Set In Stone, Your Solid Style

And finally claim your freedom!

"Find and align with your true calling. Because once you do, you become more of who you were meant to be".


With regards to finding your own true purpose, and passion, and being happy, in what you find. I've learnt from experience, that with all the uncertainty, which can surround us, in our daily lives, you do have the knowledge and know how, to begin creating your own certainty! One which you can rely on, and trust. Because you're the one who can finally determine, your own empowering, uplifting, and energetic direction, with more certainty, than you've given yourself credit for.....

I love this quote, came across it today, and contained in a book by John Mason ..

"Even a turtle doesn't get ahead, unless he sticks his neck out".....


And even though I'm no turtle, I believe, am almost very nearly there, and inching closer to 'getting ahead.

Initially, had set out on my quest, to fully embrace the freedom of independent living. And to create a lifestyle, which would allow me, to continue to do what I most enjoyed, while still making a living. Something which is so incredibly possible, it amazes me, why its taken so long, to not have realized it, several years before.

Never mind... Was able to finally get the ball rolling anyway, with the setting up of my various websites, which are now pretty much established, and by leveraging some of me artworks through into other more established platforms, and sites, for more exposure of my work, as well.
This has been very helpful, to my overall goals.

I find now, that there is, more welcome interaction, with visitors to my sites. As they leave encouraging comments, which inspires me to continue, with what I set out to do. It really is actions like those, from complete strangers, and from friends and family, which help in pursuing this life-path direction, for the long-term. And is very much appreciated.


Come see for yourself.

Tina Ink's Encouraging Blog Comments

And while you're in there, do check out the 'Inspired Fusion Art' gallery, as I've added a few more recent designs, at the very end of the scrolling.


My PURPOSE, for doing all of this

And there are very valid ones. Its for the Freedom!
Freedom of TIME
Freedom of LOCATION
Freedom of JUST BEING
Freedom of INSPIRATION

And for the ultimate happiness, satisfaction, and my own gratitude, which comes from knowing that, all of this hard work, focus, time and energy, is all worth it. As I'm doing what I love.....The journey, so far, has been really enlightening, and have learnt so much, along the way.
Of most importance is,... with all that I do, it will always give back to someone, somewhere, somehow, for their own life improvement, growth, and inspiration.


"Demonstrate an alternative way forward, by 'walking the talk'...& providing an example of something in action. For the better".


I know theres some distance to go yet, but at least, the effort has been made, and I didn't just talk about doing something....And no matter how long it takes, for any one of my projects to get off the ground....the fact that it eventually does, is all that matters.






My Latest Stone Piece, already in Frame

Just an update on Stoneline Creations.
When I thought of a title for this particular piece, I didn't have to wait long before it came to me. Based on its natural shape, and its solid form, and because working with stone helps me to appreciate the very ground we walk on, and to value the natural earth around us,...as our environment is rapidly changing....this is what I decided to call it.


For me, I LOVE being able to live through my ART.

And to express, through it, what I believe to be important. A Hand-crafted piece of original Artwork, carved in stone, and made by my hands. To remind us all, that the Earth, is indeed a sacred place. And to care for it now....

If you'd like to order a print, of this very image, then do click into the 'framed art, itself, where you can then navigate through, and choose from the various framing options for it.

** Art Gives Me Peace ** and life-long inspiration. I hope it can be that for you too.

Am also happy to announce the part-publishing of some of my other site, I've been working on, when time permitted.... I already have pages, with articles and graphics, yet to be finalized, in there, but, wanted to just share the beginnings of it here...

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Tina INK: TATTOO ART: Drawing On Skin

"The action of drawing on skin either, illustrations, patterns, shapes, designs, words, or images, with the use of ink-infused tools, to draw through the skin, delivering the lines, shades, tones and colours of an overall intended image"

Here, I'm not gonna go heavily into the origins or history of Tattooing so much, but instead share my own progression in this area, as its something I've considered diversifying into for a long time, based on the many requests received.

The Art of Tattooing is an interesting one. Attitudes toward them have changed dramatically over the years, as you see more and more people, the world over, choosing to wear one. All of varying degrees, sizes, colours, and styles. With some designs being detailed and intricate, leaving you wondering 'how'd they do that?', to other designs being small, simple, and subtle. And all personal to the wearer. An expression of individual character, culture, and flavour.

Nowadays, its been associated with the glam industry too, with high profile celebs proudly showing their 'inked' skin as their personal statements of who they are, what they're about, and whats important to them.

The Tattoo has evolved into something more accepted and accessable to most people, in general society today. Even though its been around for hundreds of years, particularly within the indigenous cultures. And with the amazing selection of creative designs currently available, or yet to be created, then the whole industry is in excellent stead for not only a renewed ressurgence, but with a heightened vigour.


In the Samoan culture, historically, the sacred ceremonial application and process involved with being especially chosen and bestowed a full traditional 'Pe'a' Tattoo (traditionally for high-ranking males) or 'Malu' Tattoo (traditionally for high-ranking females) were a significant display of status, within a community, and what that person means to that community. And how they represent in all things 'traditional and customary within the culture, and a respected 'rite of passage'. While this full customary process is still practised, by some, using all the traditional tools, preparations, and protocols,

a newer generation, of Pacific tattooists, have evolved the designs into a more contemporary variation, while still maintaining specific cultural motifs, from the original Pe'a and Malu, to identify with, as all symbols, in the original, have special and significant meaning.
Sonny Bill Willams NZ Sports Icon (Right)
No, I'm not the designer of his sleeve.

But, when I did design a 'sleeve' (Left) for a family member, I firstly researched all I could find out, about cultural patterns and symbols, as this is what I based the heart of the design around. I found it both interesting and fascinating, to learn what most of the symbols meant. And that they weren't just random 'designer' shapes, but actually hold great significance as separate parts of a whole. Once I understood this, I began to create the design, with the use of the coded symbols. It just felt right.

So far, this is how my design appears on the arm. It is still yet to be completed, but, the tattooist has a blueprint copy of the design, to work from, in order to complete it. But, it is now my preference, to train in this area, so that I can eventually tattoo my own designs onto people, as they require.
More designs are being requested for me to create, and I'll upload, only after the recipients have seen and approved of them first. It takes a bit of time for me to create detailed finished drawings, of a good standard, so thanks heaps for the patience. Other 'free-style' designs, I create, will be uploaded, both in this blog, and on my other website, I'm continuing to work on, and will combine all of my workings, into that website too.


Like most specialists, its important to have some credentials. You wouldn't go get an aching tooth pulled out by a Hairstylist, unless they were a Dentist too...lol...But seriously, if seeking a tattoo, make sure the Tattoo Artist is proven. Check out their work first, always. The permanence of tattooing is that important! Nothing worse than paying your hard-earned cash only to find your 'Tat' ain't a 'happening' thing. Don't live in regret, just do it right the first time. But, still, thankfully theres some amazingly gifted Tattoo Artists out there to tidy up any mistakes accidently made by another. So, its always important to research thoroughly first, before making any long-term decisions in this.


And just to 'err' on the side of caution here. If you're a young person reading this, and you're interested in a Tattoo, and still under the care of your parents, I recommend talk to them openly about it first. They only have your best interests at heart, until you're mature enough to make your own decisions.


To everyone else, keep tabs on this space, and I'll update you as I go with my upskilling into this area of Tattoo Art: Drawing On Skin ! My new business venture, 'www.tinaink.com'...

Link through to * Tina Ink * here!


I'll share with you, through this process of setting up, how you can establish a viable new venture, in anything you decide. As long as you have some skill or knowledge and experience of something, then, thats good enough to consider expanding into as well.



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