Taylor Tipton

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

My most recent tattoo was inspired by a moth I found at a music festival. It had a damaged wing, yet it still fluttered with such quiet strength. That moment stuck with me—how something so delicate and imperfect could still be so beautiful and full of life. As someone who loves nature and sees parts of myself in its flaws and resilience, the moth felt like a perfect symbol. It now lives on my skin as a reminder to embrace my own imperfections with love.

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

If my ink could speak, it would tell the story of the struggles I’ve faced and the strength it took to overcome them. It would speak of pain, growth, and resilience—of moments I thought would break me but ended up shaping me. Each piece would whisper that there is beauty in every scar, every flaw, and every chapter I’ve lived through. My tattoos are proof that even the hardest parts of life can turn into something meaningful and beautiful.

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would use the $25,000 to buy a car. In 2023, my car was stolen with all my belongings inside while I was in the middle of moving. At the time, I was living in a rough area in Saint Louis, MO, and losing both my car and my things was devastating. I had just bought that car six months before it was taken, and I’ve been without one since, still trying to pay off the loan. This money would help me regain stability and independence after such a major setback.