Connect What is your favorite type of art to create?

I’m obsessed with portraits. It always starts with graphite on paper, capturing a specific look or emotion through shading. My favorite thing is taking that fine-art detail from a pencil sketch and translating it into a black and grey realistic tattoo. That transition from paper to skin is everything to me.

Where do you find inspiration?

My inspiration is rooted in a lifelong love for art that began in my early childhood, I’ve been captivated by drawing and the wonders of our planet for as long as I can remember. Today, I find my greatest muse in human emotion. There is an unexplainable satisfaction in translating someone’s deepest feelings into permanent art on their skin. Seeing a client’s face light up when they see the finished piece is a feeling beyond compare, it’s a pure, joyful connection that fuels my soul every day.

What would you do with $25,000?

I currently operate out of my room, which I’ve carefully converted into a dedicated tattoo space, but my vision is much larger. With $25,000, I would establish a high-level professional studio, a sanctuary that meets the highest industry standards. Beyond the equipment, this space would serve as a creative hub where I can host workshops to mentor aspiring artists. My goal is to share everything I’ve learned, fostering a stronger community and empowering others to turn their passion into a craft.