Application for Tattoo Artists

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Please complete this application carefully and provide the highest quality information and images possible.

The information submitted in this form will be used by convention staff to review and approve artist applications and may also be published on the convention website and promotional materials.

Much of the content you submit will be used exactly as provided, so accuracy, detail, and image quality are important.

Please do not send uncropped screenshots, please square crop your photos so they are IG ready. Improperly cropped photos will not be used.

How many booths are you requesting?(Required)

Each booth holds two artists

Tattooer Information - First Artist

Legal Name(Required)

Artist Name

Enter your artist name as you want it shown publicly on promotional materials and the convention website.

Artist Links (Website and Instagram)(Required)

Link

Provide links to your social media profiles.

Profiles are used by staff to review your work during the approval process
Approved profiles will be linked on the convention website
Please enter the full profile URL
Links will be used exactly as submitted
https://example.com
https://instagram.com/example

Email Address(Required)

Enter Email Confirm Email

Phone Number(Required)

Are You CPR, First Aid, BBP Certified?(Required)

You must be and have proof to tattoo at the Virginia Beach Tattoo Festival

Are you a licensed tattooer?(Required)

Attach 5 of your best tattoos(Required)

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 256 MB, Max. files: 5.

Upload five of your best tattoo images.

Images must be high resolution
Images should be properly cropped
Do not upload screenshots from Instagram or your camera roll
Avoid photos with extra background or interface elements
For best results submit square cropped images

The exact images you upload will be used on the website. We will not edit or adjust submissions.

Low-quality or poorly prepared images may result in your profile not being published.

Upload your Headshot(Required)

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Upload a photo of yourself.

Your face should be centered in the frame
The image should be well lit and high resolution
A clean selfie works best
Avoid photos that are dark, blurry, or cropped incorrectly

The image may be used exactly as uploaded on the website and promotional materials.

Poor-quality images may prevent your profile from appearing on the website or promotions.

Short Bio(Required)

Years Attended the VB Festival in the Past?

Tattooer Information - Second Artist

Legal Name

Artist Name

Artist Links (Website and Instagram)

Link

Provide links to your social media profiles.

Profiles are used by staff to review your work during the approval process
Approved profiles will be linked on the convention website
Please enter the full profile URL
Links will be used exactly as submitted
https://example.com
https://instagram.com/example

Email Address

Enter Email Confirm Email

Phone Number

Are You CPR, First Aid, BBP Certified?

You must be and have proof to tattoo at the Virginia Beach Tattoo Festival

Are you a licensed tattooer?

Attach 5 of your best tattoos

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 256 MB, Max. files: 5.

Upload five of your best tattoo images.

Images must be high resolution
Images should be properly cropped
Do not upload screenshots from Instagram or your camera roll
Avoid photos with extra background or interface elements
For best results submit square cropped images

The exact images you upload will be used on the website. We will not edit or adjust submissions.

Low-quality or poorly prepared images may result in your profile not being published.

Upload your Headshot

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Upload a photo of yourself.

Your face should be centered in the frame
The image should be well lit and high resolution
A clean selfie works best
Avoid photos that are dark, blurry, or cropped incorrectly

The image may be used exactly as uploaded on the website and promotional materials.

Poor-quality images may prevent your profile from appearing on the website or promotions.

Short Bio

Write a short bio about yourself for your artist profile.

Recommended length: 75–150 words
This bio will be published on the convention website
Speak directly to potential convention guests
Briefly describe your tattoo style
Mention the types of tattoos or projects you would like to do during the convention

Your bio may be published exactly as submitted, so please review spelling and wording before submitting.

Years Attended the VB Festival in the Past?

Tattooer Information - Third Artist

Legal Name

Artist Name

Artist Links (Website and Instagram)

Link

Provide links to your social media profiles.

Profiles are used by staff to review your work during the approval process
Approved profiles will be linked on the convention website
Please enter the full profile URL
Links will be used exactly as submitted
https://example.com
https://instagram.com/example

Email Address

Enter Email Confirm Email

Phone Number

Are You CPR, First Aid, BBP Certified?

You must be and have proof to tattoo at the Virginia Beach Tattoo Festival

Are you a licensed tattooer?

Attach 5 of your best tattoos

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 256 MB, Max. files: 5.

Upload five of your best tattoo images.

Images must be high resolution
Images should be properly cropped
Do not upload screenshots from Instagram or your camera roll
Avoid photos with extra background or interface elements
For best results submit square cropped images

The exact images you upload will be used on the website. We will not edit or adjust submissions.

Low-quality or poorly prepared images may result in your profile not being published.

Upload your Headshot

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Upload a photo of yourself.

Your face should be centered in the frame
The image should be well lit and high resolution
A clean selfie works best
Avoid photos that are dark, blurry, or cropped incorrectly

The image may be used exactly as uploaded on the website and promotional materials.

Poor-quality images may prevent your profile from appearing on the website or promotions.

Short Bio

Write a short bio about yourself for your artist profile.

Recommended length: 75–150 words
This bio will be published on the convention website
Speak directly to potential convention guests
Briefly describe your tattoo style
Mention the types of tattoos or projects you would like to do during the convention

Your bio may be published exactly as submitted, so please review spelling and wording before submitting.

Years Attended the VB Festival in the Past?

Tattooer Information - Fourth Artist

Legal Name

Artist Name

Artist Links (Website and Instagram)

Link

Provide links to your social media profiles.

Profiles are used by staff to review your work during the approval process
Approved profiles will be linked on the convention website
Please enter the full profile URL
Links will be used exactly as submitted
https://example.com
https://instagram.com/example

Email Address

Enter Email Confirm Email

Phone Number

Are You CPR, First Aid, BBP Certified?

You must be and have proof to tattoo at the Virginia Beach Tattoo Festival

Are you a licensed tattooer?

Attach 5 of your best tattoos

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 256 MB, Max. files: 5.

Upload five of your best tattoo images.

Images must be high resolution
Images should be properly cropped
Do not upload screenshots from Instagram or your camera roll
Avoid photos with extra background or interface elements
For best results submit square cropped images

The exact images you upload will be used on the website. We will not edit or adjust submissions.

Low-quality or poorly prepared images may result in your profile not being published.

Upload your Headshot

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Upload a photo of yourself.

Your face should be centered in the frame
The image should be well lit and high resolution
A clean selfie works best
Avoid photos that are dark, blurry, or cropped incorrectly

The image may be used exactly as uploaded on the website and promotional materials.

Poor-quality images may prevent your profile from appearing on the website or promotions.

Short Bio

Write a short bio about yourself for your artist profile.

Recommended length: 75–150 words
This bio will be published on the convention website
Speak directly to potential convention guests
Briefly describe your tattoo style
Mention the types of tattoos or projects you would like to do during the convention

Your bio may be published exactly as submitted, so please review spelling and wording before submitting.

Years Attended the VB Festival in the Past?

Tattooer Information - Fifth Artist

Legal Name

Artist Name

Artist Links (Website and Instagram)

Link

Provide links to your social media profiles.

Profiles are used by staff to review your work during the approval process
Approved profiles will be linked on the convention website
Please enter the full profile URL
Links will be used exactly as submitted
https://example.com
https://instagram.com/example

Email Address

Enter Email Confirm Email

Phone Number

Are You CPR, First Aid, BBP Certified?

You must be and have proof to tattoo at the Virginia Beach Tattoo Festival

Are you a licensed tattooer?

Attach 5 of your best tattoos

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 256 MB, Max. files: 5.

Upload five of your best tattoo images.

Images must be high resolution
Images should be properly cropped
Do not upload screenshots from Instagram or your camera roll
Avoid photos with extra background or interface elements
For best results submit square cropped images

The exact images you upload will be used on the website. We will not edit or adjust submissions.

Low-quality or poorly prepared images may result in your profile not being published.

Upload your Headshot

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Upload a photo of yourself.

Your face should be centered in the frame
The image should be well lit and high resolution
A clean selfie works best
Avoid photos that are dark, blurry, or cropped incorrectly

The image may be used exactly as uploaded on the website and promotional materials.

Poor-quality images may prevent your profile from appearing on the website or promotions.

Short Bio

Write a short bio about yourself for your artist profile.

Recommended length: 75–150 words
This bio will be published on the convention website
Speak directly to potential convention guests
Briefly describe your tattoo style
Mention the types of tattoos or projects you would like to do during the convention

Your bio may be published exactly as submitted, so please review spelling and wording before submitting.

Years Attended the VB Festival in the Past?

Tattooer Information - Sixth Artist

Legal Name

Artist Name

Artist Links (Website and Instagram)

Link

Provide links to your social media profiles.

Profiles are used by staff to review your work during the approval process
Approved profiles will be linked on the convention website
Please enter the full profile URL
Links will be used exactly as submitted
https://example.com
https://instagram.com/example

Email Address

Enter Email Confirm Email

Phone Number

Are You CPR, First Aid, BBP Certified?

You must be and have proof to tattoo at the Virginia Beach Tattoo Festival

Are you a licensed tattooer?

Attach 5 of your best tattoos

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 256 MB, Max. files: 5.

Upload five of your best tattoo images.

Images must be high resolution
Images should be properly cropped
Do not upload screenshots from Instagram or your camera roll
Avoid photos with extra background or interface elements
For best results submit square cropped images

The exact images you upload will be used on the website. We will not edit or adjust submissions.

Low-quality or poorly prepared images may result in your profile not being published.

Upload your Headshot

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Upload a photo of yourself.

Your face should be centered in the frame
The image should be well lit and high resolution
A clean selfie works best
Avoid photos that are dark, blurry, or cropped incorrectly

The image may be used exactly as uploaded on the website and promotional materials.

Poor-quality images may prevent your profile from appearing on the website or promotions.

Short Bio

Write a short bio about yourself for your artist profile.

Recommended length: 75–150 words
This bio will be published on the convention website
Speak directly to potential convention guests
Briefly describe your tattoo style
Mention the types of tattoos or projects you would like to do during the convention

Your bio may be published exactly as submitted, so please review spelling and wording before submitting.

Years Attended the VB Festival in the Past?

Tattoo Shop Information

Shop Name(Required)

Enter the full name of your tattoo shop. This will be published exactly as entered on the convention website, so please avoid abbreviations.

Shop Links (Website and Instagram)(Required)

Link

Provide links to your social media profiles.

Profiles are used by staff to review your work during the approval process
Approved profiles will be linked on the convention website
Please enter the full profile URL
Links will be used exactly as submitted
https://example.com
https://instagram.com/example

Shop Email(Required)

Enter Email Confirm Email

Shop Phone(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Main Contact Information

Main Contact Name(Required)

First Last

Email: Main Contact(Required)

Enter Email Confirm Email

Phone: Main Contact(Required)

Virginia Beach Tattoo Festival Terms and Conditions

All Artists

Every artist must provide a valid Virginia license or valid temporary license (see below for out of state artists) issued by DPOR. In addition, every artist must have documentation of DPOR approved current bloodborne pathogens, CPR, first aid training, and a valid identification card or driver’s license. All artists must comply with local, state, and federal rules and regulations. One party must agree to be the responsible party and disseminate the conditions of attendance with those sharing the booth space.

Out of State Artists

ALL artists from out of state must apply for and present upon check-in a valid Virginia limited term tattooer license (temporary tattooer license) from DPOR. The application MUST be submitted to DPOR 30 days prior to the event, but we suggest 90 days to be safe. All certifications (bloodborne pathogens, CPR, and first aid training) must be from an approved training provided (providers are available on the DPOR website). All documents and applications must be submitted to DPOR in accordance with the current rules and regulations.

Indemnification by ALL Participants and Vendors

The Participant, Vendor, Artist, and any associated personnel (collectively, “Indemnifying Party”) agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless promoters, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, contractors, volunteers, and representatives (collectively, “Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, expenses, fines, penalties, demands, actions, suits, costs, and expenses (including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs) arising out any actions of the indemnifying party. This indemnification obligation shall survive the conclusion of the festival and remain in full force and effect.

Force Majeure Clause ALL VENDORS

If the tattoo festival is canceled or postponed due to any cause beyond the promoter’s control—including but not limited to natural disasters, government restrictions, pandemics, acts of war, terrorism, power failures, or any unforeseen circumstances—no refunds will be issued. Vendors will receive a credit toward the next available show. The promoter shall not be held liable for any costs, damages, or losses incurred due to the cancellation or postponement.

Consent(Required)

I agree to the terms and conditions (required)

Application for Tattoo Artists

Tattooer Information - First Artist

Tattooer Information - Second Artist

Tattooer Information - Third Artist

Tattooer Information - Fourth Artist

Tattooer Information - Fifth Artist

Tattooer Information - Sixth Artist

Tattoo Shop Information

Main Contact Information

Virginia Beach Tattoo Festival Terms and Conditions

All Artists

Out of State Artists

Indemnification by ALL Participants and Vendors

Force Majeure Clause ALL VENDORS

August 7-9, 2026

Virginia Beach
Convention Center

Application for Tattoo Artists

Tattooer Information - First Artist

Tattooer Information - Second Artist

Tattooer Information - Third Artist

Tattooer Information - Fourth Artist

Tattooer Information - Fifth Artist

Tattooer Information - Sixth Artist

Tattoo Shop Information

Main Contact Information

Virginia Beach Tattoo Festival Terms and Conditions

All Artists

Out of State Artists

Indemnification by ALL Participants and Vendors

Force Majeure Clause ALL VENDORS

August 7-9, 2026

Virginia Beach Convention Center

Virginia Beach
Convention Center