Award of Merit – “Beyond Ink: Deep Water (Pilot)” (Australia)

Title: Beyond Ink: Deep Water (Pilot)
Runtime: 42 min
Country: Australia
Director: Marcus Paul Peters
Placement: Award of Merit
Competition: March, 2023

Synopsis: There is more to the tattoo than meets the eye!

BEYOND INK RIDES A NEW WAVE, AS 5 RENOWNED LOCAL TATTOO ARTISTS EXPLORE THE INTIMATE & PERSONAL CLIENT STORIES THEY ENCOUNTER; TRANSLATING THE MEANING OF THEIR DESIGNS INTO REAL LIFE EXPERIENCES ACROSS AUSTRALIA.

Beyond Ink seeks to understand the deeper meaning behind these permanent designs by navigating progressive themes; from cultural identity to your darkest fears. Combining the personification of tattoos with a never before seen side of the industry. We dive into the collaboration between artist and client both inside and outside the studio, as they forge a moment forever – in ink.

Beyond Ink is set on the world-renowned stretch of sand; the Gold Coast, Australia. The Nobby’s Beach studio plays host as the backdrop for our artists & client’s stories at one of the Coast’s most reputable parlours.