Join Tommy Cathers for a discussion on the origin of the art of tattooing and its progression to American culture on Friday, February 1 from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Queen Anne’s County Arts Council’s Centre for the Arts. The history of tattoos and shift in their acceptance as a popular form of body art is a compelling one and yields information about cultural norms and artistry. Cathers will offer a demonstration with a question and answer session.

Cathers is an award-winning artist of tattoo and body art and also works as a freelance artist for airbrush work including murals and children’s rooms. He is also the owner of “Island Ink” located in Grasonville, which specializes in tattoos and piercings of all styles. You can find out more about Cathers and Island Ink online at www.kentislandink.com. Whether you are thinking about receiving a tattoo of your own, becoming a tattoo artist or simply captivated by this fascinating art form, this talk is sure to intrigue. $15 non members. $10 members. Ages 18 and up. The class deadline is January 25.

Register online www.arts4u.info or by calling 410.758.2520. Centre for the Arts classes are designed to renew existing artistic interests and develop new skills. Office hours at 206 South Commerce Street are Tuesday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm.

For information on classes and events, call 410-758-2520 or visit www.arts4u.info. The Centre receives support through a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council.

The Queen Anne’s County Arts Council, Inc., is a non-profit organization committed to promoting, expanding and sustaining the arts. We connect artists to audiences and the community to the arts.