My Nipple Tattoo Journey

My WHY…

I decided to learn to tattoo nipples and areolas after a humiliating experience with my male paramedical tattoo artist. I was so excited to get my tattoos and be done with the cancer journey.  The 3D realistic nipples and areolas were my last step. I really wanted this journey to be in my rear view mirror, but first I had to drive to Forth Worth.

 Before I went to my appointment, I called the artist that worked for my plastic surgeon and asked him if I could send him a picture of the 3D realistic nipples that I liked and would like for him to create because I had seen the work of Sherah at Ink Boutique Houston. He said sure, we can do that, and then promptly forgot. When I arrived to my appointment and reminded him, his whole attitude changed, it was if he was angry.  This caused me to be VERY uncomfortable. He did not treat me with kindness or compassion.  He did not speak to me unless it was to tell me to stand in the corner for.  I was topless and felt vulnerable and humiliated. I struggled not to cry during the LONG 2 hour appointment. I NEVER wanted ANYONE to feel that way while getting tattooed, much less someone who had been through cancer.  It was unacceptable and someone had to do better. I decided to go to school to become certified for nipples and areolas because I knew I could do better.