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What is the Inkcandescent
Tattoo Project?
Inkcandescent is a fine art portrait series and multimedia exhibition that celebrates the stories behind the ink. Created by photographer Janice Smith, the project captures tattooed individuals in cinematic light, transforming body art into legacy portraits that honour personal identity, meaning, and memory. The experience culminates in an immersive gallery show at The Kent Vancouver, where portraits are projected floor-to-ceiling using a professional DMX lighting and projection system. Select participants’ stories will be featured alongside their fine art portraits. All images will be published in a limited-edition magazine. Tattoo artists are invited to be part of this curated celebration by referring at least one client. In return, their name and work will be showcased at the event, in the magazine, and through a custom image for their own promotion—offering powerful exposure and a chance to see their artistry brought into the fine art spotlight.
About the Exhibition:
Inkcandescent Tattoo Project
Inkcandescent is more than an art show—it’s an immersive celebration of tattoo culture, personal identity, and visual storytelling. Hosted at The Kent Vancouver on November 23, 2025, the exhibition will bring together tattoo lovers, collectors, media, influencers, and creatives for a one-night-only experience where ink comes to life beyond the skin.
Held in The Kent’s 3,000 square foot gallery space, the exhibition will feature:
Floor-to-ceiling multimedia projections of cinematic portraits
Fine art Italian-made prints of participants who’ve chosen to share their stories
Personal narratives displayed alongside the art
A debut of the limited-edition Inkcandescent Magazine, which documents every featured portrait
Live storytelling moments and curated ambiance to enhance the visual journey
This is a space where art, identity, and community intersect—creating an experience that resonates deeply with guests and opens doors for connection.
Who Will Attend:
The event will be attended by a mix of tattoo enthusiasts, art collectors, media, influencers, and tastemakers from the local creative scene. It’s designed to attract individuals who appreciate not just tattoos, but the craft, emotion, and legacy behind them.
Opportunities for Artists:
Tattoo artists involved in the project will have their names and work showcased throughout the exhibition and magazine. They’ll also receive promotional imagery for their own marketing and tickets to the invite-only event. It’s a rare opportunity to elevate your artistry in a fine art context—positioning your work in front of new audiences, collaborators, and press.
How Tattoo Artists Can Be
Part of Inkcandescent
We’re inviting a select number of tattoo artists to collaborate on Inkcandescent—a fine art exhibition and magazine that brings the meaning behind the ink into the spotlight. Your work doesn’t just live on skin—it tells stories, marks chapters, and transforms lives. This project is about celebrating that.
Here’s how you can participate:
Refer at least one client to take part in the Inkcandescent portrait experience. They’ll receive professional hair & makeup, styling, a guided photoshoot, and a cinematic portrait that highlights both their tattoo and their story.
You’ll receive one high-resolution image from your client’s session, beautifully edited and branded for your own marketing use—perfect for portfolios, social media, or promoting your involvement in this fine art project.
Your name and studio will be credited and celebrated at the event and in print. You’ll be listed in the immersive exhibition projection and the limited-edition Inkcandescent magazine alongside your client’s portrait. Logos can also be included for added visibility.
Enjoy exclusive access to the show with one artist pass and five guest tickets to the invite-only exhibition on November 23, 2025, at The Kent Vancouver—a curated, immersive evening with media, influencers, creatives, and community tastemakers in attendance.
Want to Maximize Your Visibility?
For artists looking to go even further, we’re offering a few optional opportunities to expand your presence:
Feature additional clients: Refer more than one client to the project to have more of your work featured in the gallery and magazine. Each additional client multiplies your exposure.
Spotlight Artist Upgrade: Be one of a limited number of artists given a dedicated feature page in the magazine, a solo projected moment during the event, and an interview highlight on our social platforms. (Limited availability)
Studio Feature in Magazine: Add your story, studio ethos, or creative process as a behind-the-scenes feature in the magazine, giving attendees and readers a deeper look into your craft.
Whether you refer one client or ten, Inkcandescent is designed to honour your work in a way that lasts—through art, print, and experience. Let’s create something unforgettable together.
Sponsorship Opportunities: Align Your Brand with Art, Storytelling & Culture
Inkcandescent is not just a gallery show—it’s a bold, multimedia celebration of identity, creativity, and self-expression through body art and portraiture. Held at The Kent Vancouver on November 23, 2025, this one-night-only event will bring together tattoo collectors, artists, creatives, influencers, media, and art lovers in an unforgettable, immersive experience.
We’re inviting a select group of aligned brands and suppliers to become event sponsors, offering an exclusive opportunity to showcase your business within a high-impact, highly visual cultural moment—while helping us bring this ambitious production to life.
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What Sponsors Receive
1. Event Visibility
Your brand will be prominently featured throughout the event space, including:
Logo and name projection in the gallery loop
On-site signage or product placement (where applicable)
Verbal acknowledgement during any welcome or speaking segments
2. Print & Digital Exposure
Logo placement in the Inkcandescent event magazine (distributed to guests, artists, and media)
Logo and backlink on the official Inkcandescent landing page
Mentions in press materials and outreach to media outlets
3. Social Media & Influencer Integration
Recognition across Janice Smith Photography’s platforms leading up to and following the event
Opportunities to be tagged or featured in posts from influencers and participants
Inclusion in any sponsor highlight reels or recap content
4. Event Access
Two VIP invitations to the exhibition event
Early access to the gallery space
Priority positioning for networking and brand engagement on-site
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Who You’ll Reach
The Inkcandescent audience includes:
Tattoo collectors and enthusiasts
Creatives and tastemakers in the fashion, photography, and art scenes
Media and influencers in beauty, lifestyle, and culture
Art buyers and storytelling-driven brand followers
A diverse, expressive, visually driven demographic ages 25–55
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Sponsorship Tiers & Investment
We offer a limited number of sponsorship slots to ensure strong visibility and alignment.
Core Sponsorship – $500 CAD
Logo placement on all event materials (digital, print, projection)
One product or promo display at the event
All standard benefits listed above
Premier Sponsorship – $1,000 CAD
Enhanced logo placement (larger + priority position)
Dedicated post or mention on social platforms
Feature mention in the event magazine
VIP early access + opportunity to speak briefly at the event
Option to include branded materials in attendee gift bags
Custom Sponsorship
We’re happy to tailor a package based on what makes sense for your brand—whether it’s cross-promotion, in-kind contributions, or co-branded content.
Let’s Partner
If you’re a brand that values craftsmanship, individuality, and bold creative expression, Inkcandescent offers a unique and unforgettable platform to align your name with a movement that celebrates all of it.
Ready to connect? Let’s talk sponsorship opportunities and how we can feature your brand meaningfully in this transformative event.
