William Simpson

Connect What inspired your most recent tattoo?

I have a dragon tattoo wrapped along my upper arm and shoulder, surrounded by traditional Thai cloud patterns. It’s more than just ink—it’s a reflection of where I come from and who I am. I was raised in Thailand, and being half Thai, my connection to the culture runs deep. This piece is a tribute to that part of my identity. The dragon in my tattoo isn't the fire-breathing Western kind. It’s inspired by the mythical Asian dragons—symbols of power, wisdom, and prot

If your ink could speak, what would it say?

In Thai folklore, dragons are often associated with water and spiritual guardianship, and that meaning really spoke to me. The way the dragon coils around my arm represents resilience and strength, but also grace qualities I grew up admiring in Thai stories and the people around me. The clouds are drawn in a traditional Thai style, soft yet dynamic, flowing with the dragon’s movement. They give the tattoo a sense of motion, like the dragon is soaring through the sky or emerging from a sto

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would give the money to my parents. They have always been there for me, through every stage of my life, and especially during the times when I needed them most. Their support emotionally, financially, and unconditionally has shaped the person I am today. I owe so much of my success and resilience to them. They’ve made countless sacrifices for me, and giving this money to them would be one small way to show my gratitude. It’s important to me that they feel appreciated and cared fo