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With 25+ years’ experience both here and abroad, Rhys Gordon opened Little Tokyo: Temple of Art three years ago in Bondi Junction. Rhys also set up the Australian Tattoo History website after his long love of tattooing and tattoo history.

Your speciality: Rhys is well known for his interpretation of traditional Japanese tattooing, from one-shot pieces to full bodysuits. Mark Lonsdale is the consummate all-rounder with a strong focus on black and grey and his own version of traditional tattooing, from dot work to mandalas. Jimi May comes from a strong painting background and is a modern-day realism master. Tristan Bentley produces some of the most vibrant colours in his unique take on traditional tattooing. Luke Mills produces amazing black and grey work with heavy influences from the dark side.

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The Australian Tattoo History website preserves and documents Australia’s rich tattoo history, featuring information on tattoo artists, tattoo machines, designs and other interesting facts. Rhys is also documenting on film the forefathers of our industry.

At the expo: Everybody will be tattooing a mixture of appointments and walk-ups showcasing our work, and we will have a variety of merchandise on sale, from T-shirts to prints and more. Rhys will be doing a talk, accompanied by a slideshow on tattoo history, mainly focusing on Sydney. Also on display and for sale will be vintage tattoo machines, flash and memorabilia.

Little Tokyo

Address:5a/71 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction

Website:little-tokyo.com.au / australiantattoohistory.com

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