For some, tattoos can be a meaningful way to memorialize a moment in time or express passions and desires with beautiful artwork — it is a way to literally make your mark. Avery, Jade, Katie, and Wendy gathered to show off their unique designs and share the meaning behind their ink.
“All of my tattoos have been sort of milestones and reminders of what I have experienced over my life so far. I struggled with an eating disorder in college and finally got my first tattoo that encompassed both embracing my body and the struggles that I went through in healing myself to grow into the woman I am today.
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“From there, I just fell in love with tattoos and how empowering but also healing they can be to a person.”
-Avery Smith
“I love the rush and I love that every tattoo has a story behind it.”
- Jade Townsend
“I believe body art allows us to express our personalities, and tell our stories. As a tattoo artist I look at every single design as a privilege and am honored to be trusted with my clients’ stories.”
- Kati Olsen
“My tattoos are like a journal of life. I think that even if I didn't care for a particular tattoo anymore, it would always be a reminder of what or who I found important at that time and it would still be sentimental.”
