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Street spotting at Liverpool Tattoo Convention 2015

Style and tattoo spotting at Liverpool Tattoo Convention, 16-17 May 2015 at The Adelphi Hotel. Here are a few of our favourite people at the convention and a selection of their tattoos…

Name: Sophie Brown / Age: 21 / Job: Tattooist at Forever Ink Warrington 

Tattoos: Dagger and lady on left back calf by Chris Hayes, Perfume bottle and lady on arm by Danny Edwards at Forever Ink, Lady on right calf by Chris Martini 


   

        

Name: Natalie @superelevated / Age: 33 / Lives: Sheffield / Job: Lecturer in fashion industry 

Tattoos: Back piece by Tacho Franch,  thigh by Paul Goss, Wolf by Kelly Smith 

   

    


   
Name: Lauren Williamson / Age: 24 / Lives: Wirral / Job: works in an office 

Tattoos: Skull by Rob Nolan 13 Ink, Liverpool,
Skinhead by Dan Smith, Portrait by Kyle Williams from Raw Ink in Wrexham 

   

    

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Charlotte Tilburys makeup collection with Norman Parkinson

The world renowned makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury is launching her first ever collaboration with Vogue fashion photographer, Norman Parkinson. “I have always been fascinated and inspired by the incredible work of Norman Parkinson. He is a legendary photographer that, in the fashion world, we turn to again and again as a reference and an inspiration – his work is on every moodboard,” Tilbury said.

The line will include a compact bronzer, a dazzling powder highlighter, two matte lipsticks, makeup bag and large washbag.

Adorning the packaging are some of the beautiful photographs that Parkinson took for Vogues front covers over the years…the most prominent being the May 1975 issue which features a very young and beautiful Jerry Hall.
Lets hope our resident makeup artist, Keely can one day create hew own makeup line using the covers of Things & Ink!

The range will be available to buy from July 2015 from the Charlotte Tilbury website and Selfridges.

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Tattooed lady, Isobel Varley 1937-2015

Isobel Varley 1937-2015

We’re so very sad to announce the news that Isobel Varley –‬ the world’s most tattooed senior woman – has passed away. RIP Isobel,‬ such an inspirational woman breaking boundaries, we salute you Isobel.

The following was taken from her official Facebook page:

It is with deep sorrow that we must announce the passing of Isobel.

Shortly before 7 this morning Isobel passed peacefully onto her next adventure.

The Varley family would like to express their thanks to everyone for their support, their friendship and kind words expressed to, and about, Isobel and her numerous achievements during her time.

We would like to invite everyone to share their experiences and photographs with her on here as a tribute.

Heaven has a gained a new Angel.

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Shrewsbury tattoo studio fundraising for Nepal earthquake appeal

Adorn tattoo studio, in Shrewsbury, are no strangers to fundraising, having only recently raised funds for two African medical centres. Now the team of professional artists are appealing for funds to aid the people of Nepal.

The Adorn team decided to launch their latest fundraising appeal on 30th April and the special charity initiative will be running up until 17th May.

People can have a small tattoo, selected from an array of special designs, with all the funds donated towards the Nepal Earthquake Appeal.

The event has already been a roaring success with many people choosing to get adorned in the name of charity. Resident tattoo artists Jay and Rach have been keeping themselves incredibly busy, raising over £210 on the first day alone!

Aiden Johnson of Adorn said “We always like to ensure that we are doing our bit for people experiencing great challenges across the globe. The tragic events in Nepal inspired us to raise more money and we are confident that we can raise funds which will be of real benefit to those in need right now.”

People can call Adorn on 01743 343330 to arrange for one of the special tattoos. There is also a facility for people to donate online via Adorn’s website.