Daniel Morillo

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

My most recent tattoo is a laurel wreath across my clavicle, which is definitely one of the more painful places to get tattooed. What drew me to the laurel wreath was its meaning in Greek and Roman mythology. Back then, emperors, victors, and leaders would wear laurel crowns as a symbol of power, triumph, and honor. To me, the placement on the clavicle makes it even more meaningful, it’s like carrying a symbol of strength and resilience

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

My ink would say it’s art telling the story of my life, a reflection of what’s most meaningful to me. Each piece carries deep symbolism, from mythology to personal milestones, all representing who I am. It’s more than skin; it’s a visual diary of strength, passion, and the things that have shaped me

What would you do with the $25,000?

I’m not sure if the $25,000 has to go toward tattoos, but if it does, I’d turn my body into a living canvas, telling an epic story across skin: mythology, my journey as an immigrant, my battles, my triumphs. If it’s personal, I’d help my family back home, support immigrant communities chasing their dreams, and remind others that strength isn’t just inked on skin, it’s lived, shared, and passed on