1) Vendor agrees to comply with all the rules and guidelines set forth by 2024 RiverCity Tattoo & LifeStyle Expo an event of Virtual Effect Management LLC. The Vendor understands that removal from the event is at the discretion of the Event organizers and all deposits and or payments will be forfeited.
2) The Vendor, if tattooing on premises, agrees to use single-use needles and inks, use certified sharps container to dispose of used needles, follow recognized professional tattooing standards, and maintain a clean workstation. This includes properly bagging contaminated waste each day for removal and policing the booth area before final departure for any tattooing product or materials.
3) The Vendor understands that the sale of tattoo machines and or tattoo equipment to the general public, is expressly forbidden at this event, and is a violation of this contract. Any violation of this contract may result in immediate removal from the event by the Promoter.
4) The Vender agrees not to alter the booth size assigned to him/her. Not to tape, nail, puncture, or in anyway affix any material to Convention Center Property, including walls or pillars. Vendor agrees to reimburse Century 2 Convention Center and 2024 RiverCity Tattoo & LifeStyle Expo an event of Virtual Effect Management LLC., for any and all damages caused by Vendor, Vendor’s agents, Employees, Subcontractors, and/or Vendors guests.
5) A Vendor booth is described as a pipe and draped area, approximately 10’X10’ with two (2) draped tables, four (4) chairs, two (2) trashcans, and an electric hook-up. Placement of said booth is at the discretion of the promoter. Each booth is intended for the use of two (2) Tattoo Artists, or two (2) Merchandise agents. Any additional material provided to the vendor is at the discretion of the promoter.
6) Fees paid for a booth rental includes the cost of admission for a total of two (2) people and also one worker wristband to the 2024 RiverCity Tattoo & LifeStyle Expo. 3 laminates and 1 wristband will be provided for each booth contract. All additional persons must purchase, either in advance or at the door.
7) Licensee agrees to provide and pay all location and establishment fees, and artists license fees and or permits required by Local health dept.
8) The Vendor agrees to comply and follow all sterilization standards set forth by local health licensing requirements.
9) No refunds, transfers or downgrades for events within 30 days will be offered. In the event of Force Majeure, all booth deposits will be applied to the rescheduled or postponed date. If written notice is given for refund for a postponed event a refund can be offered to be applied after the date of the postponed events conclusion. Notice of 30 days or more before the event date must be given for all refunds, transfers or downgrades.
10) A 50% deposit is required to hold a booth. NO REFUNDS! Payment in full must be received by 30 days before each event. Failure of Vendor to meet payment deadlines makes this contract null and void.
11) This contract may not be altered except by amending agreement in writing and executed by each of the parties.
12) Each obligation or agreement of a party contained in this contract, even though not expressed as a covenant, is considered for all purposes to be a covenant.
13) There will be a thermofax and copy machine for use in the convention center.
14) No one under the age of 18 will be tattooed. All people receiving tattoo(s) must have filled out the provided a digital or paper release form with a copy of a valid picture I.D. attached. Any exhibitor failing to produce paperwork will be asked to leave and will not be invited back.
15) Strict minimum of $100.00 on all tattoos.
16) Every fresh tattoo must be bandaged, NOT wrapped in PLASTIC, unless a dermal bandaging type is used.

The Artist Area is where artists can print, copy and have stencils made at all of our events. As well as make sure to meet all minimum sanitary requirements!