Everyone's part of the show at United Ink, the world's biggest and best body art convention. Got ink and proud of it? Enter your favorite design in our Tattoo Contests running all convention long.

There are many ways to win.

First, there will be a Tattoo of the Day selected Friday night, Saturday, and Sunday.

You can also win in one of our many categories in our official United Ink Tattoo Contest, such as:

Best Chest Piece

Best Back Tattoo

Best Asian Design

Best Rib Piece

Best Realism

Best Surrealism (Dali Inspired)

And by entering, you can get a shot at winning the biggest, baddest award of them all, our Best In Show!

Many of our awards, including Best In Show will have male and female winners, giving you even more chances to win. And pierced convention guests, don't worry, we'll be holding contests for you guys as well. More info coming soon!

Here's the details:

You may enter as many contests as you qualify for

Each  contest entered requires a $10 fee (no refunds)

Tattoo of the Day will be awarded from entries made on that day only

1st, 2nd and 3rd prize awards will be given out for all categories  except for Tattoo of the Day and Best In Show

By entering United Ink competitions, you release United Ink of any and all legalities stemming from copyrighted tattoos, artwork material or anything in regards to copyrighted tattoos, photographs, clothing or anything else deemed copyrighted or trademarked

Ok, deal? good, now come on out to United Ink and get in on the action by entering our Tattoo Contests!

Think your ink is your ticket to victory? Here's all you need to know:

When: July 27th-29th, 2012

What time: Friday 2pm-11pm, Saturday 12pm-11pm, Sunday 12pm-7pm

Where: Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, Long Island NY

Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com or at the Coliseum box office Mon-Fri 9-4pm. Tickets can also be purchased at the door. Kids under 12 get in FREE.

Go to www.newyorktattooshow.com for more info, and we'll see you there!