Shows and exhibitions
Local and international
EXHIBITIONS
SALA “jaws and claws” the black diamond- 2015
RAW ADELAIDE – |2016|
Private viewing “Paper Moon Tattoo”
Conventions
Melbourne | RITES OF PASSAGE | 2016 |2015| 2013| http://ritesofpassagefestival.com/
Guest spots
MELBOURNE |2015| “saygatta”
AUCKLAND |2016| “The white rabbit tattoo”
HONG KONG |2017| “bubblegum tattoo workshop”
BRISBANE 2018 “Garage Ink Manor”
- available for guest spots 2021
Artist statement
Jess will always prefer pieces that allow artistic freedom- without too many limitations on a subject or piece the artwork is able to naturally evolve and take on a “soul of its own”. Her designs evolve intuitively, often choosing collage or a mix of styles to speak the unique energy of whomever she is working with- the process Is a beautiful and unique collaboration between the client and the artist. The result, Is a piece of wearable artwork.
She is especially known for her ability to imitate paint/ process on skin- However, she is constantly pushing boundaries, evolving and growing within her artwork branching amongst many styles. Her main focus Is a tattoo experience with her clients channelling the clients energy for the heart and soul of the piece.
“I am heavily inspired by the natural world and captivated by colour and movement. I seem to always strive for a sense of freedom in my work,Often working intuitively through meditation, tarot, crystals and other modalities which is why I have a deep connection with the fluid mediums of water colours and collage. Tattooing as a medium is relatively new for me, however my creative process with painting, to journalling to collage and poetry is long.
Tattooing in a personal response, feels like a direct connection to my roots and a times of old. The history of tattooing fascinates me, from tribal markings/ ceremonies to today’s abundance of self-expression and of course holistic experiences. The form and desire to mark the body with illustrations containing personal responses to themselves and their experiences is one that has a history as long as human kind. This, as a tattoo artist is incredibly humbling sharing not only a story of life, but a piece of myself with every tattoo I do.
Tattooing as an art form is one I have an immense passion and love for and I feel incredibly lucky and excited to be a part of it.” Jess Hannigan
