Projects
This page is a collection of projects from the last few years. It includes exhibitions, fundraisers and events I've taken part in or organised, both solo and with FLT Tattoo studio. It also includes other projects such as important bodies of work, podcasts, press and other projects.
Kingdom of Cats
Kingdom of Cats is a group exhibition, presented by FLT Tattoo Studio, and curated by Eddy Lou at Onwards Gallery in Newcastle, showcasing the fine art practice of 25 renowned contemporary Australian tattoo artists. Click to see more photos.
Hunter Emerging Art Prize
On March 31, 2023, at the Newcastle Art Space, Eddy was awarded the Hunter Emerging Art Prize for Works on Paper with her illustration "Elixir of Life". Click to see more photos.
“Grotesque Companion”, a solo show held in June 2021 at Onwards Studio in Hamilton, explores the ways in which pain can reshape or distort the body by employing imagery of the grotesque. Click to see more photos.
In June 2021, Eddy and FLT Tattoo Studio participated in the international event, Still Not Asking For It Tattoo Flash Day, making efforts towards awareness, prevention and recovery from sexual violence. Click to see more photos.
In February 2020, Australia was experiencing some of its worst bushfires in our history and everyone at FLT Tattoo Studio wanted to help rescue and rehabilitate wildlife and help folks rebuild after the disaster. In just one day we managed to raise $19680 which was donated to both Red Cross Australia and WIRES. Click to see more pictures.
Not Just A Girl Tattoo Podcast gives you a glimpse into the lives and art of some of my favourite tattoo artists, through an intersectional feminist lens. We will discuss how they came to tattooing, their art practice, their inspirations and experiences and how they use their platform to contribute to equality both within tattooing and the greater community. Follow the link to listen or go to YouTube to watch the video.
During the COVID Lockdown in 2020, I took part in the Explorer Conference online tattoo seminars and did a video about blackwork tattooing and finding your own artistic voice. Follow the link to watch.
In 2019, I took part in the Make It Made It Conference in Newcastle which brings together a diverse range of speakers to share insights into their practice and creative businesses. Click for more photos.
In October 2018, I was an organiser and participant at the second Not Just A Girl Flash Day. The event took place in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne, with 43 amazing female identifying artists working together to raise money and awareness for women and children in need. Click for more.
I took part in a documentary series about tattooing called Beneath The Ink by Naked Life Series. I appear alongside my team at FLT Tattoo Studio in episode 7 "Friendship, Love, Truth", as well at episode 3 "Not Just A Girl", alongside my co-organisers Mel and Sash. The series is currently available on Amazon Prime or can be rented to stream here.