About the Artist

Hello loves I’m Kiara, Ecuadorian American born and raised NYC/NJ Lenapehoking land

Some things about me is that I’m a sagittarius, I’m the oldest sister in my family and if I’m not tattooing I’m usually out hiking/foraging somewhere in NYC or making Lino cuts.

Becoming a tattoo artist has been one of my greatest accomplishments and joys. This art form has awakened a part of me that yearns to be in service of communal healing.

Sumaq Warmi

Here’s a lil poem of gratitudes I wrote in honor of the elements

To the waters that hold our memories. The ancestor within us who cleanses and purifies our bodies and spirit.

May we nourish ourselves with your clarity Yaqu Mama

To the fires of unconditional love. The element of light who reminds us of our resilience. May we vibrate with love in our hearts Nina Mama

To the earth the element of creation. Our home, our sacred bodies, our neighbors.

May we connect and be one, may we feel whole with you Alpa Mama

To the air who dances all around us. Thank you for embodying freedom and gifting us with messages from beyond.

May we head your warning and honor our divinities for the betterment of our world. Wayra Mama