Japan relief efforts in the world of tattoos continued strong into April 2011, with one supplier of ink offering 100% of the profits on the sale of the three Japanese colors of ink that he sells.
Tattoo charity events were happening all over the world, and we would like to take a moment to pay tribute to some of the people who helped out, remembering that the art of
tattooing has a much longer history in Japan than here in America, these events also become a tribute to our inspiration from the East.
Japanese Earthquake Relief From now until June 1st, 2011, I will donate 100% of the proceeds from the sale of all of the 3 Japanese colors I sell. These colors are J. Orange, J. Red and J. Pink.
You can get them on the website at Waverly Color Co. or from me directly at the Baltimore Tattoo Museum. ( Please call ahead of time if you are coming to see me in person.)
The 2 oz. bottles are $ 30.00 and the 4 oz. bottles are $57.00. Thanks for your support as always and dig deep! I can't imagine the lives of people that have been changed overnight by a natural disaster.
I'm heartened by the outpouring of support in the tattoo community and I see this as something I can do to get money there relatively quickly to the people who need it now. All money will be forwarded to the Japanese Red Cross as it comes in to avoid delay.
Have a great day and please repost and pass on this info as you see fit.
Bill
Tattooers for Japan raise funds for disaster reliefby Allison Chorney
April 2011
Local artists give time and talent to help country influenced art form
For many tattoo enthusiasts, walking into a tattoo shop can be like walking into a den of temptation. The brightly coloured flash cards with pre-designed tattoos, the low buzz of the tattoo guns and the beautiful art in the portfolio books can have some thinking: maybe I should get just one more.
That’s what artists at Bushido Tattoo Studio and Deadly Tattoo Inc. are hoping for on May 1, as they donate the proceeds of that day to the disaster relief effort in Japan.
“[We want to] try and fill this place up,” said Dave Fried, an artist at Deadly Tattoo Inc.
Tattooers for Japan, the brainchild of Canadian tattoo artist Dave Allen, brings together tattoo artists from around the world to raise money for the International Rescue Committee.
Modern tattoos have strong roots in traditional Japanese tattoos, said Shawn Hedley of Classic Tattoos, which is also participating in the event. Horis – traditional Japanese tattoo masters – strongly influenced Americana tattoo styles with the full body tattoo suit.
“Full sleeves and back pieces all come from Japanese tattooing,” said Hedley.
“The Japanese had it down on how to design for the body.”
Hedley was approached by Allen to help organize the three events happening in Alberta. Following the Calgary event, Hedley will be at Tattooers for Japan Edmonton on May 7, and the Red Deer event on May 15.
More than 37 shops – one from as far away as Denmark – have committed to give 100 per cent of one day’s profits to the relief effort.
Calgary’s Deadly Tattoo Inc., located at 358 58 Ave. S.W., has the day wide open for walk-in appointments. Though they have small flash pieces prepared for the day, Fried said small alterations to the designs can be made.
“It’s a $50 minimum but don’t be cheap, it’s for a good cause,” said Deadly artist and self-proclaimed “nice guy” James Tex.
Bushido Tattoo Studio, located at 218 17th Ave. S.E., is already booked for the entire day but invites people to come to the studio to donate and connect with people, said Laurel Pilling, the studio’s manager.
The studio has five cherry blossom designs that clients can choose from at the event. The designs were created by Samantha Smith, one of the artists at the shop, and were specifically chosen for their Japanese influence.
“Bushido always wants to support our local and global community. We are very pleased to be involved,” said Pilling.
The May 1 event at Deadly Tattoo will include around 20 artists from several other tattoo studios including: Classic Tattoo located in Red Deer, Eternal Tattoo Calgary and Calgary’s Smiling Buddah.
“We’ll tattoo as long as our eyes can take it,” Hedley said.
Kat Von D On Japan Relief Fundraiser, Marrying Jesse James & Moreby Casey
April 2011
Kat, along with many other tattoo artists, will be volunteering their time this Thursday (April 14th) and giving 100% of the proceeds to Save the Children Japan, an organization that helps the children and their families following the devastating earthquake and tsunami.
Being so far away from a natural disaster can leave people wondering what they can do to help. Kat and some of her fellow tattoo artists are putting their tattooing skills to good use this Thursday at her High Voltage Tattoo shop. From noon-10pm, you can head down to High Voltage Tattoo and pick one of the designs inspired by Japan, and be tattooed for $200.
High Voltage Tattoo is located at:
1259 N. La Brea Blvd.
West Hollywood, CA 90038
It’s a great way donate to a worthy cause, while also taking home a piece of art that is a constant reminder of the devastation and the charitable camaraderie that followed.
Each of the designs is unisex, and about 3″ x 3″ in size. Tattoos are done on a first come, first served basis.
Tattoo Community Rallies for JapanMarch 17, 2011
The global tattoo community has been mobilized to help relief efforts in Japan.
One group, Tattooers for Japan, is encouraging artists worldwide to raise funds by donating a day's tattoo fees to a specific charity. Here are more details:
"The goal is to unite tattooers globally to show their compassion and gratitude to a country and culture that has influenced most of us artistically and personally. All of us owe a large debt of gratitude to Japan for its contribution to tattooing and the trade we are all so passionate about. The idea is for each tattooer/shop to schedule a walk-in day in April with all proceeds going to relief efforts in Japan. Choose your own day, advertise to your client base and community, pick a theme if you'd like. Please invite any tattooers you know to join this effort. [...] Let the Japanese foundations of respect, compassion, and integrity inspire you to help!"
A charity has yet to be officially chosen but, according to their Facebook group, it looks like the money could go to the Red Cross. They are still waiting to hear from artists in Japan about more direct methods to help. Their FB group page also has instant updates on the exact days some tattoo studios will be holding their fundraisers.
Tattoo Revolution Magazine and Tattoo.tv also have lists of relief efforts.
We'll be posting updates as well including the release of specially designs tees by Horitaka and Chad Koeplinger, the proceeds of which will be donated to charity.
Inking out help for Japan relief effortsBy Richard Vivian
Apr 18, 2011
Like many artists in his field, Citrus City Tattoo owner Keith Winterbottom takes a lot of inspiration from his colleagues in Japan.
That’s why he wants to assist relief efforts there in light of the massive earthquake and tsunami that hit on March 11, as well as the many aftershocks that followed.
This Friday (April 22), the shop is offering an array of Japanese maple leaves and cherry blossom tattoos in exchange for a minimum $50 donation. All proceeds will be given to Peace Winds Japan and the International Rescue Committee.
“They’ve been tattooing for a lot longer than a lot of us, and there’s quite a few Japanese artists that lost their shops and stuff in all the mess,” Winterbottom said of his inspiration to join a fundraising initiative known as Tattooers for Japan.
“I actually have a guest artist from Sarnia coming to work with me because I think we’re going to be so slammed.”
Similar events are taking place at tattoo parlours throughout the world during the month of April.
With two tattoo artists working all day — Winterbottom and his guest, Dan Fowler — the shop owner hopes to see 50 or more people turn out for some Japan-themed ink. If that comes to fruition, he’ll bring in upward of $2,500 for the cause.
“Usually our minimum charge here is $80 to do anything, but for the event here, we’re doing $50 for a single blossom,” he said.
“It’s a walk-in day — first come, first served all day long,” Winterbottom added. “We chose the holiday (Good Friday) because everybody’s off, nobody’s working.”
Citrus City Tattoo is located at 155 Broadway. For more information, call 519-943-0161.
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