Chris Gonzalez

My last tattoo, a Japanese Oni on my neck, was inspired by the idea of facing inner demons head-on. In Japanese culture, Oni can be protectors as well as punishers, and for me, it represents the battles I’ve overcome with addiction. It’s a reminder that I’ve faced my darkness, survived it, and now wear it as a symbol of strength, growth, and never going back.

If my tattoos could talk, they’d tell a story of pain, recovery, and redemption. My dragons show strength, the vampire cross and Pennywise reflect battles with darkness, and my tribal designs—woven with my kids’ names—honor my roots and my reason to stay clean. I ride across the U.S. on my Harley, living life free, chasing sunsets, and writing a new chapter with every mile.

With $25,000, I’d take my kids on a journey around the world—exploring cultures, chasing sunsets, and collecting meaningful tattoos that tell our story. From Tokyo to Tahiti, each stop would be a page in our legacy—inked in passion, growth, and memories. This isn’t just a trip—it’s healing, bonding, and turning scars into art.