Hi everyone,

This is not easy to write, but right now my family and I need help.

I’m a professional tattoo artist, and tattooing is how I support my household. Over the past several months, the industry has experienced a drastic slowdown. Bookings that were once consistent have dropped sharply, and despite actively marketing, adjusting pricing, and taking every appointment I can, the income just hasn’t been enough to keep up with rent and basic living costs.

We’ve already cut expenses down to the essentials. There’s no luxury here—just rent, utilities, food, and keeping a roof over our heads. Unfortunately, this slowdown hit faster and harder than we could prepare for, and we’re now facing a gap we can’t bridge on our own.

This fundraiser is specifically to cover rent and immediate household expenses while I continue working, rebuilding bookings, and stabilizing income. I’m not giving up, and I’m not asking anyone to solve everything—just to help us get through this stretch without losing our home.

If you’re able to donate, even a small amount, it would make a real and immediate difference. If you can’t donate, sharing this helps more than you know.

Thank you for reading, for caring, and for supporting my family during a difficult moment. We are deeply grateful.

— Matthew