2027 Season — Invitation Only

Artist Application

The Tattoo Show Invitational is an invitation-only competition. Submit your application for consideration — our team carefully reviews every applicant on portfolio quality, professionalism, and overall fit.

Valid ID & BBP Certification required

$50 non-refundable application fee

Must be available all 8 days (Feb 7–14)

Personal Info

Professional

Documents

Review & Pay

Personal Information

Your contact and identity details.

First Name*

Last Name*

Artist Name / Stage Name

Email Address*

Phone Number*

City*

State / Province*

Country*

Full country name

Professional Details

Your shop, credentials, and certifications.

Shop / Studio Name

Current Position*

Shop / Studio Address

Street address, city, state — leave blank if independent

Years Tattooing*

Years of Apprenticeship

Enter 0 if not applicable

Specialty Style*

Licensing & Certifications

Tattoo License Number

State/provincial tattoo artist license

Health Dept. License Number

Health department or shop permit number

Certifications & Coverage — check all that apply

Bloodborne Pathogen (BBP) Certification

Current, valid BBP cert required for participation

CPR / First Aid Certification

Recommended — required for some booth assignments

Professional Liability / Tattoo Insurance

Proof of insurance required upon acceptance

A valid BBP certification is required for all competing artists. You may still submit your application, but you must obtain certification before acceptance.

Priority Access

Skip The Line Pre-Registration

Want priority access before registration officially opens?

Join the Tattoo Show Invitational Pre-Registration List. Reserve your place in line by submitting your information and securing your spot with a $100 non-refundable deposit (10% of the $1,000 entry fee). Artists who pre-register will receive early access invitations before public registration opens.

Deposit

$100

Applied toward $50 app fee

Refundable

Non-refundable

Applied To

App Fee

Counts toward $50 fee

Priority

Order

First come, first served