I never plan a tattoo. There’s no printed lines to follow, no fixed design to guide me. Just the person in front of me, a brush in my hand, and a conversation. Not only is there not a stencil on the skin to follow, but there is no preparation. We brainstorm ideas and develop a composition together, in real-time, moments before we start tattooing. But why? When I first began tattooing, this concept felt terrifying - to draw directly onto someone’s skin without the safety of a plan. But over...

This month I am creating a special work of art. A work of art that, for the first time in a while, will not walk away once it's complete. I'll be creating this one on canvas, not on skin. I have an ambitious plan to create an epic painting inspired by a powerful story, and I'm going to share the creative process in much greater depth than I've ever done before. I'm deeply excited. being ready for a new work of art isn't just a practical or emotional matter, it's also a matter of serendipity...

I’ve been feeling quiet lately. These phases come and go periodically, and have done, for as long as I can remember. Sometimes it lasts a couple days, usually it’s a week or two. I feel at peace here, in the liminal space between realms. My feet don’t always need to be on the ground, to be in touch with reality. That’s why I love physical expression. It allows me to channel feelings that I can’t yet put into words. It lets me quietly point at things, without breaking the silence. I can share...