Custom ink since 1993: I have never picked anything off the wall or used flash.
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My last tattoo was inspired by trust and the empty canvas of my left thigh. I gave full creative freedom to my artist of over a decade, a master who knows my heart & soul (no, we never dated). With no preconceived design, I embraced the unknown, arriving at the appointment open to surprise. Hours later, vibrant, meaningful art emerged, a testament to commitment. This ink is more than a tattoo; it’s a story of trust, surrender, moving with me through life’s ever evolving chapters.
If your ink could speak, what would it say?"Don't take life so serious." It speaks of 30+ years of transformation—darkness and light, pain, joy, my truth. The lucky cat on my right leg purrs of a wild Thailand trip, bamboo hand-tapping ink into the skin, in an open-air hut, wild experience. My Star Trek tat beams the glory of Ed Hardy watching his son Doug tattoo me in San Fran, a moment framed in a photo. Each mark sings of strength, independence, power, and a wicked sense of humor, mapping my journey...
What would you do with the $25,000?Hire a manager to run my yoga studio for a month, allowing a much-needed break after the past five years of non-stop work building the business. Follow my dream of exploring ancient sites, like Egypt’s pyramids or Peru’s Rainbow Mountains, immersing myself in travel and more spiritual discovery. The remaining funds would seed new business ideas, fueling innovation & growth. Cheers to more rest, adventure, and my entrepreneurial vision- paving the way for a bigger, bolder future.
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