Holly Foote

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

My newest tattoos were inspired by my beautiful 9-year-old daughter—the last of three but the first I’ve had the blessing to raise—and by my loving, accepting husband who has seen me, supported me, and stood by both of us since she was just 9 months old. Their love and strength guide me every day, and I wanted my ink to reflect the deep bond, growth, and purpose they've brought into my life.

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

If my ink could speak, it would tell the story of a past life filled with pain, addiction, and self-mutilation—where the needle and ink weren’t just art, but a mask, a coping tool to feel some sense of normalcy. Each line would whisper truths I once hid: the struggle to survive, the silent cries for help, and the journey from darkness to healing. My ink holds the scars and strength of who I was and who I’m becoming.

What would you do with the $25,000?

With $25,000, I’d start building an ink-based organization to support those who struggle with self-mutilation. Even though it would take more, it’s a start toward creating a safe space for healing through art. It’s a proven fact—those who self-harm aren’t trying to die, they’re trying to survive. I want to offer hope, understanding, and transformation through ink, turning pain into purpose.