NIX has something different up their sleeves this year, and with a line up like this, the Downtown Hilton will be packed with talent from all around the world; legends such as Bob Tyrrell, Randy Englehard, Paul Acker, Canada’s own Kurt Wiscombe. The Northern Ink Xposure will be hosting their renowned convention complete with a seminar from acclaimed tattoo archaeologist Lars Krutak who will be speaking about Indigenous tattooing as well showcasing a slideshow and book release. Gracing our presence at the NIX will also be social media queen and super nerd – Twiggy Tallant aka The Nerdy Stripper who has returned to Toronto from working in Las Vegas. Lastly, NIX hosts the Rockstar Energy Inked Up World Tour featuring Steve Soto as the guest artist along with a Miss Inked Up model competition, a launch of the 13th artist competition, and the Rockstar Can Art contest.