As Long as it Lasts...

Merging design, art and the body, “As Long as it Lasts...” will open its doors during Art Basel Miami Beach as Design Miami’s first-ever pop-up tattoo parlor. For three days only, visitorsand passersby will have the opportunity to get a tattoo, inked by a licensed professional, in one of eight specially commissioned designs created by prominent artists and designers. Whatdoes it mean for a body to be “signed” by an artist.

What is the relationship between author and audience, and how far will artand design lovers go? Organized by Tobias Wong, Josee Lepage and Aric Chen, “As Long as it Lasts...” will be part performance, part cultural barometer, part guest amenity. Like a manicure or Tarot card reading, drop-ins are welcomed. One design will be offered as a temporary tattoo.