Awards
Awards & International Recognition
Over the last years, my work has been awarded in international tattoo conventions across Europe and the United States – especially for color realism and fantasy-inspired pieces.
Here you can find a selection of my awards, jury work, and media features that reflect my journey as a color realism tattoo artist.
International Awards
Jury & Guest Artist
Press & Interviews
Awarded at major tattoo conventions in New York, Berlin, Barcelona, Rome, Málaga, Valencia, Alicante and more –with multiple “Best of day”, “Best color”, “Best Realism” and “Best of show” awards in color realism categories.
Discover the portrait tattoos that have received awards at international conventions.
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Invited as a judge and guest artist at professional tattoo conventions across Europe and the US, evaluating style, composition, and technical execution in international competitions.
Learn about my experience serving as a judge at tattoo conventions across Europe and Latin America, evaluating artist and competition entries from around the world.
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Featured in specialized tattoo magazines, blogs, and interviews focused on tattoo, artistic process, career and the evolution of tattooing as a contemporary art form.
Selected Awards
2025
• Barcelona Tattoo Expo – BAUM Fest – 3rd Place, Best of Realism
2024
• Barcelona Tattoo Expo – BAUM Fest – 1st Place, Best of Sunday
• The New York Empire State Tattoo Expo – 1st Place, Best Realism Portrait
2023
• Tattoo Convention Berlin – 1st Place, Best of Realism
• Tattoo Convention Berlin – 2nd Place, Best of Sunday
• Barcelona Tattoo Expo – BAUM Fest – 2nd Place, Best of Sunday
2022
• Tattoo Convention Berlin – 2nd Place, Best of Realistic
• Tattoo Convention Berlin – 1st Place, Best of Friday
• Barcelona Tattoo Expo – BAUM Fest – Best of Show
• Barcelona Tattoo Expo – BAUM Fest – 1st Place, Best of Friday
2021
• Barcelona Tattoo Expo – BAUM Fest – 2nd Place, Best of Sunday
2019
• Barcelona Tattoo Expo – BAUM Fest – 1st Place, Best of Sunday
• Barcelona Tattoo Expo – BAUM Fest – 1st Place, Best of Friday
• International Tattoo Expo Rome – 3rd Place, Best of Show
• International Tattoo Expo Rome – 1st Place, Best of Sunday
• International Tattoo Expo Rome – 3rd Place, Best Color Friday
2018
• Alicante Tattoo Convention – 2nd Place, Best Color Sunday
• Alicante Tattoo Convention – 1st Place, Best Color Saturday
• Alicante Tattoo Convention – 3rd Place, Best Color Friday
• Málaga Tattoo Convention – 1st Place, Best Color Sunday
• Málaga Tattoo Convention – 1st Place, Best Color Saturday
• Málaga Tattoo Convention – 1st Place, Best Color Friday
• Valencia Tattoo Convention – 1st Place, Best Color Sunday
• Valencia Tattoo Convention – 1st Place, Best Color Saturday
• Valencia Tattoo Convention – 3rd Place, Best Color Friday
• Zaragoza Tattoo Convention – 1st Place, Best Color Sunday
• Zaragoza Tattoo Convention – 2nd Place, Best Color Saturday
2017
• Andurban Fest – 1st Place, Best Color Sunday
• Andurban Fest – Best of Show
Jury and Guest Artist
Alongside my work as a tattoo artist, I am regularly invited as a jury member and guest artist at professional tattoo conventions across Europe and the United States.
As a judge, I focus on technical execution, color harmony, composition, and how each tattoo adapts to the anatomy and personality of the wearer. Being part of juries and invited line-ups allows me to contribute to the tattoo community while staying connected to the highest standards of color realism and artistic innovation.
Learn about my experience serving as a judge at tattoo conventions across Europe and Latin America, evaluating artist and competition entries from around the world.
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2026 – coming soon
• Jury at Extre Tattoo Convention, Mérida, Spain
• Jury at Marche Tattoo Convention, Marche, Italy
2024
• Jury at Guatemala Tattoo Expo, Guatemala
• Jury at Marche Tattoo Convention, Marche, Italy
2023
• Jury at Convención, Mitad del Mundo, Quito, Ecuador
2021
• Jury at Jerez Tattoo Convention, Jerez, Spain
2019
• Jury at Zaragoza Tattoo Convention, Zaragoza, Spain
Press & Interviews
A selection of interviews, articles, and features about my work will be added here soon.
If you are a magazine, blog, or media outlet and would like to collaborate, please feel free to reach out through the contact page.
2025
• Tattoo Life Magazine – International Tattoo Media
Feaured interview on my artistic journey and creative philosophy
https://www.tattoolife.com/laura-egea-growing-step-by-step-without-losing-joy/
• New York Post – New York Empire State Tattoo Expo
Coverage of the 10th Annual New York Empire State Tattoo Expo featuring elite international tattoo artists, including my work and award presence
https://nypost.com/2024/05/13/lifestyle/elite-international-artists-show-off-their-ink-skills-at-the-10th-annual-new-york-state-tattoo-expo-photos/
Europa Press – National News Agency (Spain)
Featured across multiple Spanish media outlets for advocating tattoo as a legitimate artistic expression on International Tattoo Day, highlighting y artistic philosophy, career, and international recognition. Featured in:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=N_A4MGs3is4
• Street Style Magazine Feature article exploring my artistic style and creative identity in tattooing
https://revistastreetstyle.com/laura-egea-me-diferencia-mi-estilo-propio-mis-tatuajes-son-muy-reconocibles/
• Tattoo Love Magazine – Internatonal Tattoo Publication
My work featured in a curated international publication celebrating contemporary tattoo art
https://www.flipsnack.com/9789C5FF8D6/el-arte-de-la-tinta-the-art-of-ink-6-sept25/full-view.html
• Faculty of Fine Arts Podcast – University of Cuenca
Podcast interview discusing art training and profesinal path
https://open.spotify.com/episode/26bgmS1JEsAI1ThWq7HfKZ
2024
• La Tribuna de Cuenca – Front Page (Spain)
Featured on the front page with a full article about my artistic journey and international career in tattooing
https://www.latribunadecuenca.es/noticia/zf01a96b2-0b34-71bd-0e3e326720bec398/202406/entre-aguja-y-tinta
• Street Ink Interviews – New York Empire State Tattoo Expo (USA)
Interview filmed at the New York Empire State Tattoo Expo right after winning an award for a portrait tattoo, discussing my artistic process and international career
https://www.instagram.com/p/C3JgDDcrslK/?img_index=1&igsh=MTV5azEzbXlmZjlsbA==
• TV Castilla-La Mancha – Ancha es Castilla-La Mancha Media (Spain)
Featured studio interview, presenting my work as a reference in tattoo artistry in Castilla-La Mancha
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4YUWdft8AN/?igsh=MWNtOGU3MWM3ZHQ4bw==
2023
• Skin Artists – International Tattoo Interview
Conversation about technique, influence, and artistic path from painting to tattooing
https://www.skin-artists.com/interview-with-laura-egea.htm
• Panda Milenario – Tik Tok (International)
Mentioned by Panda Milenario, a well-known tattoo influencer on TikTok, showcasing and praising my artistic approach and recent work
https://www.tiktok.com/@pandamilenario/video/7125400770148666630
2019
• Tinta & Estilo – Tattoo Magazine España
Interview focused on my artistic background and award succeses at the Barcelona Tattoo Expo, where I won multiple top awards
https://blog.tintayestilo.com/laura-egea
2018
• La Sexta – Zapeando (Spain)
Highlighted on a national humor TV show for an award-winning portrait tattoo
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bn9eZBynvJb/?igsh=cHMwbmJhYnR5azdz
• Antena3 – El Hormiguero (Spain)
Mentioned on national television after winning an award for a portrait tattoo of a famous comedian
https://www.instagram.com/p/Bn4fuFaFwSP/?igsh=MXZmd2hwamZnMjU1aA==
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