When we go on short trips we often know exactly what we expect at the end, but when it comes to our lives and careers we’ve seen far too often we shy away from really thinking through where we expect to be at the end and what we hope our legacy will be. So, we wanted to encourage conversations on the topic of legacy and you’ll find highlights from our conversation from some wonderful members of the business and creative community below.

Tim Cullen

There will be a day that I become a footnote in a multi million dollar industry the best legacy I can hope for is that long after I’m gone people are still looking to buy my pieces on the secondary market. I want to be remembered as the maker who was unique and creative Read more>>

Bree Solomon

When we opened this business with the hope that we’d be able to cater to clients in a way that felt like they were part of something more than just a one time tattoo or a guest in someone else’s culture or industry. We wanted people to feel like they were friends and not just another number we took in for that day. That their designs were memories and experiences left impressions on both them and us while at the same time cementing us in the community as a safe place for anyone who wanted to partake in this amazing industry full of art and living canvases. Read more>>

Jacqueline Herrera

I hope that my legacy will be that I made people feel beautiful in their own skin. I have so many clients (myself included) that pick themselves apart when they are already absolutely gorgeous! I hope to make others feel comfortable, loved and give them the tools and services they need to feel the best they possibly can in their own skin. Read more>>

Dohomey Brown

What I hope my legacy will be is that I always lead with love and kindness. I believe the love and kindness you give in this world will always come back ten fold. I always want my clients and students to feel safe and at home with me. If I am able to make one person feel more confident, more loved, more pride within themselves that’s all I can ask for. I work extremely hard to be consistent, punctual and professional at all times. I can always tell the people around me appreciate that because not only do they continue to come but they show me so much love in return. Read more>>

Ray Stith

I’m in business for my children. I have a son and daughter, and I want them to see their parents facing new challenges and having success doing so. I always tell my children that they can accomplish anything that they are willing to work hard enough for. Everything that you set out to accomplish will have a price that needs to be paid, some greater than others. If you are willing to pay that price, there is nothing that can’t be done. Read more>>

Asia Raine

I desire to leave a legacy that stimulates society to mature spiritually in unique and diverse ways authentic to each soul. Where unworthy rulers and critical voices are refused access and the rightful place of instinctual growth is valued and nurtured. I recognize my place in this world as one of its most determined guardians, assertively engaging with life, knowing we are strongest as we call forward recruits when in need and stand fiercely alone if required, to hold sacred space for self and others. Read more>>

Nikki McKnight

I want my legacy to be known by the lives I’ve touched. I love really hard on the people around me. I encourage them to speak positivity into their lives, focus on their goals and just spread genuine love to themselves and others. We need more love and positivity in this world. That’s what I aim to keep around me. Once I conquered self love and speaking light into my life, my whole world changed for the better. Read more>>

Lisa Medley

When I think about my legacy, impact is the word that comes up for me. I want to positively impact the lives of Black women in a way that builds their hope, resilience, and a path to a better life for their families. Read more>>

Shauna Devenport

I truly hope my legacy is one where, when people look back on their images, they see timeless memories and moments captured. I want them to see their connection, their love, their youth, their beauty, their laughter, their joy… I want my clients to truly see themselves the way that I see them and find something new about each image years later that they love and adore. Read more>>

Esther Mckenzie

I hope to leave a legacy of defying commitment, thats pushes the pursuit of passion. I want my bloodline to remember me as someone who was consistent, and focused, and hell-bent on not repeating the past of the generations before her. Based on what I’ve seen growing up, what I’ve experienced within my lifetime, and also what I have noticed, I have made the decision, that I will not fall in the same cycle, and that I will succeed. Passion conquers all. Once you have that, you’re set. Read more>>

La Shawn Thompson

While I am here I am creating my legacy daily. The first thing I did was heal dysfunctional relationships in my lineage by healing myself and marrying my husband. We both believe in having a healthy family unit and we show our children that daily. The next thing that is truly important to me is healthy eating and exercising. I do this and I include my girls and they love it. Read more>>

Dr. Anesha Fuller

I hope my legacy leaves behind one Idea. This Idea is: If I can do it, you can do it, and life is not a one-size fit shoe. You can grow, explore, and think out of the box”. I want my legacy to leave this behind because I come from a background that stifles growth, and it is a one size fits all shoe for everything. If you think out of the box or break societal norms, it is considered showing off and acting better than someone else, but it allows a person to step out of their comfort zone for greatness. Greatness can never be achieved by fitting into someone’s norms. Greatness is achieved by thinking outside the box and being comfortable with breaking societal norms. Read more>>

Gio Toninelo

To me, legacy is the connection to the past, present, and future. As a filmmaker, I strive to create stories that will be remembered and talked about for generations to come. To be a voice for the voiceless and a platform for the unheard while trying to innovate, inspire, and challenge the boundaries of storytelling. I mean, I always think that we are the ones writing the script of this connecting thread to the future and I take this responsibility seriously. Read more>>