Baifan's Tattoo Journey

Baifan is a client and long time fan of Apple all the way from Xi'an, China.

He is a warm and highly spirited individual who has been following Apple while she was in Singapore.

Fate has it that we were in Xi'an in 2014, and he jumped upon the opportunity to getting his tattoo inked by the artist he admired the most - Apple!

Below is his story in his own words translated for your reading pleasure:

Sailing Boat:

"If life's journey is a drama, then a man with tattoos is the leading man of this drama!"

This sailing boat isn't my first tattoo, yet it's the most meaningful one yet. I've known Apple Qu for many years. Even though she was in Singapore and I'm in China, our distance did not prevented me from admiring her artistic skills and commendable passion for tattooing. In my heart, I've long determined that she's the one to inking this sailing boat on me.

In the Summer of 2014, fate has destined that our path should finally cross. Apple arrived in my city (Xi'an), and we finally met for the first time. After a brief discussion of my tattoo, she completely understood my vision and motivation for this tattoo. Thanks to her, I've also gained a fuller understanding of the fine art of tattooing,

Perhaps it is because of the literal meaning of my Chinese name - Bai Fan meaning White Sail or ship, I've always been fascinated by the idea of having a sailing boat as a tattoo. While surfing the web one day, I stumbled upon the design for this tattoo. You could call it love at first sight. After setting eyes on this particular design, I have never looked elsewhere ever again!

In life you will have to face many ups and downs, but how many of us have the determination and perseverance to brave the stormy seas? Only with strong faith, will one be able to persevere this stormy voyage. The sailing boat symbolizes my level of perseverance and commitment to succeed in and navigate through life's stormy seas. And thanks to this determination, my life journey has begun!

Footprints:

In life's journey, regardless of whether you're a good or bad guy, your love towards your children will always be the most beautiful thing there is. Children is God's most precious gift to us, one that requires our utmost care and love. That's why I've added the imprints of my little darling to my left calve!