Maria Dove

Every piece represents a chapter in my life. There’s many chapters written and many yet to be inked.

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What inspired your most recent tattoo?

I was diagnosed with breast cancer during the pandemic lockdown and had to have a bilateral mastectomy. My husband had to leave me at the hospital doors and wait for me to be released. It was a very emotional time. After seeing all my scars I decided on a chest piece to help in my healing process. The artist hand drew the design and after many tears and hours later it came to life. Shortly afterwards I lost my grandfather and had an image of him walking away with fading footprints on my arm.

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

This woman lives!

What would you do with the $25,000?

I’ve always had to be the responsible one. Saving and paying off debts. If I was the lucky recipient I would want to use it on a once in a lifetime trip to Asia and Europe. To walk the Great Wall and see Cherry Blossoms in person is on my wish list.

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