The Carolina Ink Revival

10/13/2026

📸 We are excited to welcome Castelo Portrait Art to The Carolina Ink Revival, February 12–14, 2027, at Exchange Park in Ladson, SC!

Tattooing is an art, and so is capturing the beauty, personality, and stories behind the people who wear it!

Castelo Portrait Art brings an incredible eye for detail and a unique style of photography that truly speaks for itself. We're looking forward to having this talent be part of the Carolina Ink Revival!

Be sure to check out their amazing work and show them some love! ❤️

📸 www.casteloportraitart.com

The Carolina Ink Revival

📍 Exchange Park | Ladson, SC
📅 February 12–14, 2027

09/29/2026

The Carolina Ink Revival is coming to Exchange Park in Ladson, SC, February 12–14, 2027!

We’ve got special pricing through October 31st!

🎨 ARTIST BOOTHS — $650
After October 31st $800

🛍️ VENDOR BOOTHS — $325
After October 31st $475

We’re bringing together tattoo artists, makers, small businesses, collectors, and the tattoo community for an entire weekend of live tattooing, competitions, vendors, entertainment, and some seriously talented people under one roof.

If you’ve been thinking about joining us, now is the time to get your spot locked in.

📍 Exchange Park
9850 Highway 78
Ladson, SC 29456

📅 February 12–14, 2027

Tag an artist or vendor you want to see at The Carolina Ink Revival!

https://app.jotform.com/the-carolina-ink-revival/the-carolina-ink-revival

09/25/2026

🏨 ROOM BLOCK NOW AVAILABLE! 🏨

Our official room block is available at:

✨ Best Western Magnolia Inn & Suites

📍 747 Treeland Drive
Ladson, SC 29456

📞 843-553-8888

When booking, be sure to mention “The Carolina Ink Revival” to receive the discounted rate!

Stay close to the action, get some rest, and be ready for an incredible weekend of tattooing!

📅 February 12–14, 2027

We can’t wait to welcome everyone to South Carolina for The Carolina Ink Revival!

Best Western Magnolia Inn & Suites | Rooms & Rates https://share.google/NSJsYkdnwZysVinAm

09/19/2026

Sorry the page has been slower than usual. We had to take a break due to being told Ray had cancer and another fast surgery was set for removal. Now that he is recovering and all; we'll be getting back to everything soon. Thanks for the patience and for all the new artist following us feel free to submit an application. We have spots still available. All artist local and far are welcome to apply.

09/14/2026

Be sure to check out Rhino's Exotic Wooden Pipes LLC 💨

09/05/2026

🔥 RHINO’S EXOTIC WOODEN PIPES 🔥

We’re excited to welcome Rhino's Exotic Wooden Pipes LLC to The Carolina Ink Revival!

These aren’t your everyday pipes. Each one is handmade and one of a kind, crafted from beautiful exotic woods with its own unique grain, color, and character. Looking at this collection, you can see the craftsmanship that goes into every piece.

If you appreciate handmade work, unique art, and things you’re not going to find sitting on a store shelf, you’ll definitely want to stop by Rhino’s booth and check them out.

Come meet Rhino, see the collection in person, and find the one that speaks to you!

📅 February 12–14, 2027

📍 Exchange Park
9850 Highway 78
Ladson, SC 29456

09/03/2026

09/02/2026

🔥 SOUTH CAROLINA TATTOO HISTORY TRIVIA 🔥

How well do you know the history of tattooing right here in South Carolina? 👀

NO GOOGLING! 😂 Let’s see who knows their SC ink history.

In what year did South Carolina officially legalize tattooing?

A. 1998
B. 2000
C. 2004
D. 2008

Before legalization, South Carolina had prohibited tattooing for roughly how long?

A. 10 years
B. 20 years
C. 30 years
D. 40+ years

After legalization, South Carolina tattoo shops were NOT immediately allowed to open. About how long did it take before the first legal shops could begin operating under the new regulations?

A. Immediately
B. About 6 months
C. About 2 years
D. About 5 years

Which state agency regulates tattoo facilities in South Carolina today?

A. Department of Labor
B. Department of Revenue
C. Department of Public Health
D. Secretary of State

TRUE OR FALSE:

South Carolina law restricts tattooing of the head, face and neck.

HISTORY BONUS 🔥

Do you know the names of any tattooers or advocates who helped fight to bring legal tattooing back to South Carolina?

Drop their names below. 👇

Some of the people who helped build tattooing in this state deserve to have their stories remembered.

08/28/2026

📲 Book directly with Damien Szarmach of House of Black Tattooing

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/damienblacktattoo?igsi=MWRlMnlyMXNydWZzMQ==

08/26/2026

Eventbrite ticketing link for The Carolina Ink Revival