Finishing a leg sleeve isn’t just a physical accomplishment—it’s a psychological one.
For the past 16 months, @robyn.gogue has shown up. Not just for the appointments, but for the process. The commitment it takes to sit through hours of discomfort, to return again and again knowing the pain that’s coming, to trust me with every inch of their body and vision—it’s something most people don’t realize until they’re in it.
There’s a mental shift that happens during a long project like this. It becomes more than a tattoo—it becomes a journey of discipline, resilience, and surrender. You don’t just get tattooed… you grow. You change. You let go of control and allow someone else to translate what’s in your mind and heart into something permanent.
As the artist, I carry that just as deeply. I’m not just showing up to tattoo—I’m showing up to guide, to hold space, to connect. These sessions become a ritual, a space where energy is exchanged and trust is built. Robyn didn’t just sit through the pain—she brought herself fully into every session. And in that space, we created something far more meaningful than just a leg sleeve. We created connection, built over time and ink and intention.
This is the kind of work I live for. Projects that challenge me technically, stretch me creatively, and allow me to fully step into who I am as an artist. Large-scale, cohesive pieces that reflect both the client’s vision and my own artistic voice. This sleeve doesn’t just belong to Robyn—it’s also a reflection of everything I love about tattooing.
Robyn, thank you. Thank you for your trust, your commitment, your openness. Thank you for showing up not just as a client, but as a collaborator—and ultimately, a friend. This piece may be finished, but the bond it formed is permanent.
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