Alan Damien

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

My most recent piece is on my ribs — it’s of my cat, Zuzu. Though honestly, I’m probably his human. The design was based on a photo I took of him, and I imagine it wasn’t the easiest to tattoo since he’s an ebony black Oriental Shorthair. To me, he’s absolutely beautiful — but more than that, he’s my best friend. He’s also become the mascot of my music studio.

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

My tattoos are more than just art — they represent discipline and the path I've taken through life. Each one means something personal to me, tied to a moment or experience that helped me grow. Sitting through the process taught me patience, and in a way, it reminded me to live life on my own terms, not anyone else’s.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I’m a guitarist, music producer, and songwriter. If I were given the opportunity, I’d use the money to expand my recording studio and invest in growing my music project, Stray + The Wild. This project means a lot to me, and having more resources would help bring the vision to life on a bigger scale.