More than fashion statements, less than social stigmata, tattoos in their modern guise are an artistic appropriation of the ancient ritual practice - the marking of flesh as an act of tribal membership. Skin Shows III demonstrates the global reach and cultural diversity of the 'modern primitives', this new tribe of artistic adventurers. Separated by language and national custom, they are nevertheless united in their desire to stand out from the crowd ... you only have to read the signs.