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The two koi represent balance—the constant movement between opposing forces that defines growth. Light and dark, strength and vulnerability, discipline and freedom. Acceptance is about finding peace in that balance, not trying to erase one side or the other.
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Patience means trusting that progress is happening even when you can’t see it yet. Every pass of the needle, every line drawn, every step forward matters—whether in art or in personal growth.
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The story I want Honor and Ink to tell is the process of transforming what can be viewed as mistakes into stories of triumph. (not the bad tattoos. LOL) Not just isolated tattoos, but a body of work that flows together—symbols, memories, and meaning woven into something larger. Each tattoo, like each blog entry, is…
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Just like a tattoo doesn’t come together in one stroke, healing doesn’t happen in one session. It’s about consistency, patience, and being willing to let someone guide you who has the experience to help. That takes trust—and trust isn’t easy.
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Tattoo artist improving shading skills with Tattooing 101’s Artist Hour while joining Inktober 2025—progress, practice, and keeping it fun.
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So if you are struggling with what you are seeing as failures, take a moment to breathe, learn from the lessons that life is teaching you, and then keep putting in your reps. And once you figure it out, take a moment to celebrate your success. And maybe figure out how to share your lesson…
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Art has always been more than just decoration — it’s survival. For centuries, humans have turned to creation as a way to process grief, celebrate life, and carry stories too heavy to speak out loud. Tattoos are no different. They are art etched into skin, therapy carried on the body.