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NEHA Body Art Webinar: Materials & Standards for Initial Body Jewelry

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Learn why standards matter, what to look for when evaluating jewelry, and how to support safe body art practices in your jurisdiction. Whether you’re a regulator, inspector, or body art professional, this session will give you the practical knowledge you need to make informed decisions about materials for initial body jewelry.

See you at the APP 2025 Conference and Expo

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Dear colleagues, The Association, its Board of Directors, and Administrators are delighted to welcome you back to our annual in-person event, open to all piercing industry professionals, members and non-members alike! Our Conference includes: OUR CONFERENCE INFORMATION WEBSITE IS NOW AVAILABLE! HOTEL INFORMATION Just a heads-up about booking your rooms at Planet Hollywood for the … Read more

Advanced Sterilization and Materials

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Intensive workshop Unlock a more comprehensive knowledge of jewelry materials and Sterilization for piercing with Pablo Perelmuter & Brian Skellie. Elevate Your Craft: A One-Day Intensive workshop at Lemonade Limited spots are available. Reserve now! This seminar is designed for professional body piercers seeking to elevate their sterilization protocols and ensure the highest standards of … Read more

Brian W Skellie interview on jewelry materials

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Brian W Skellie (photo credit John Balk 2022)

Piercing Wizard Podcast August 8 at 8:39 PM   215 – Brian Skellie on mill certificates and material verification. It was a privilege to speak at length about body jewelry materials safety with my colleague Ryan Ouellette of Precision Body Arts in Nashua NH. I welcome your questions and comments. Do you have a complete understanding of … Read more

Sala Solidária Conversations

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Brian Skellie discussion with Sala Solidária

I am honored to be participating in a discussion on the importance of producing content of quality, as sharing ideas is a subject close to my heart. Please visit the Sala Solidária for more information about their mission to support the Kuarap and link to the event. O QUE É A SALA SOLIDÁRIA? Conheça a … Read more

Sean Xeon McManus interview

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Another fine interview in a series of fellow Body Artists, this time with Sean “Xeon” McManus who worked with me at Piercing Experience, and a contest to win a copy of his Film, “The Marionette”!