Globally speaking, tattoos are often associated with defiant, avant-garde youth, and China is no exception. But the first International Tattoo Show Convention China 2007, to run in Beijing from June 16 to June 18, aims to dispel this stereotype.

This year’s convention would work with Sunshine Art to present a magnificent ceremony for tattoo artists from around the world.

During the three-day event, there would be various activities introducing tattoo culture, tattooing history and the origin of the art form.

Tattoo artists from around the globe would bring their ideals to, and showcase their works in, Beijing.

The convention would also feature onstage shows and exhibitions.