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A tintype of Ben and Madeline Kaye, who created something truly special with @roots_auckland last weekend!
Being surrounded by so many incredibly skilled artists, all so dedicated to their craft, has left me feeling very inspired.
I am so lucky to have been back in New Zealand again, doing what I love.
Thank you Ben and Madeline for inviting me to be part of such an incredible event š¤
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Just a snap shot of the morning, join us now for tattoo comps, beers, arcade machines and the best tattoos in Aotearoa š¤Æ
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@aucklandlive@dbkaye
Roots is finally here.
Aucklandās first international tattoo convention has arrived at The Cloud this weekend ā bringing together more than 200 artists from New Zealand and around the world.
Meet the artists, watch them at work, explore incredible tattoo design and immerse yourself in the creativity and culture of the global tattoo community.
Itās a family-friendly event, with plenty to see even if youāre not getting inked.
š The Cloud, Auckland Waterfront
š This weekend
š Tickets available online or at the door
Head down ā this is one not to be missed.
@roots_auckland@miss_madelinekaye@dbkaye
Big media moments for our clientĀ @roots_auckland this week š§”
They landed theĀ cover and a four-page feature inĀ Your Weekend Magazine ā which featured in @thepostnz , @thepress_nz , and the @waikatotimesnz , a fantastic spotlight ahead of the inaugural Roots Auckland Tattoo ConventionĀ taking over The CloudĀ this weekend.
The two-day event (14ā15 March) will bring together 200 of some of the worldās most talented tattoo artists, celebrating the art, culture and community of tattooing with live tattooing, competitions, talks, food trucks and more āØļø
Seeing this story come to life across multiple pages ā and theĀ coverĀ ā is exactly what great storytelling and timing in PR can achieve.
If youāre in TÄmaki Makaurau this weekend, head down to the waterfront and check it out. Itās set to be an unforgettable celebration of tattoo culture.
Another proud media moment forĀ us and our incredible client.
Thank you Frances Morton and Bess Manson @nzstuff āØļø
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Youāll want to pocket one of these - The @brothernewzealand PocketJet printer the perfect travel companion for tattoos out of the studio like at @roots_auckland march 14th and 15th ;) The @brothernewzealand team will be set up at @roots_auckland for you to try out these pocket stencil wiz bangs and get a deal while your there š„
The Roots Auckland Tattoo Convention - with tattoo artist Ben Kaye in
EPISODE 194
Ben Kaye @dbkaye is an Auckland tattoo artist and the co-founder with his wife Madeline of the Roots Auckland Tattoo Convention @roots_auckland
Auckland is set to host its first-ever international tattoo convention in 2026 with the launch of the Roots Auckland Tattoo Convention, a weekend celebration of artistry, culture, and community taking place Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th March at The Cloud, 89 Quay Street, Auckland.
In a country like New Zealand, few art forms hold as much personal and cultural significance as tattooing. An expression of cultural, artistic and personal narrative, tattoos have transcended their origins to become a global phenomenon, celebrated and revered across diverse communities. The Roots Auckland Tattoo Convention is an exceptional tattoo convention designed to unite New Zealand and international artists, enthusiasts, and industry leaders in a shared celebration of ink and artistry.
In this episode I speak to Ben about his own creative journey and tattoo practice as well as the Roots Auckland Tattoo Convention, which is on at The Cloud for the very first time on the weekend of March 14th and 15th 2026, and has plans to continue each year.
