Owley, Renee

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University of Washington: UW Tacoma Digital Commons

I wonder, why do you hate art so much?Is it because you thinkmy modifications were a waste of money?Are you offended becausethe God you follow created me,meant for me to remain pure?Does your God see me as tainted?Unworthy?Do you see me as underserving of respect?Do you see yourself, unspoiled, above me?I see my body as a blank slate.A canvas, waiting to be painted.I can assure you, my art has nothing to do with my work ethic.I promise that my tattooshave not robbed me of my compassion,nor am I looking to corruptthe leaders of tomorrow with my heathen ways.This ink does not weigh down my soul.I have not become cruel.“Tattooed” is not synonymous with “indecent.”It’s not a phase I’ll regret later.That’s Okay, My Tattoos Don’t Like You EitherRenee Owley82Your art is on the wall.Mine is on my skin.I’ll look just as good as you in fifty years or so.83

That\u27s Okay, My Tattoos Don\u27t Like You Either

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That\u27s Okay, My Tattoos Don\u27t Like You Either

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