The 9th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention (produced in part by Lightwave Tattoos) is coming up on September 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th 2010 at the Boston Back Bay Sheraton Hotel! As has been the tradition for the past 8 years, artists, collectors, shops, vendors, performers, and people from all walks of life will descend upon Boston over labor day weekend for four full days of art, tattoos, contests, music, performances, entertainment, vendors, shopping, and more. Keep your eyes peeled for more information on this year’s show as we post it up onto our website (www.bostontattooconvention.com) and on our myspace (www.myspace.com/bostontattooconvention) and get ready for our most exciting year yet!

Henna Body art , bringing an ancient tradition to you . We use only natural henna mixed with natural ingredients , not hair dyes or synthetic materials.

*All designs are done freehand , any style, from traditional Mehndi to contemporary designs.

* henna lasts from 2-4 weeks depending on where it is on the body and how you care for it

*is natural and painless, the henna paste stains the top layer of the skin and as you exfoliate, the design fades

* An art form that has been around for thousands of years , meant to bring good luck and prosperity 

Please contact us 24 hours in advance to set up an appointment with Xstina

Henna stain and henna paste

Custom Pumpkin blossom vine tattoo by Xstina Bennett

Starting in early 2010, Lightwave Tattoos will be welcoming tattoo artist and painter Johnny Smith (www.myspace.com/old_black_water) to the team! Check out Johnny’s portfolio, scope out all of his paintings and drawings, and give us a call at 781 233 1780 to book up some time for any color realism, portrait, surrealist, or other custom work.

We are only days away from the 8th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention. Below is more information about what happens during the convention! Hope to see you all there for another great year!

Performances

This year, in addition to hosting a vast array of talented visiting artists, diverse shops and vendors, and a full gallery of fine art, the Boston Tattoo Convention is also privy to some top-notch performers and entertainers. Check them out below, click on the links, and get your tickets today for what promises to be one of our best shows yet!!!

Skyline Cirque:

Beginning their collaboration with an acrobatic guerrilla street performance at the Lower East Side Amphitheater in 2007, the Ben and Katie, of Skyline Cirque, has most recently taken to the air. With choreographic innovation they infuse their aerial duets with a strongly visceral performance style. The duo emphasizes the inherent dangerous beauty of silks to achieve acts that transcend the circus and achieve a vibrant theatricality.

Skyline Cirque

Lucky Daredevil Thrillshow:

The LUCKY DAREDEVIL THRILLSHOW is fast paced and funny, death-defying daredevil stunt spectacular with all the glitter, glamour, and gut-wrenching thrills of a Vegas show. Guaranteed to please, amuse, and amaze audiences of all ages! Hosted by silver tongued devil, TYLER FYRE, and the dominatrix of danger, THRILL KILL JILL!

Step up, Step in and let the Fun Begin!

Lucky Daredevil Thrill Show

Black Cat Burlesque:

Dedicated to putting the BUMP back into the night, Black Cat Burlesque has been raising pulses, the dead and whole lot of hell since 2003. The bad seeds of Boston Burlesque, this scream team mines the depths of their twisted psyches—blending striptease thrills and spookshow chills to push the boundaries of the art form and explore the dark, cobwebbed corners of neo-cabaret!

Black Cat Burlesque

Seminars

Dan Henk Oil Painting Seminar:

A brief overview and discussion of art techniques involved and working within the medium of oils, followed by a short question and answer session. Dan will teach advanced approaches to painting by working through a piece that already has basic preliminary steps in place. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own works, and paint alongside.

Dan Henk Oil Painting Seminar

Microdermal Anchor and Surface Piercing Techniques (instructed by Ryan Oullette of Precision Body Arts):

Exploring progressive techniques for insertion of microdermal anchors and surface piercings. All basic aspects of the practice will be covered including jewelry selection, prepping and marking the area, placement and body location, procedure, and aftercare, as well as both microdermal insertion AND removal. Live demonstration with an emphasis on freehand techniques will be used wherever possible.

Microdermal Anchor Surface Piercing Techniques

Xstina Bennett is the newest addition to Lightwave Tattoos! We are very pleased to have her join our team of talented artists. Already clients are buzzing about Xstina and coming back for their second and third custom tattoos by this talented artist! Be sure to check out her portfolio for more information and photos of her work.  Below we have a few photos of Xstina’s favorite new tattoos that she has done. We are sure that these great tattoos will inspire  you to get some new work of your own.

Family Crest

Sailor Pin- Up

Girlie Sugar Skull

What could be better then a new custom tattoo? Getting a great deal on that new custom tattoo, that’s what!!

Joey Fisher, JaySki, Jeff America, JFoo, and Kristina will be offering discounted hourly rates on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays in August!

Four hour sittings normally $600 will be $500!!!

And the best deal… full day sittings… Normally $1200 will be reduced down to $700!!!

Now is the time to take advantage of these great deals to get that new sleeve, continue your existing work or just a few really great smaller tattoos for a great price!
* Please let your artist know that you are taking advantage of this online special *

For those of you who are not familiar with Yelp, Yelp is a search engine of sorts. Instead of searching for information about a subject you are searching for reviews from real people about real local business’. Yelp is a great way to find and support your local business’. Including your favorite tattoo shop and tattoo artists!

We would love for you to Yelp us! Click on the Yelp logo to the left and let everyone know about your experience with us.  Together with Yelp and our faithful clientel we will keep the North Shore and Greater Boston Area beautiful with custom tattoos.

Joey Fisher, Jeff Slack and JaySki

Lightwave Tattoos in Saugus, Ma is pleased to announce that four new great artists have joined our talented team of tattoo artists. With the addition of JaySki, Joey Fisher, Jeff America and J Foo(not pictured) we are able to continue our proven tradition of delivering truly custom tattoos to the Greater North Shore Area. Each one of these tattoo artists brings with them their own unique talents and specialties within the world of tattooing and art alike. Be sure to check out their portfolios!