A tattoo expo showcasing the Philippines’ top tattoo artists together with Negros Oriental’s own local tattoo artists will be held in Dumaguete on Feb. 26, 8 pm at Hayahay Tree house Bar & View Deck.
Dubbed Tinta, which is the Cebuano word for “ink”, this rare event allows Negrsenses to witness how an actual tattooing is done, accompanied by an all-original band showdown.
Contemporary musicians from Cebu, alongside Dumaguete’s local bands, will play all original compositions.
Among the personalities in the event is celebrity tattoo artist Ricky Sta. Ana, tattoo artist of the late Francis Magalona and many others. In 1995, Sta. Ana tattooed world known artist Ron Ackers which gave him his first international award as Best Individual in England.
With the massive curiosity about tattoo art in Dumaguete, the organizers believe that holding this event annually will capture the attention of Dumaguetenos and local and foreign visitors who admire both music and tattoo art. This is also to promote Negros Oriental as a breeding ground for original contemporary artists.
Tinta is organized in line with Negros Oriental’s celebration of National Arts Month, with the support of Cebuana Lhuillier, San Miguel Beer, and Sky Cable.
