Garden Ink: A Staff Tattoo Showcase
Garden Ink brings together the stories behind the tattoos that adorn our staff members. In a city like Richmond—one of the most tattooed in America—this showcase celebrates the powerful connection between tattoo art and our community.
Each tattoo is a unique expression of self, whether botanical, personal, whimsical, humorous, or aesthetic, carrying deep personal significance. This year’s Garden theme, Homes and Habitats, reflects how the art we choose to adorn our bodies with connects to the natural and social environments that shape us.
Some pieces are paired with personal stories, offering a glimpse into the deeper meaning behind the ink. This exhibition is a celebration of art, identity, and how personal expression is rooted in our surroundings.
As you explore Garden Ink, you may discover a local tattoo artist whose work resonates with you, inspiring your own story to be told through a future tattoo.
Location: Lora M Robins Library in the Kelly Education Center (included with Garden admission)