Join us for a special workshop with Julie Frances of Easy Peasy Tattoo that bridges contemporary art and body-based mark-making. Taking inspiration from Philip Smith’s encaustic works—where symbols, icons, and layered surfaces evoke spiritual and personal narratives—participants will be introduced to the art of stick poke tattooing.

Using non-permanent tools and practicing on synthetic skin, this workshop explores the tattoo as a form of visual language and self-expression. Just as Smith embeds layers of memory and story into wax and pigment, participants will learn to build designs that carry meaning through repetition, symbol, and line.

No prior experience required; all materials will be provided.

Sharp tools involved, recommended 18+

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About Easy Peasy

Easy Peasy is a Miami-based tattoo studio built around creativity, inclusivity, and community. The studio is home to a rotating roster of talented artists whose styles range from fine line to bold, abstract, and experimental. Beyond tattooing, Easy Peasy is committed to fostering collaboration and education, creating a space where art, storytelling, and connection come together.

About Julie Frances

Julie Francis is Miami-born and raised, a tattoo artist, and the founder of Easy Peasy. With years of experience in the craft, she is drawn to tattoos as both personal ritual and living art form. Her work is rooted in an illustrative style and thrives on collaboration, inviting clients to co-create pieces that are both expressive and deeply personal. As a teacher and mentor, she is passionate about sharing tattoo knowledge and building opportunities for artists and the community to learn, grow, and connect through this medium. 

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