This is a repeating eventOctober 26, 2024 10:00 amOctober 29, 2024 10:00 am
Sea of Ink: Savannah Maritime Tattoos Exhibit
27oct10:00 am5:00 pmSea of Ink: Savannah Maritime Tattoos Exhibit
Event Details
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 – THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2025 Ships of the Sea will unveil Sea of Ink: Savannah Maritime Tattoos, an extraordinary exhibit showcasing the art and
Event Details
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 – THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2025
Ships of the Sea will unveil Sea of Ink: Savannah Maritime Tattoos, an extraordinary exhibit showcasing the art and cultural significance of tattoos. Featuring more than a dozen Savannah-area tattoo artists and over 30 maritime tattoo collectors, Sea of Ink highlights tattoos as a meaningful art form and cultural movement.
With one-third of American adults having at least one tattoo, this visual language is rich for exploration. Sea of Ink presents the tattoo not just as body art, but as a powerful instrument for storytelling. Tattoos tell stories that often are deeply meaningful to the collector, and are a result of an artistic understanding between the tattoo creator and the collector.
Experience the Exhibit:
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Cultural Insight: Explore tattooing as a visual language and art form.
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Artistic Appreciation: Admire the intricate designs and craftsmanship.
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Stories: Learn about Savannah’s history of maritime tattooing.
Exhibit Elements:
Savannah-based photographers Thomas Sanders and Mike Schalk bring the exhibit to life:
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Thomas Sanders photographs tattoo collectors, showcasing their maritime tattoos.
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Mike Schalk captures tattoo artists in their creative environments.
Time
October 27, 2024 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location
Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum
41 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Savannah, GA 31401