11/10/2026
Ian had the mic all weekend, and now it’s my turn! This is Lindsay, co-organizer of MTTE with my husband, Ian. 😊
TL;DR: Thank you so much for coming to our show. It means the world to us that everyone invested their time and money to be here and took a chance on a still-young convention!
I have a tendency to be an anxious and sensitive person, always taking the temperature of the room, worrying, and taking on too much responsibility that isn’t mine to own. Coupled with a lack of sleep and food, I really experienced a complete roller coaster of emotions this weekend.
When I showed up on Sunday, though, I allowed myself time to walk around and chat with people. All of your energy and excitement fed my soul and refilled my cup in such a magical way. Thank you for all the kind words and for lifting me up when you probably didn’t even realize how much you were doing. It also means so much to me to hear that many of you felt rejuvenated and inspired, and walked away with a deep sense of gratitude for your craft, your fellow artists, and the clients who invited you into their lives.
To our staff and volunteers, this show would be nothing without you all! Thank you for the hours, the smiles, and the willingness to jump in and meet whatever needs arose throughout the weekend. You made this show run so smoothly, and every artist and attendee benefited from your presence.
Tattooing is a vulnerable process for both the client and the artist. While I am not an artist, this show has invited me into a similar vulnerability that calls for trust and bravery. Thank you all for letting me be part of this industry in such an unexpected way, and thank you for showing up and helping create such a beautiful and inspiring event for everyone. ❤️
Much love to you all, and we’ll see you back next year!
- Lindsay
