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Speaking of tattoos, there were fourteen tattooists from the Ink Fusion
Empire present at the show. The Empire (“Where the worlds of tattooing
and pop culture collide”) is organised by Marc Draven and the tattoo
troupe are now recognised as official artists to be present at conventions –
they even hold license agreements with Lucasfilm. Each artist is not only
brilliant, but a self-confessed 'geek' themselves. This means that you’re
not only going to get a good tattoo, but you’re going to have a great time
with your chosen tattooist. Having only fourteen artists present worked
well, as it ensured that they all had a good stream of clients, although
sadly some tattoo fans may have been turned away disappointed. But let’s
not forget that this wasn't a tattoo convention; it was an event reflecting all
aspects of pop culture (and in fact it was noticeable that the 'un-tattooed'
attendees far outnumbered those who were tattooed).Phil Denby
Mark FordPhil DenbyManni K