Finding Strength in Ink: Stories of Recovery and Resilience

With an affinity for Norse mythology and Egyptian culture, guest Chris Shaddock’s tattoos beautifully weave together his stories of recovery and resilience.

From his first tattoo to more intricate designs representing his journey of 8-years’ service with the US Army, sobriety, a love for music, his battle with stage 4 prostate cancer, and a treble clef guitar inked while visiting Italy, each tattoo carries deep personal meaning.

The level of detail and thought put into Chris’ tattoos is truly remarkable, and each work of art serves as a daily reminder of his fierce strength, resilience, and tenacity.

Along with his extraordinary ink stories, Chris shares the importance of collaborating with a tattoo artist who not only can create stunning artwork but also understands how to work with different skin tones to deliver exceptional results.

Shoutout to JAK at Main Street Tattoo, Gardner, MA for his outstanding artwork for Chris.

If you're as fascinated by tattoos and the stories behind them as I am, then you’ll love this episode!

Tap here to learn more about Chris and connect with him online... and hop on over to Your Ink Story’s Instagram feed to watch the video reel showcasing Chris’ many INKspirational tattoos.

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