, to collaborate with for future events! If you’d like to be considered to be a BTA tattoo artist, please email us.
How do I sign up to volunteer?
We’re always in need of fun, energetic, and positive personalities to help bring this convention to life!
If you’d like to sign up to volunteer, please visit our Volunteer Application.
Yes but uhh ... It is required of all media to ask for permission before photographing or recording any tattoo artists, exhibitors, and other attendees.
All media and professional photographers must either apply to volunteer or secure a press pass by email.
Absolutely! Yes! The festival is 100% family friendly.
There will be a kids’ activity area with art and community activities.
And we DO insist that you do not leave your children unattended outside of the kids' area.
Make sure you bring your ID, your ticket (for access), wallet (to support the artists) and good vibes (to keep da juju flowin')
The Black Tattoo Anthology® is a philanthropic resource and entrepreneurship learning community working to transform access to compete in the creative economy around Black underrepresented and marginalized creatives through partnerships between the social justice sector and the tattoo, media, arts and entertainment industries.
Registered 501(c)(3)
EIN: 99-0874039
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