Eleven, Twelve, Thirteen and fourteen

XI

The Only Monsters Are In My Mind

This was done in november by Four Eyes Tattoo and is a reminder to myself that often the things that do the most damage to me and can do the most damage are often built up in my own mind and that i need to stop thinking self destructively.

XII

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I wanted something to complement what is already on the fingers on my left hand and settled on this, its clean and simple and I'm extremely happy with it, it was done late December by Aidan Mckenzie.

XIII

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This tattoo I received for several personal reasons and is a constant reminder to me whenever I look in the mirror, this was also completed late december by Aidan Mckenzie.

XIV

My Assault On The Commonplace

Adapted from a line from one of my favourite TV shows, it really resonated with me as I enjoy being slightly against the norm in the sense that I dislike feeling like I'm dressing like everyone else and strive to have a unique style, and just generally try to truly be a unique individual that clashes with the norm, completed today by Four Eyes Tattoo.

Nine and ten

                                 

IX

Home is where the homies are...

Tattoo number nine done by four eyes tattoo again. My home has always been with my friends, I never felt comfortable and would spend most of my time at friends homes. My friends have always been there for me and supported me no matter what and I will always be there for them and do anything for them.

                               

X

             For a week.

Sleep is for the weak.

This was a fun tattoo done by four eyes tattoo. I love sleep more then almost any activity and this to me was such a clever way to describe how I feel about sleep, I love it, but I also feel like I waste so much of my time in bed. 

Seven and Eight

                                     

VII 

Some times I wonder

Done by Foureyestattoo (Instagram same name) this is a piece by artist Jack Pierson and has been tattooed in his own handwriting. I have been a big fan of his work for sometime, and this specific piece really speaks to me due to my habit of overthinking everything, and constantly pondering on what if scenarios. 

                                   

VIII

I've Become Consumed By Sound

Also done by Foureyestattoo, this is one of my all time favourite quotes, it resonates with me as I wasn't an acid listener to music, only really doing it on public transport, but several years ago that changed completely and I now find myself listening to music almost 24/7 and find it more strange if I'm not listening to something then if I am, music is also one of the only things I know that will always put me in a good mood.

My Accessories

I.

Nothing ventured Nothing gained.

I received this in November of 2010 from Max's tattoo village in Potts point, the meaning for me was that by nature I'm very indecisive and often choose not to take risks, which occasionally I have regretted, this is a reminder to myself that sometimes in life it is necessary to take risks to get what we want. 

II.

The figure of a lamb, the feats of a lion.

I received my second tattoo in July of 2011 from Caleb at Tattoo Magic in Melbourne. Taken from a Shakespeare play this quote is very meaningful to me as I was teased for my size all throughout high school, this is to remind myself that size does not and never will impact on my potential.

III

Live Fast Die Young. 

My third tattoo was from the Illustrated Man in Sydney in March of 2013. I always felt I was going to die early, due to poor choices, and not the healthiest lifestyle, this is a reminder to myself that life is incredibly fragile and to live each moment as much as possible

IV

You Are No 1, You Are No. 1.

This was my fourth tattoo, also from the Illustrated Man, I received this in late August of 2013, this for me, reinforces that nothing is forever and that my own and everyone's feelings change on a daily basis, which may mean I lose someone important but as time goes on someone else will fill that void and my own feelings will continue to develop and change. 

V.

Stressed Depressed But Well Dressed. 

I got this tattoo from Instagram; Foureyestattoo today. Earlier this year I saw this quote and it truly resonated with me, and I feel is an incredibly accurate description of myself at this stage in my life. I have struggled with emotional issues but the one constant passion in my life, that is clothing and fashion, has really helped me in these times, due to finding like minded individuals to speak with and just the ability for nice clothing and a nice outfit that I put together to instantly lift my mood. 

VI

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Also done by Foureyestattoo today is this little tattoo on my knuckles of my left hand. I have always wanted knuckle tattoos, and I was always wanting something which was simple yet visually appearing, after tossing around a couple different ideas I stuck with this one and am really happy with it, I can't wait to go back on the 2nd to get something on my right hand which compliments this, decisions, decisions. 

I apologise for only having mobile photos of these tattoos at this stage, I will try to update with high res shots soon! I have a shoot this weekend for this blog, so stay posted for that to be uploaded early next week! Take care and much love!