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New Mexico Tattoo Fiesta 2019: A Permanent Imprint of Amazing Art

August 20, 2019 by Nichole Harwood

By Christopher Castellanos

Isleta Resort & Casino, New Mexico –  The halls of the New Mexico Tattoo Fiesta were abuzz with excitement. Bare-skinned patrons walked into New Mexico’s largest gathering of tattoo artists like a fresh ivory canvas walking into an art studio. In stark contrast, alongside the starry-eyed newcomers were tattoo fanatic veterans. Full jet black sleeve designs that could have only come from hours of dedicated tattoo artistry marked these body-art collectors. Married couples looking to make another life-long commitment, tourists wanting a special kind of souvenir, friends making memories, and many more gathered for Albuquerque’s annual tattoo festival.

The New Mexico Tattoo Fiesta returned to Albuquerque July 12th through the 14th and continued on it’s mission to bring together artists from all over the country and world. The rooms of Isleta Resort and Casino were packed wall-to-wall with tattoo artists of seemingly every style. Traditional Japanese style koi fish, classic American pin-ups, geometric mandalas, and so much more. It was a Las Vegas-style buffet of designs for guests of the Fiesta, and while choosing a tattoo artist in the heat of the moment sounds rash, visitors of the event went in with level heads. 

“I’m not scared to get a tattoo, but I want to find an artist who can give me what I want,” said one young lady looking to add to her tattoo collection. 

“We knew we wanted to get matching tattoos, but we didn’t know from who or what we wanted. Eventually, we decided on these (Jack Skellington and Sally tattoos),” said a couple who had just gotten off the chair.

While tattoos used to indicate a careless or impulsive character a couple of years ago, that archetype no longer applies to today’s ink carriers. According to a recent poll by the Pew Research Center, about half of Millennials have reported having one tattoo, as well as a third of Gen X-ers. Tattoo shops that for so long buzzed their neon signs in any dark alley that will have them are spotlighted in nearly every major city today. 

“When I was younger it wasn’t even a real profession how it is now. I didn’t know anyone who was doing it for a living,” said Brandon Quinn of Dark Horse Tattoo Co. 

The rise in tattoo apprenticeships and the number of artists getting involved in the community are a great sign of progression here in the United States. However, the world might not be ready to let every tattoo artist’s ink run loose. Los Angeles based shop, Black Diamond Tattoo, hosts South Korean tattoo artists who have no choice but to work on their craft outside of their country. 

“In South Korea, it is illegal to give tattoos. So we fly these artists out here and let them work their craft with us.” said the Black Diamond Tattoo translator.

According to Black Diamond Tattoo because tattooing is outlawed in South Korea there is more of a focus on individual style. In the US, popular designs are more likely to appear such as roses, or butterflies, but because of the ban on tattoos, trends never get the chance to start. The artists are much more focused on their own style, which is one aspect of the ban they enjoy. There is a closer bond to the community for artists who participate in tattooing. Those who would normally be seen as competitors in South Korea are kindred spirits who actively chase the same dream.

New Mexico Tattoo Fiesta 2019 prides itself on selecting the best artists from across the country in order to provide a wide selection of artists while also in order to grow the tattoo community. With new artists being invited every year, the Tattoo Fiesta is an art gallery unlike any other.

Photos by ABQ-Live Photographer Gabriel Aro

Filed Under: Events, Local Events, Magazine Tagged With: Albuquerque, Albuquerque events, art, Artists, Casino, Convention, Desert, Fiesta, New Mexico, New Mexico Events, New Mexico Tattoo Fiesta, tattoo

Albuquerque Event makes a Stand Against Child Abuse

May 10, 2019 by Nichole Harwood

By Nichole Harwood

Albuquerque families and children were brought together in a united effort at ABQ Party Space on April 30 from 4 to 7 p.m. for Blessed and Beautiful’s 4th Annual “Hands are for Hugging NOT Hurting” event, honoring children who have been lost to abuse and violence.

Sponsored by local businesses, the event provided free food, games, and prizes for attendees. Additionally, many special guests within the Albuquerque community came out to the event to lend support for the cause including professional development team New Mexico Runners and local professional fighters such as Matthew “Papitas” Esquibel and Aaron “Angel Baby” Perez.

Event coordinator Chantelle Martinez said that there was a tremendous effort to ensure that attendees and their families would be able to attend free of charge. The goal of Blessed and Beautiful’s 4th Annual “Hands are for Hugging NOT Hurting” was to not only celebrate the lives of the children lost to abuse and violence, but also to honor the children of families and show them that they are unique and loved.  

Science teacher with Marie Hughes Elementary, Natalie Trujillo, gave a speech to attendees before performing a duet with her eight-year-old daughter, Adelina Garcia, where the two sang “Dancing in the Sky” by Dani and Lizzy, paying tribute to the lives of the children lost.

Trujillo encouraged attendees to put their foot down and be a voice for child abuse victims and those who can’t speak for themselves.

“Let’s help make a profound impact on a child’s life by doing something as simple as defending them,” she said. “Think about it. If you are uncomfortable or too afraid about getting involved in something so serious, imagine for one moment how a child must feel. They’re probably scared, ashamed and alone. That can change if we can learn to work together to report child abuse.”  

In addition to building community awareness around the effects of child abuse and how to prevent and report it, the event held a talent show to continue their significant focus on celebrating children. For the talent show, every participant received a prize. Children performed several different acts including duet dancing and singing for onlookers. The show was all inclusive, and attendees embraced each child’s talent.  

With an enthusiastic and engaged crowd in attendance, Martinez hoped that those who left the event went home knowing that they were loved while appreciating the difference a community can make when they come together.

“I want guests to understand the effects of child abuse and to know that every second with their kid is special. I want them to embrace the moment, love their kids and have fun with them,” Martinez said. “The days go by fast, and you never know what’s going to happen tomorrow.”

Photos by ABQ-Live intern Naomi Romero

Photos edited by ABQ-Live photographer Gabriel Aro

Filed Under: Around the web, Art, Featured, Local Events, Magazine Tagged With: 4th annual, Albuquerque, Albuquerque events, child abuse, honoring children, New Mexico, New Mexico Runners

This scoop is a spoon full of sugar

May 22, 2017 by Brianna Mortensen

Local Disney fans may be interested in the latest Albuquerque Little Theatre production. Beloved nanny, ‘Mary Poppins’ will be making an appearance in New Mexico. A cast full of professional performers has been working to reproduce this magical tale, with elaborate musical numbers from the original movie. The first show is at 7:30 pm on May 26, and will run until June 8. Tickets are on sale now. It’s going to be “supercalifragilisticexpealidocious!”

Image by: albuquerquelittletheatre.org

Filed Under: Around the web Tagged With: 505, ABQLive, Albuquerque events, albuquerque little theatre, Disney, local production, mary poppins, musical, spoon full of sugar, supercalifragilisticexpealidociious, Walt Disney

Illenium @ El Rey – Adrianna Vigil – Intern Review

September 6, 2016 by Adrianna Vigil

On Thursday August 28th the Historic El Rey Theatre, was illuminated by rhythmic lights and sounds from the popular EDM music artist, DJ Illenium. Beginning the show at 10 p.m., Albuquerque’s local DJ PRXM took the stage first alongside a live singer. Later, at 12 a.m. Illenium began his two hour set complete with lights, and an effects screen with graphics that corresponded to the music. Looking through the crowd of the theatre, diversity was in high attendance. The young Colorado DJ attracted different ages, cultures and backgrounds. However, as everyone danced and vibed to the many of his signature remixes, it was as if the crowd was united. Illenium is no stranger to the Albuquerque scene. His performance at Effex night club this past spring packed the venue and it was in high demand that he come back to the Duke city, only this time, with a bigger venue. El Rey was complete with a geotag Filter for Snapchat specific to the event and artist, merchandise, as well as enough room to dance and a bar. The night approached a close with his infamous remix to the radio hit “Don’t Let Me Down”- By The Chainsmokers but, with an uproar from his fans for another song Illenium continued the show with two more songs; a Flume remix and a brand new never before heard remix. Illenium has been featured in many of this summer’s hottest music festivals such as EDC, Ultra, and Global. With 216k followers on Sound Cloud, Illlenium’s music popularity is growing and Albuquerque is always supporting!

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 Stay up-to-date on his latest music and concerts via Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Illenium

Filed Under: Around the web, Magazine Tagged With: ABQLive, Albuquerque events, concert, Dj, EDM, El Rey, illenium

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