A black-and-white photo of a person mid-air in a Superman-style body suspension pose, supported by multiple hooks in their back and legs, smiling joyfully toward the camera. They are suspended horizontally in a large indoor space with high ceilings and visible rigging. A group of onlookers—some seated, some standing—watch with expressions of admiration, amusement, and support. The atmosphere is lively and communal, capturing a moment of shared experience and transformation.

BMEtv – Wade Larkin

It’s time for another video from the BME World Tour!

Today’s video features Wade Larkin from Wild at Heart Tattoo in Brisbane. This is the second of three interviews from artists at Wild at Heart so be sure to keep an eye out for the next one later in the week.

To check out the video, just keep on reading.

If you’ve missed any of the videos so far, you can check out the rest of them in the BME World Tour Video Gallery

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3 responses to “BMEtv – Wade Larkin”

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    Sarah Fay

    My favourite tattoo artist! 😀

  2. Lachlan Avatar
    Lachlan

    Been getting tattooed by Wade for about 5 years now and only just saw this. Such a good tattooer. Does all my work and I love it.

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