SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The first annual Rose Garden tattoo convention took place this weekend at the Community Art Workshop at 631 Garden Street.
Goleta local and tattoo artist, JJ Ortiz, brought together tattoo artists from different parts of the world to come together and celebrate the art of tattooing.
“It’s so easy for me to fall in love with the craft of tattooing,” Ortiz said. “He hugs you like no one else.”
More than 65 tattoo artists will display their work.
This event is promoted as something for everyone with screen printing, vintage clothing, art, food and dessert for sale and, a nearby car show.
“I think people need to see this and, inspire young people to pursue their dreams, pursue their goals and their love, whatever it is, because he’s going to see it through, anything, really,” Oritz said.
Those 16 and under can enter the event for free.
