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More than 200 tattoo and body mod artists are featured at the touring event’s stop in the Valley, which offers the chance to get inked or pierced. There are also various tattoo contests throughout the three-day event.
One of the attractions of the Body Art Expo is the chance to see all the impressive tattoos adorning attendees and artists alike. Over the years, Phoenix New Times has encountered amazing and astounding pieces inspired by pop culture, the Day of the Dead and other subject matter.
In honor of the 2024 edition of the Body Art Expo, which runs from Feb. 16 to 18 at the Arizona State Fairgrounds, here’s a look back at the best tattoos and coolest ink we’ve seen at the event over the years.
A tattoo from the 2020 edition of the Body Art Expo featuring a colorful version of the Bride of Frankenstein.
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An amazing tattoo of Doctor Strange by artist Anthony Prince at the Body Art Expo in 2020.
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This colorful back piece from the 2019 Body Art Expo incorporates a skull and snake motif.
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The late Hunter S. Thompson is the star of this tattoo from the Body Art Expo in 2020.
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An amazing-looking sleeve from the Body Art Expo in 2020 depicting various characters played by actor Johnny Depp.
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A performer with local fetish performance troupe The Agents of Lust shows off her shoulder piece at the 2019 Body Art Expo.
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