Katie Canup

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

My most recent tattoo stretches across the top of my stomach—a beautifully detailed skeleton. I’ve always been obsessed with skeletons and had one covered up about a year ago, so this felt like something I needed. There's an eye in its mouth, which I later realized sits right at my solar plexus—like the soul looking out. That wasn’t planned, but it felt right. It’s beautiful, and I love that I can keep building on it

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

I don’t think my ink would talk much—it just kind of sits with me, quietly marking different parts of my life. Some remind me of when I was reckless, some when I played it too safe, and some when I stopped caring what anyone thought. Even the ones I’ve covered still hold pieces of who I was. They don’t need to say anything—they already say enough just being there

What would you do with the $25,000?

I’d use it to create some breathing room—maybe a house, maybe savings, maybe something that helps me and my kids feel a little more grounded. I don’t have it all figured out, but I know it’d go toward building a more solid future instead of just surviving day to day.