Emily Ibarra

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

I am the queen of my own story. I've turned every page of my life with purpose, fought battles that tried to break me, and emerged stronger with each chapter. The crown I wear isn't given-it's earned through pain, healing, and triumph. No matter what challenges lie ahead, I carry the unshakable belief that I will conquer anything, because I've already survived everything that was meant to destroy me. This ink is more than art-it's my armor.

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

My tattoos are more than just ink on skin-they are a reflection of my journey, a map of every hardship l've faced and the strength I found to overcome them. Each design holds a story, a moment of pain turned into power, a reminder that even in my darkest times, I kept going. They represent the battles that shaped me, the scars I no longer hide, and the resilience that lives within me. My tattoos are my strength made visible, a personal testament that l've been through!

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would share it with the people who have stood by me through every chapter of my life my family, my friends, and those who helped shape the person I am today. They've offered love, support, and strength when I needed it most, and this would be my way of giving back. I'd make sure to support my community too, investing in the places and people that lifted me up when I felt like falling. It wouldn't just be about money-it would be a thank you, a gesture of gratitude and a step toward helping othe