Art runs in my blood—from my uncle to my great-grandfather, a pirate tattoo artist. It’s where I find peace.
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I create through painting, tattooing, drawing, and some digital work. I love the feel of a paintbrush—the movement and freedom it brings. Tattooing is magic, watching a piece come alive on someone’s skin. Drawing with pencil feels the most natural, like an extension of me, connecting directly to the paper. Every form of art I create comes from emotion and allows me to express what words can’t.
Where do you find inspiration?I find inspiration all around me—from dreams to ideas I’ve seen, to the visions my clients bring. Every moment has the potential to become art.
What would you do with $25,000?I would use it to invest in more art supplies so I can continue teaching children and teens different forms of art. I would also use it to grow my tattoo career and expand my skills. Traveling to Europe to study great artists and their work would allow me to deepen my knowledge and bring that inspiration back into everything I create.
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