We wanted to introduce our readers to the talented Antonella Raimondo who is a fine line Dotwork Tattoo artist based in London.
She created this beautiful tattoo design of our tuxie Newman (below left).
Born and raised in a small town near Genoa, Italy, Antonella developed a profound love for art at a very young age. She first developed her skills in painting spending most of her free time tucked away in her garage, where with a burst of creativity, most of her early artworks came to life.
After moving to London in 2010 she also became a tattoo artist.
Antonella believes that our pets are much more than just companions, they are our spiritual connectors. The intricacy of her drawings are one of the signs of our universal connection with our special furry feline friends.
She was kind enough to offer 1 custom tattoo design for a lucky Purrington Post reader to WIN!
* Contest Details
This contest will end on Feb. 26th, 2019 and is available to residents worldwide. To enter you simply need to submit a comment in our “Leave a Reply” section at the bottom of this page saying:
My cat’s name is [insert your cat’s name] and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because [your reason]
The winner will be chosen by the artist from all the correctly submitted entries and contacted by email on or around March 4th, 2019. Be creative, have fun and good luck!
You can read more about Antonella on her website at antonellastattoo.com.
I would love a tattoo of my dear departed cat Harry who hit hit by a car 8 years ago.He was my life and I miss him so much.
My cat’s name is Petunia and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is a rescue from the humane society and according the people that cared for her, we were told that she would never get along with other pets in the home. Needless to say, she was eight years old when she came to live in our household, along with two other cats and a dog. She has adapted very well and has even taken over as the “boss”! She is loved by all. 🥰
My cat’s name is Harley and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she was my first pet when I moved out. I hadnt had a pet for 4 months, started volunteering at the shelter and fell in love with the grumpy, pissed off cat. Got her home and shes the sweetest cat that can be and i feel like we both rescued each other
Hello my name is Rosemarie. I would love to have a tattoo of my all white cat Dazy. She died at 19 yrs old of kidney disease. I bought her from a shelter . My mother had told me if I can find an all white car I can get one. She was in her cage batting around a little toy white mouse. She has developed a rash under her belly that she licked all her hair off. She had to eat special food from the vets cause of her kidneys. She was more than a pet to me.
My cat’s name is Purrcilla and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because she is my very special 16 year old cat. I rescued her as a kitten from being a barn cat that the kittens in her litter were disappearing. The owners said if I could catch her I could have her. So I went there with a box and called several times and surprisingly she came out and let me pick her up. So I put her in the box and headed home. On the way I stopped at the dollar store to grab kitten food, litter box, and some toys. When I got back out to the car she was walking along the inside of the window and I was thinking ” here we go I’m going to loose her for sure now !” But my other surprise came when I opened the door and threw myself and everything in she just sat down like ” Well that took you long enough.” LOL She’s been the best cat ever since and I will cherish her forever.
my cats name is Jack and i would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he is the love of my life, always will be!!!!
My boy Monty was a stray about 8 years ago, and then we let him inside. Quickly, he changed us from being dog people into cat people. Nobody doesn’t love Monty. He is a Bengal mix. He thinks he is a Bengal tiger! He loves everyone in the house in a different way. He is very social when we have company. He is purrsonality plus! He is quite photogenic and he would be honored to have Antonella design a custom tattoo of him. He is already practicing how to purr in Italian! : )
My cats’ names are Pinto Bean and Mr. Spock and I would love a custom tattoo design of one of them drawn by Antonella because I miss them both more than words can say. To have a tattoo of Pinto Bean and my other cat Mr. Spock would just be divine so that while they may be across the Rainbow bridge, my skin can become their shrine.
My cat’s names are Barley, Bailey, Edward, Darth Vader, and Peter. I would love a custom tattoo design drawn by Antonella because her artwork is stunning, I’ve been debating what kind of cattoo to get first (and thus haven’t made progress), and our kitties are our babies so I would love to carry them with me forever! 🐾
My kitties name is micky i woule love a custom tattoo design by antonella becUse her art work os insanly beautiful and i grew up with dear micky who is currently a senior kitty. Nad i am sad for his. Day of passing in the future. I would like him on me always because i know he will be with me forever
My cat’s name is (was) Dahlia and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because I’ve been searching for a year to find the right artist to give a proper tribute to my girl. I said goodbye to her last year after a year battle with a lung tumor. She was with me through so much- good and bad- and I want her with me always!
My cats name was Lucky and I would love a custom tattoo design drawn by Antonella because she was my best friend and I would love to have it to honor her memory, I miss her so much.
My cat’s name is Katelyn Marie and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she was my beautiful baby girl and unfortunately she suffered from oral cancer. We put her to rest this past Monday, February 11, 2019 and she was 12 years old. Katelyn Marie was the sweetest cat and my husband and I are heartbroken as we only had fur babies. Katelyn’s sister Patsy is also grieving for her playmate. Having a tattoo designed would mean the world to me and a special way to remember my baby girl. Especially since this will be my first tattoo and I’m 52 years old. Thank you.
My cat’s name is Ariel and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because Ariel is 14, and I want to be able to treasure her after she is gone. She has been with me through all the best and worst times, including a divorce, and three moves in five years. She is in tune to my moods and always knows when I need her most. She is the best cat I have ever had.
My cat’s name is Drago and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because if there’s anything I want to have my skin marked with, it is a cat for sure!! 🙂
My fur baby’s name is Cricket. I found her when she was just 2 weeks old. She is my heart and I cannot imagine my life without her. I am a veterinary anesthetist and spend my days giving my all to my patients. She can just tell when my days has been tougher then usual and just sits next to me purring( she’s not much of a cuddler). Animals have always been my passion but she is my child. We are there to support and comfort each other everyday. I don’t have any tattoos but have been wanting to get one of my baby for a while now. I would be honored to have a custom tattoo drawn by Antonella to honor Cricket for all the unconditional love and support she gives me everyday. She truly has been the only reason I make it through the day sometimes.
My cats name is Princess Peapod and I would love a custom tattoo of her drawn by Antonella because she is a friend I would like to carry with me always.
My cat’s name is Louis and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because the designs are beautiful and believe Louis would look amazing in this style. He has been my best friend since I adopted him and can’t think of a better way to celebrate that relationship!
My cat’s name is ti_moon and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he died :'( ti-moon was a special cat, he knew whas I thinking. I could cumunicate that way. He always did what I thought. I found them dehor as a kitten and he followed me home. He appeared in my life when i needed him most and and left when he whas nedded lest . I reegret tinking that i dint need him .
My cat’s name is Catniss Everpurr and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is the sweetest and cutest girl in the known universe! She always knows how to bring a ray of sunshine into my world, no matter what else is happening. She’s has the softest fur I’ve ever had the pleasure of petting and she always flops on me and gives me a loud “Coo!” When she needs to petted in order to fill up her love tanks!
My cat’s name is Tillie and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because she is my first blind cat and she is SO special. I have tattoos of my previous pets, and someday I’ll also get one of Tillie.
My cat’s name is Shadow and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he is my familiar! We have been together through time.
My cat’s name is Mew Mew and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she’s so beautiful and such a stinker!
My cat’s name is Luke and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because Luke and I have a very special bond, and I would like to honor that bond with a drawing of him on my left arm.
My cats’ names are Piglet and Remy and I would love a custom tattoo design of them drawn by Antonella because they are my little monkeys and bring so much joy to my life. I am a tattoo virgin and this would be awesome!
My cat’s name is Katie and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she was my heart. She left me in 2013, and I would love to be able to carry her likeness with me always.
My cat’s name is Willie and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because I lost him two years ago in a fire, we had a strong bond and i miss him terribly. I have been wanting to do a memorial tattoo of him and the other two that I also lost in the tragedy.
I would love a tattoo of my cat Magic. He is 12 years old and has in the past – been ran over by a car – not once – but twice – each time breaking his pelvis. He completely recovered on both occasions and he is such a sweet and happy cat.
My cat’s name is Kitt and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is s very nice and shall we say active little girl and and a nice tattoo design of her would be nice.
My cat’s name is Draco and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because her never knew a stranger, had the most beautiful big blue eyes and the most loving purrsonality!
My cat’s name is Miss Sophie Cat and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because Miss Sophie Cat is an ordinary rescue kitty with an extraordinary personality! She likes to don her pink pearls and tutu for photo shoots! Miss Sophie Cat is a philanthropist in our community…donating all funds raised from her annual kitty calendars to our local rescue Campbell River Partners for Animal Welfare! She is a special girl and a tattoo of Miss Sophie Cat wearing her pink pearls would be MEOWZERS!
My cat’s name is Garson and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because I have wanted a tattoo to keep him close to me forever but I only want the best to draw him. It is very important to me to have someone who can capture even a small part of how special he is to me.
My cat’s name is Behemoth and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he’s the love of my life and I’ve been contemplating a tattoo to commemorate him. I’d only get it done if it was an exceptional design and Antonella’s work is just beautiful! He’s such a handsome and loving boy, I think she could really capture him.
My cat’s name is Dickens and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because who wouldn’t want some good pussy on their body?
My cat’s name is Baby LaLa and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she was supposed to be my first bottle-baby but they told me not to be too upset if she didn’t survive because she was in very bad shape when someone turned her in to a shelter when they found her on the street in NYC (that’s why her cat mother left her). She not only survived, she thrives and I foster failed big time. Baby La follows me around like a puppy, is always happy to see me and seemingly always grateful for giving her a chance. I’m grateful I got to be her mom.
My cat’s name was Tuffy, and I would love a tattoo of her by Antonella because she was my 14 year old daughter who got cancer & died a year ago. It has hurt every single day since her death, and does every day because I miss and loved her so very much. I would like to honor her.
My kitties names are Gabrielle & Mandi Kay, and I would love a tattoo of either or both of them together by Antonella because they are my special girls and I would love to have them in a special place and it would also be my very 1st tat and I swore I would never get one! 🙂
My cat’s name is Munchkin and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is the most beautiful striped cat in the world and her beauty should be immortalized in this form of permanent art.
My cat’s name is Pyewacket and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because his is a rescue Sphynx that also rescued me. His really is my heart and I am thankful for the 13 years we have had together and hoping we have another 13!
My cat’s name is Bantha and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because, after seven years, Bantha passed away last year after a long battle with cancer. He was such a special Maine Coon boy and the love he gave my husband and me (and his Siamese sister, Holly) is invaluable. I’ve decided to get a custom tattoo of Bantha to honor his memory and to always be reminded of all the warmth and joy he brought to our lives.
My Daughter’s cat’s name is Sinatra and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he saved her in so many ways. She is bi-polar and has more bad days than good. His love kept her with us. Unfortunately he died last year and having this would help her so much coping with the grief. Thank you so much for the consideration.
My cat’s name was Rusty, and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he was much more than a pet, or even a fur-baby. After my husband died suddenly in 2005, I had no will or reason to live. The only thing that got me out of bed in the morning was Rusty. He needed fed, his litter box cleaned, etc. I forced myself to go back to work because I had to keep the roof over his head, a cat can’t live in a car. He gave me all the love and comfort he possibly could, and got me through those darkest days. What I couldn’t do for myself, I made myself do for him. Sadly, he passed away April 30, 2018, just a month before his 18th birthday. My heart has a huge hole in it, and I would love to have such a nice forever memorial of him.
My 18-year-old cat’s name is Cassidy and I would LOVE a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is my soul kitty. She is in poor health and I’ve already planned to get a tattoo of her image – but never imagined something as beautiful as what Antonella designs!
My cat’s name is Milkshake and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is the light of my life. I actually do have a tattoo of her and would love another. She came into my life a few years ago on the 4th of July. She was hiding in a garage from the fireworks. A co worker asked me if I wanted her and that is where our story began. When I got her the vet said she was about 2 months old so I set her birthday as May 4th (Star Wars Day). I dress her up as an Ewok every year. She is a gorgeous calico that loves looking at herself and would love to see a gorgeous tattoo design of herself. Thanks!
My baby girls name was Kahlua. She was my heart, my soulmate. I would love a tattoo of her!
My cat is called Bella and her name means beautiful in Italian. I believe cats are the meaning and personification of beauty. She is only a year old and is simply bellisima , dentro e fuore …. Amo Mia Bella .
My cat’s name is Garfield and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because garfield is my emotional therapy cat I suffer from severe anxiety ans depression and he is always there to comfort me in the moment of an episode.
My cat’s name is Piper and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because she is my world. I suffer from depression and panic attacks and my kitty has turned into my solace. She is my child, my best friend, a constant source of affection and laughter. She means the world to me!
My cat’s name is Baby Buli and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he was a rescue from the streets and has been with me through 3 wars. He is the love of my life. Buli is the one constant in my life that truly brings me joy.
My cats name is Snake Eyes and I would love a custom tattoo design by Antonella because he is big part of my family. He was my husbands companion when he was at home before going into the nursing home he would lead him around the house and make sure he got where he needed to be now he keeps me company and shows his love everyday.
My cat is called Bella and her name means beautiful in Italian. She is indeed bellisima dentro e fuore. She loves to play fetch and is very mischievous. Cats are indeed the personification of beauty, I adore their spiritual presence and Bella is the youngest of my cats. They have all got Italian names, Rome,guilio , well guilio was going to be a juilet bt we got a boy! Amo IL gatti per sempre
My cat’s name is Abbi (short for Abstract) and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she was the first kitty that I had on my own as an adult and she was the one that helped me get through so much in my life. She helped me through numerous moves, bad relationships and an unexpected pregnancy. She never complained, but always let me know that everything would be okay.
My cats names are Bailey Ditty and Sally Ashes. They are sisters that were born four months apart and have the same mommy. They will be 15 years old this year and are the sweetest and most loving cats. I would love to get a design of the pic I have of them snuggling up with each other!
My cat’s name is Frosty and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he is the first of five rescue cats that we have. His name is because after being dumped the Saturday before Christmas 2009, he was up in tree about 35 feet. it took us 27 hours before we got a small tree company to come out on climb the tree and put him in pillowcase. We fell in love instantly and to date we’ve helped home around 25 stray cats after they are vet checked and spay or neuter.
My Name is Kat, My cats name is Ash and i would LOVE a tattoo design of my Ash because ever since i got this kitten a few months ago she has really helped me get through a lot of emotional trauma and she has loved me right from the beginning. She is the first cat Ive ever owned as MY pet. I give her the best food i could and i’m trying to give her the best little life possible and would love to have a custom design of her on me so i never forget about my little baby girl. She’s like a daughter to me and I have never loved anything with more of my heart ever before. She’s my little baby and even if i don’t win i’m still going to get a tattoo of her on me to remember. I just think it’d be really cool to have a professional design one instead of my amateur skills. Shes my baby and i love her forever!
My cat’s name is Shadow and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because Shadow is almost 15 years old with health problems and I fear she will not be with us much longer, love a special way to remember and have her close forever.
My cat’s name is Teddy and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because Teddy is a one of a kind black kitty and would be honored to have Antonella design a tattoo of him which will be my very next tattoo.
My cats name is Boogie & she is my favorite fur baby & I would love to have a tattoo done of her! ❤🐱❤
My cat’s name was Jasper and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he was my best friend. He helped me through the toughest times and the best of times. He sadly passed going on 2 years now. Not a day goes by that I dont think of him. He truly meant the world to me and not having him around is just gut wrenching. He was seriously part of my wedding! And when my husband was diagnosed with cancer, Jasper was there by my side when my emotions would get the best of me. Never judging, always there to make me feel better. I swear, he held on to his life until he knew my husband’s cancer went into remission. Because a week after we found out the good news about my husband, my poor Jasper passed away. It’s like he waited. He wanted to make sure I would be OK. There will always be that space in my heart for Jasper.
Amazing work! We lost our Big girl yesterday. Her name was Kit she was 18 years old and I would love a tattoo done of my baby girl, ty
My cat’s name is Dickens and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because died unexpectedly a couple of years ago and I miss him very much. He was a large, blue-eyed ball of love.
My cat’s name is Kon and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because frankly I’ve been meaning to get a tattoo of him for ages, and Antonella’s art style is stunning, I would proudly wear that on my body forever.
My cat’s name is Moe] and I would love a custom tattoo design of /her drawn by Antonella because she has the funkyest eyes u have ever seen,and she is my best friend. We rescued her at the age of 2]
My cat’s name is Pixie and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because I have been searching for a tattoo idea to perfectly suit my Pixie. I haven’t found the right one yet. I think she is just so pretty and needs something so special – this would be a perfect opportunity to have something created just for her.
My cat’s name is Kiki and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he is no longer around.
My cat’s name is Pumpkin but also Annie and I would love a custom tattoo design of them drawn by Antonella because Pumpkin taught me that life is worth living at my darkest times .. and Annie was a life I saved when I rescued her at a week old. She taught me care and compassion
My cat’s name was Ramsey. He was nearly 10 when he got pancreatitis and unfortunately passed away. He was a rescued Turkish Van and the love of my life. I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because her designs are gorgeous, and I had already been thinking about getting a tattoo to commemorate him! He was the most special boy, and I can’t think of a better person to design something in his honor.
My cat’s name is Ouija, Wendy-bird , and GlitterBomb and I would love a custom tattoo design of one of them drawn by Antonella because my cats are my babies since I can’t have children of my own and because one day if I die that may eat me, but then they may see themselves on my flesh and stop at that point.
My cat’s name is Skylar and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella so that I could have her near me at al times!
My cat’s name is Tori and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is such a unique kitty and full of personality.
My cat’s name was Cassie. I lost her to FIP at only 9 1/2 months old, so I’d like a tattoo of her so that she is always with me.
My cat’s name is Sadie and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because not only can I carry her in my heart on the inside always, but can show her on the outside to the world. Thank you for the chance! Happy Valentine’s Day!
Hello! Beautiful pictures/tattoos! My cat’s name is, well, I have three. Sebastian, for my daughter’s love of the little mermaid. Storm, because my daughter and I found him outside during a thunderstorm and rescued him, and Suzuki aka floof. Suzuki was originally named Suzzie Q until we took “her” to get fixed, only to find out under all that floofiness, she was a he. So we switched the name up a little bit lol. I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because these boys are my babies. All of them being rescues from outside, I’ve helped them at their most vulnerable, and them being ever so loving cats have helped me through mine. From a miscarriage , then the pregnancy of my rainbow baby, the flu, my daughter being sick, putting up with my infant son being ever so curious and slap petting them. They’re a piece of me, and I’m happy to have had them from wee babies, to have been there from the beginning for them, and then for very many new beginnings for me
My cats name is Billy and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he is our baby that we got to hel heal our heats after we lost our boy PD.
My cat’s name is Mambo, and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because my gentle guardian, my beautiful golden house lion ended his battle with cancer on Saturday, the 9th, via at-home euthanasia. Our shared path was nine years long, and I know he watches over me from the spirit world. I think he would be an awesome first tat based on the other artwork Antonella has created!
My cat’s name is Huskey and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because I love him so much and this would be the best reason for my first tattoo.
My cat’s name is Penelope and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she passed away two years this month and she was my very first cat and because of her sweet nature and beauty I fell in love with cats. Today we have four lovely cats but as every cat parent knows each one is unique and every time I shed a tear in remembrance of her I wish I had her pretty face tattooed on my skin.
Thank you for this incredible opportunity to maybe get this prize!
I would absolutely love this!!! Her work is amazing!!
My cat’s name is Bandit and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because I adopted Bandit from the RSPCA 7 years ago and she has been the best thing that ever happened to me. She literally is all I have in the world
I would absolutely love this!!! Her work is amazing!! My cats name is Minos, and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he is a very special boy. He was a feral baby who was only 3 weeks old when he was found outside in a blizzard with his Mother and Sister. They were brought into the Spay/Neuter clinic I worked at and we were able to talk to people who trapped them into letting keep them to rehab them and adopt the Mother and babies out. We did not feel if they went back out into the frigid winter of New England they would have made it through the winter. I ended up taking the boy, whom we named Minos, which means King in Greek. He has been the most loving and sweet cat. Every cat deserves a second chance, feral or not.
My cat’s name is Miss Waikiki and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is the world to me. She brought me out of depression after I lost another cat. she also woke me up to the world of rescue and I even started volunteering at the rescue where she came from. Kiki means the world to me and I would be lost without her.
My cat’s name is Mr. Beau and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because I think he is the reincarnation of my husband.
I would love a tattoo of my gorgeous and beautiful friend Tabetha. Despite the fact that she bullies me with massively cute meows and zig zag death walks (ie hidden wiggly walking that is designed so I fall over her) she is still my best friend and the smartest creature I know. Plus I am absolutely in awe of tattoo artsists and love tattoos as as much as I have a desire to have Tabetha tattooed on me (I do have a commissioned portrait of her) I’m shit scared to go and get one done. So this is a way that I can get her close to me with the pressure of ‘winning’ it so my dream overcome my fears. Good luck to all of you. Our cats are our best friends and we all need to give them a massive hug tonight.
My cat’s name is Freightliner aka FL aka Freighty, and I would LOVE a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he has already passed over the Rainbow Bridge too early at the age of 7 after a year long struggle with kidney disease. He was my first kitty and he was my soul, my soulmate, and I used to call him “My Little Husband” because we had such a strong connection. I actually felt he was an angel or a passed on relative in kitty form. He had golden eyes and would stare directly into my eyes, ooh! like he was reading my soul. It’s been several years since he left earth, but he is in my heart and that’s where I’ve said I would get a tattoo of him, over my heart. His picture hangs on my wall among the family photos with his collar hanging on the frame. He still stares at me from the photo, those golden eyes.
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My cat’s name is Lumos and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because HE’S AWESOME!!!!!!
My cat’s name is Caviar and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because. My furbaby will be 20yrs next month a I love her Dearly I want to remember her always.
My cat’s name is Freightliner aka FL aka Freighty, and I would LOVE a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he has already passed over the Rainbow Bridge too early at the age of 7 after a year long struggle with kidney disease. He was my first kitty and he was my soul, my soulmate, and I used to call him “My Little Husband” because we had such a strong connection. I actually felt he was an angel or a passed on relative in kitty form. He had golden eyes and would stare directly into my eyes, ooh! like he was reading my soul. It’s been several years since he left earth, but he is in my heart and that’s where I’ve said I would get a tattoo of him, over my heart. His picture hangs on my wall among the family photos with his collar hanging on the frame. He still stares at me from the photo, those golden eyes.
My cat’s name is Ghost and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he is a special cat and he is beautiful.
My cat’s name was Oliver and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he was “the cat” of cats.
My cat’s names are: I have 12 rescues–Ranger; Lilly; Riley; Kate; Tinky; TJ; Reecie; Mo; Nugget; SarahBeth; Sweetie Pie; and Gladys, and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because of so many reasons. During my darkest hours these babies have saved me. My only child (human) has disowned me and will no longer have contact with me. These babies give me a reason to live. Each one is a unique individual, but they are also family. While I know it would be unlikely to have a tat of all of them, even just one would be amazing.
My cat’s name is Mindy AKA Melinda AKA Minders 3000 AKA Berlinzky AKA Bim Bim and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because her I believe she could capture Mindy’s beauty and personality through her breathtaking artwork and thoughtful design. I can also travel to London anytime. Grazie! =^.^=
My cat’s name is Charlotte Addison Trinity, and I would love a tattoo of her because she had to have her front right leg removed when she was only 12 weeks old – a not very humane Humane Officer dragged her out of hiding and ripped all the tendons in her shoulder so badly that there was no repairing it. She inspires me every single day, because not only has she overcome the loss of a limb, but she is the most intelligent, sweetest, and most thoughtful cat I have ever had or met. She knows when I’m upset or in a bad mood, and is there for me every time. She reigns over and balances all the cat politics in the household (there are six!), and still has time to make me laugh and smile multiple times daily. She is the most special of fur creatures, and her face is the only tattoo I would ever get.
My cat’s name is Knuckles The Mafia Cat also known as Snooch, or the “Lovable Blob”
Knuckles and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she rescued me, when I rescued her. It was a period of my life when I was alone. She gave me love and purpose. When I moved from Canada to Sweden I sold most of my possessions so that I could afford to move her with me. It sounds corny, but Knuckles was my everything. I have a stylised tattoo representing my love of cats in general. To have a specific tattoo of Mafia cat would be a wonderful life-long tribute to her.
My cat’s name is Merlin and I would love a custom tattoo design of him by Antonella because I have always thought about incorporating him into an Egyptian back piece I’ve been working on for years. I would actually get the tattoo! My tattoo artist would put it right on for me, not to mention his beautiful solid black face and golden eyes would fit right in
Hello! My cat’s name is Biscuit and I would love to have a tattoo designed by Antonella. I have 8 cats in my home and Biscuit was the 5th addition at the time of his rescue from a thunderstorm and found on my friends’ porch, she couldn’t keep him due to allergies. Most of my current tattoos are of cats and I think one of Biscuit would be great!
My cay’s name is Nellie and I would love to have a tattoo designed by Antonella…My kitty girl was a tiny runt and now she is 18 years old and looks like a kitten still.
My cat’s name is Legolas and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he is my soul cat and baby that I have had since before he was born. He is 15 years old and has kidney disease so every day with him is a blessing. I would love to get a tattoo design of him to help with all the medical things we are going through together. It would also be an amazing memorial piece once he passes. Hopefully I have a long time with him yet. He is a fighter and neither of us is ready to give up. We will keep fighting for as long as he is willing.
My cat’s name is MyGuy, and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he was given to me, just before he died of cancer, by my Life Partner of 26 yrs, to be my companion when he was gone,
Every day I feel my partner’s love, and MyGuy is a big part of that. He’s an 8 yo beautiful tabby Maine Coon rescue mix, my buddy, my companion, my love.
My cat’s name was Willie and I would love a custom tattoo design of himdrawn by Antonella because the detail she shows will be a proper way of remembering my boy (1999-2013)
My cat’s name is Mustard and I would love a custom tattoo design of him by drawn by Antonella because he is a paraplegic and the tattoo would be a great way to start conversations that would help raise awareness to the plight of special needs cats.
My cat’s name is Nyan and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because I share a special bond, since the day we saw each other, he was crying under my balcony, we were both looking for someone to love, and we found it, Iv’e seen many stray cats, but when I saw him, I knew he was the one.
My cats’ names are Liam, Fiona, and Fibber, and I would love a custom tattoo design of them drawn by Antonella because they were my soulmates. I know this is supposed to be for one cat, but three heads are better than one. They were Scottish Folds and my children I could not have. They got me through breast cancer and the death of three of my family members. They knew me like no other and loved me the same. And I adored them. They’ve all passed from old age, except Fiona, who had cancer and died at 17. Liam and Fibber at 18 1/2 and 19, respectively. They took part of me with them. I’ve wanted to have a small tattoo of them for a long time, but no one understood the connection and could not come up with anything meaningful. Thank you for your consideration. Your work is beautiful!
My cat’s name is Wally and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he’s a cool dude that likes everyone. He’s not in bad health or anything tragic, he’s just a fat former streetcat that loves cuddles.
My cat’s name is [garfield] and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he is a rescue. His first humans had to go into assisted living when Garfield was 10 and couldn’t take him. He walk with a harness and leash. He climbs up or reaches out towards your chest for hugs. Garfield reaches out to me at the local human society and that was it, he joined our family 3 years ago! He visits my dad in his long term care facility and the residents love him!
My cat’s name is Rumor and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because I lost her last year (at 20 yrs old), and I want the world to know how much she meant to me.
My cat’s name is Choo Choo and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he helps me grow emotionally and spiritually. He also has come to comfort me when I’ve fallen. I have Multiple Sclerosis and from time to time I trip or lose my balance. Occasionally I have I have seizures and if my husband isn’t around to help me Choo Choo has helped to bring me out of it. He follows me around the house keeping an eye on me. I’m so grateful that I was able to adopt him.
I fell in love with him just from the photo I saw on Petfinder. No other cat or kitten caught my attention or my heart. It was him… only him.
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My cat’s name is Possum and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because we raised him as a foster kitten from 3 weeks of age, and he was my best friend. Sadly, he passed away unexpectedly at 9 years of age while we were overseas on holiday. We’re eternally grateful to our friends who were house and cat-sitting at the time. They managed everything, despite how traumatic it must have been, and we’re so glad that Possum wasn’t alone and was at home when it happened. But we’re terribly sad that we never truly got to say goodbye. My partner and I would love to get a tattoo of him to keep him close forever, x
My cat’s name was Nutmeg and I would love s custom tattoo of her by Antonella because she was and still is my soulmate. I got her from the cats protection league and we had an instant bond. She was my best friend and helped me so much through an unhappy marriage, divorce and depression. She was deaf and had diabetes but was Ali’s cheerful little soul. Now she’s my guardian angel.
My cat’s name is Binx and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is my number one cat, my oldest, my Sergeant Binx who patrols the house constantly making sure everything is good, my cat who has OCD, who covers anything she considers to be stinky, & if another cat barfs, Binx will cover it with whatever is near, whether it’s your sock or shoe or an important paper. She’s the one who will sing at the top of her voice while playing with her wormyball, loud enough to wake the dead, and who cries for me when I leave. And she’s that cat who adopted me, and who I will be devastated by when she leaves for her next adventure over the bridge.
My cat’s name is Dutchess and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because Dutchess has saved my life several times over and I want to have a permanent reminder of her and the strength she represents to me.
I have major depressive disorder, social and general anxiety and have survived 2 suicide attempts (both before I rescued Dutchess from our local humane society). Dutchess plays an important role in my life, she’s emotional support and a reason to keep going in my darkest moments. Several times now, she has kept me from trying to take my own life again. I will be forever grateful to her and look forward to having many, many more years together.
My fur baby Walter. He the the light of my life. I couldn’t imagine a day with out him.
My cat’s name is Diego and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he is my security blanket. When I am feeling even the slightest bit down, he senses it and does not leave my side. I would be lost without him. More than anything I wish I will never have to be without him. One of the most beautiful things I could do to show how much his support means to me is get his angelic face tattooed on me and walk around with it for the rest of my life. That way there, he will always be with me.
My cat’s name is WH and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because it’s something my son has been wanting to do for the longest time in honor of his buddy.
My cat’s name is Harley and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because her artwork is amazing and I would love to show off someone’s talent while also showing off my beautiful baby boy.
I have had so many cats friends over the years it would be hard to choose one, but I think my first cat Susie would be my choice as she was the sweetest and most loving cat who ever lived. If there was ever a cat who deserved to be immortalized it is my beautiful calico girl who was with my from my earliest years into my 20’s (she lived almost 22 years!)
My cat’s name is Forsah and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because it is important that the tattoo looks like Forsah, not just a portrait of a cat. I believe Antonella will be able to achieve this. Forsah died about 10 years ago, aged 22. She made me happy every single day. It was a privilege to share her life!
My cat’s name is Smudge and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is my newest rescue (feral) kitten and she makes me laugh and remember to enjoy the small things, Bottle caps, Toys, Bugs, Dust Bunnies! I Love all my cats (three all together). I cannot just choose one. My Smudge a Graham Cracker color mark on her nose.
My cat’s name is Minnaloushe and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he crossed over the rainbow bridge late last year and I think this would be a beautiful way to commemorate him. He was the sweetest, most wonderful cat imaginable. Right up until his last day, he was such a dignified gentleman and I miss him every day.
My cat’s name is Cubby and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because she is an amazing artist and Cubby is my best friend! He is the most loving animal I have ever had. He has a beautiful soul.
My cat’s name was Dooku and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he was a stray cat that came
to us through friends he loved everyone
especially my dog Angus even to the point of sleeping with Angus however Dooku
crossed rainbow bridge much too young
leaving a huge hole in our home & hearts
So a portrait of him would be a great
remembrance of him
Thank you for your consideration
My cat is not just a cat,she is my fur baby that i adopted many years ago, and both she and I am growing old ,I am 71 and she is at least 11 years old I have has her for 10 years when I got her,she actually picked me ,and I took her home and thats where she has been every sense. I would like to win this as I know one of these days I will lose her, it would be in memory of her , my friend,child, and pet for many years. Thanks for the chance.
My cats names are Joey and Jack and I would love a custom tattoo design of them drawn by Antonella because I’ve been searching for the right image to capture the great love I have for my boys and it will be my first tattoo.
My cat’s name is Jonesey and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she’s a special kitty ‘chosen’ for us after her namesake Jones went to the rainbow bridge much too soon.
My cat’s name is Sterling, and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he is my best friend and the sweetest fur baby anyone could hope for. Sterling sits in the windowsill waiting for me to arrive home every day & he sits on the side of my tub keeping me company when I take a bubble bath.
My cat’s name is Trouble and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he passed away 2 weeks ago. We loved him SO MUCH. He was an evil genius with a catnip addiction. My Husband was just talking about getting a tattoo to commemorate him and this would be absolutely perfect and eerily what we were just talking about! Thank you!
I have 9 furbabies and I would love to have a custom tattoo of one of my babies.. All of my babies were born feral and they have turned out to be the best cats ive ever had.
My cat’s name was Chewie and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she passed away a few months ago and this would give me something special to memorialize her.
My cat’s name is Ellis and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he passed away 3 years ago from lymphoma. He was my best friend, and loved me more than any human ever has. We called him Jealous Ellis because anytime my daughter would sit on my lap or want to sleep in our bed with me, he would work his way between me and her to be closest to his mom. I will have many more cats in my life, but he will always be my first cat and the biggest hole left in my heart when he left us.
My cat’s name is Everest and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he technically is my first cat, so he means a lot to me. He helped me out of my depression and he continues to cheer me up day-to-day. He is the sweetest and silliest cat, who has quite a dopey yet lovable face and I would love to see him drawn by such a talented and amazing artist! It would mean tons to me and I would love to frame and hang it on my wall, as well as have it as a memory of him when he happens to cross the rainbow bridge… It would feel even more like he’s watching me from above, having a beautiful piece of him still with me.
stubby and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because, he is just soo cute and fat, everyone needs to see him in all his glory… his name is stubby cause i found him outside in not great shape, with only a stub for a tail, hence the name stubby… and he is fat (27 lbs) but he doesnt really look that fat, he’s just a big loving cat !!! thanks and fingers crossed
My cat’s name is Demon and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because in life he opened my heart and showed me the power of unconditional love, and in death he inspires me to champion the helpless, raise up the overlooked, recognize the perfection of imperfection and find ways to spread kindness and compassion to cats and kittens in need around the globe. I would have found the path anyway, but his light even in all the darkness has been my beacon and my source of comfort, my memories and my always.
My cat’s name is Demon and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because in life he opened my heart and showed me the power of unconditional love, and in death he inspires me to champion the helpless, raise up the overlooked, recognize the perfection of imperfection and find ways to spread kindness and compassion to cats and kittens in need around the globe. I would have found the path anyway, but his light even in all the darkness has been my beacon and my source of comfort, my memories and my always.
My cat’s name is Rosie and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because one night I was seriously considering ending my life. I struggle with severe depression. Rosie would not leave me alone. She kept following me, meowing and asking me, in her way for love, cuddles and belly rubs. I stopped to do that, she purred so loudly and gazed into my eyes as if to say. “Mommy I love you and need you, don’t leave me” You could say she saved my life
My cat’s name is Mspiggy and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is my first cat that has ever been mine. I will never forget when my gf surprised her to me. I open the car door and immediately heard little screeching meows. My eyes started to get some watery substance, which I have no clue what it was but it filled my heart with joy 🙂
My cat’s name is Rose. I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she was killed by a car recently on Feb. 7th 2019. I can’t even make it through the day without thinking of her. I take care of a colony of cats that live outside. “Mama” brought her kittens to use 3 years ago. I named the kittens: Calvin, Lily and Rose. I go over to my dad’s daily to feed them. She always came over to me to say hi. She loved to play with a string. She also loved when i would pick her up and hold her. It is very hard to not have her in my life. I think the tattoo would help me with her passing.
My 2 boys are Kazuri & Heri. I adopted them from Kenya 8yrs ago. They are my loves & joy. I would love to carry them with me forever in a tatoo
My cat’s name is Misty and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she was my special needs girl who was hit by a car. Her previous owner was kind enough to get her spine surgery to help her live, but then abandoned her after they learned she was paralyzed from the waist down and would need help probably for the rest of her life. I adopted her then (when she was 9) and she made a great recovery – still a little wobbly but able to walk and go potty on her own. She was such a sweet girl and she taught me so much in caring for special needs cats. She passed away at 14 years old from a kidney infection but she gave me the best 5 years I’ve ever had of owning a rescue cat. I would love to honor her memory with an intimate tattoo so she is forever with me.
My cat’s name is Treasure and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because, even though he passed away four years ago, I still miss him dearly. I had him for 17 years and he was my everything. I found him by my high school when I was just 14 years old. I used to joke that he probably had the entire Titanic soundtrack stored in the back of his subconscious, from hearing it so frequently while I was obsessed with the film when I was a teenager. He saw me through college and came to live with me when I got a place of my own. When he became sick, I nursed him and gave him chemo and intravenous fluids. He lived for another comfortable two years and I will forever be grateful and proud for those two additional years. When it was time to let him go, I was by his side, offering him my warmth and comfort. He may have left me, but I don’t feel like I’ve lost the bond between us. I have 2 other cats now that I care for and enjoy deeply, but Treasure was my heart’s companion.
My cat’s name is Aten and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he is my Soulmate cat. This may sound crazy to some. His name was Diamond and he died after battling feline Leukemia. I was heartbroken and devastated. Just three days after his death, I was in the middle of nowhere, grieving, tears streaming when a kitten suddenly appeared. His eyes looked right into my Soul and he began licking away my tears. I left but returned two days later. There he was following me. I brought him home. After many signs I realized, Diamond’s Soul entered this kittens body and found me a again! Now he is healthy, big and strong! Our loving bond is forever! Thank you
My cat’s name is Stormy. I would love a tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because when I lost my husband suddenly he stepped up to be my therapy. When I cried he ran and jumped in my left to comfort him. When I was lonely he would bring a toy for us to play with. When my husband was alive Stormy was more his human then me.
I feel Rick whispered in his ear, take care of her she needs me, and he did. My husband’s hair was salt and pepper,
every night he slept with me always gently laying where our backs touched. My husband used to be kidded about his and Stormy’s hair looking alike. So many times at night out of the corner of my eye I would see Stormy’s hair and feel my husband was there with us. When my husband past I got my tattoo tribute to him. Stormy developed mouth cancer and it was my turn to take care of him until the last minute. A tattoo of Stormy next to my husband would be such a tribute to both of my loves. Thank you
I actually have two fantastic cats RadarLove & AnonymousAnniei would love a tattoo from Antonella my cats have saved my life from drug addictions and not committing suicide after living outside for 7 years and I am now sober for the last 5 I could not live without my fur butts!
My soulkitty and my angel cat’s name is Kitty Sunshine and I would LOVE to win a tattoo design portrait of her made by Antonella SO much!! For 12 years, Kitty Sunshine was my cat nurse, got me through two breast cancer battles, the loss of my Macy, my Hemingway Rose, my Mom, both grandmothers and countless other heartaches. She became my angel on June 28, 2018. My world came crashing down on me. However, she’s just as amazing as my angel as she was my cat nurse. She sent my Hunter Ray to me bc she knew I couldn’t make it alone after she went to heaven. My birthday is March 8 and I’m going to get her paw print tattooed on my hand bc she always held my hand with her tiny little paw. If I could get her beautiful face tattooed on me by Antonella’s beautiful portraits, that would be the best present ever. That’s why I’d love to win! Thanks for the opportunity!!
My cats name is kiss and I’d love a tattoo by you because I would be a beautiful way to honor his memory.
My cat’s name is Thanx and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is the love of my (and husband’s) life. We found her on Thanksgiving evening hiding in the rocks by our house. She was only a month old. She is now 10 yrs old and has been our emotional support through many surgeries and help problems for my husband. I have been looking for something to do with cats for an actual tattoo and this would be puurrrfect!
Thanx you ^..^
My cat’s name is Marceline and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is a Camp Fire survivor. I was able to get out with her, my dog Dexter, and the neighborhood stray I had been feeding who I call Buddy. He is now a strictly indoor kitty. My furbabies have always been my everything but now they are *quite literally* everything I had left.
My cat’s name is Neko and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because I miss him every day still. He died 2 years ago and was my best friend.
My cat’s name is Stevie and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is so near and dear to my heart – she is the one subject I can imagine having tattooed on my forever, and I’m afraid of needles!
My cat’s name is Lucy and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawing drawn by Antonella because she is my saving cat in 2015 I was diagnosed with a blood disease which Rob’s my body of all my platelets at that time my beloved lucky passed away after being with me for over 15 years I found Lucy I needed a friend and she needed an owner so I became her human and she became my cat during this time I was unable to get a new tattoo my doctor would not allow it as I have no clotting factors in my blood here we are now and it’s time for my tattoo I’m healthy Lucy is still with me forever always by my side through the chemotherapy through platelet infusions through injections I’m healthy and I’m ready for a tattoo
My cat’s name is Marina Bella and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is my best friend and she holds the glue of my family together. I’m 19 and have been dying to get a tattoo, I would love to have Antonella’s talented artwork on my body. It’d be so cool!! Let’s hope I win, and I’d I don’t hopefully my Aunt, Jean Tenz will win!!
We love our Albus Dumbledore. He’s the best little guy.
My cat’s names are Data & Squintin, I would love a custom tattoo design of either of them drawn by Antonella because I would definitely get it tattooed, I’ve wanted tattoos of my babies for years, but I’m always worried that the artist wouldn’t be able to get their likeness correct, I know portraits are harder than most other kinds of tattoos!
My cats name is Furby and I would love a custom tattoo of her drawn by Antonella as I lost her suddenly to lymphoma a month ago, and she was my world, she always looked after me when I had a fibromyalgia flare and made me rest. She was always nestled in my shoulder and I have struggled to get used to her not being here anymore. If I could have a tattoo of her it would make bearing her loss a lot easier x
My cat’s name was Ottar and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he was my baby, I miss him very much and would love to have a tattoo to honor him!
My cat’s name is Pyewacket and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he is a sphynx cat who has a skin condition, when people see him they often say mean things even though he is the sweetest cat. I want this tattoo of him so I can proudly show how beautiful he really is to everyone.
My angel cat’s name was Bombay. I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because I have been wanting to get a tattoo in his memory. He was a special needs boy who was so sweet and had acupuncture and laser treatments every week for 9 years!!! He had the bluest eyes ever and i have been trying to get the perfect portrait for a real tattoo. I think you would love drawing him as he had a amazing purrsonality and so many expressions. You can see him on FB at Bombay’s World. He was the most amazing kitty and touched so many people along his life journey even though it was only 9 years. I would cherish it forever!!
I would love a tattoo of Ziggy (19 years old). He’s my little boy and I know he won’t be around much longer. I’ve been wanting a cat tattoo for years and I would love to have Ziggy with me always. He’s a tiny terror at 9 lbs who rules the house with an Iron paw. The other kitties, Cheeto (11 years – 16lbs) and Spook (8 years -23 lbs) know The Sable Burmese rules the roost and gets to sleep on Mom’s pillow first!
I would have one of my baby Wicket who passed 4 years ago. She was the gentlest, sweetest and truly caring fuzzy friend I’ve ever had. I miss her everyday…..
My cat’s name is Ichigo and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he loved life and I would love for him to live on in beautiful art. He developed kidney disease at a young age and we all fought so hard to keep as healthy as possible so he could keep enjoying life. He lost his battle in January 2018 and there isn’t a day that I don’t miss him dearly. I’ve wanted a tattoo to commemorate his big personality, his passion for living and loving his family but haven’t quite found anything that captured his essence. I’m sure Antonella would draw him beautifully.
My cat’s name is Kitty and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because Kitty sparked my love for cats and animals in general and I never want to forget her. She’s my best friend and the sweetest big sister to her dog siblings <3
My cat’s name is Salem and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because he has been diagnosed with pancreatitis. He’s had 2 attacks in 10 days. I love him and cannot imagine my life without him.
My cat’s name is Noodle and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she’s a very special cat with a very special rescue story. My best friend found her in the middle of an intersection when she was only 2 weeks old. She then took care of her for a month and then gave her to me. She’s a few months old now and she’s so beautiful and precious. She’s such a special girl!!
My cat’s name is Barkerman and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because my world shattered when I lost him to cancer last year and although I know he’s still with me in spirit I have been wanting to memorialize him as my next tattoo. I’ve been holding back as I worry about his essence being captured. I see animal portraits juyst as I do human ones and I’ve seen some incredible fails by great artists. Antonella’s work is incredible and I know she can put pen to paper and make the magic that was my Barkie perfectly. It’s cliche but he truly saved me as I was in a dark, dark place after my fiance’s death. He was an abandoned bottle baby and was only supposed to be a foster. Fast forward 10 years and he was my everything, he would wake me up from a nightmare, curl around my head during a migraine and never leave my side alwsys talking. He was diagnosed too late for treatment but still I had to try. Finally at what was his last appointment the oncologist put her hand on my arm and very kindly asked me who I was doing it for. That broke me but was a harsh truth I had to face. I still am struggling so hard without him, I’ve maintained an unhealthy state of denial. I’m rambling but I know so many in this thread can relate and there are so many beautifully heartbreaking posts. Tgank you for this chance to have my big man drawn by such talent and someone who clearly understands the love and deep bonds between cat and human. I love you Barkie.
My cat’s name is Kellie and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she means a lot to me. She offered me comfort when I was going through chemo, both times. It was a difficult time and she helped me.
My cat’s name is Smokey and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he is a stray cat who made my home his. He has scars and a wonky ear from a long life outside getting into fights. He is still thinks he’s a tough street cat, but he has my heart.
My cat’s name is Itsy and I would love a custom tattoo design of her drawn by Antonella because she is so very special to me, she gets me through bad and stressfull times and makes the good times fun and so joyful. She is more than a pet and to have her tatooed picture would be the best.
My cats name is El Roacho and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because he passed away suddenly yesterday, at the tender age of 12. Roacho and I grew up together, rescuing each other when I was 19 and he just 5 weeks old. He was the cat every cat aspired to be, and it would mean the world to know that his beauty is appreciated all the way across the pond, from Canada to the UK (where his grandhuman grew up, no less. Bonus points – that same grandhuman was also born in Italy!)
My cats’ names are Monza and Como and I would love a custom tattoo design of them drawn by Antonella because they are my fur kids and their sprits will be with me furever. It would be purrfect to have their image immortalized in a custom tattoo. o: o:
My cat’s name is Flash and I would love a custom tattoo design of him/her drawn by Antonella because it would be in honor of Flash. He and his sister, Harley Quinn, were my first kittens ever . Flash stole my heart and he was not only sweet, fun, and loving but he showed what it meant to love someone with your entire being. Sadky, Flash ended up getting an infection that wasnt treatable and he passed away. Flash passing took a big part of me…and it took me months to feel normal again. But Harley was there through the grieving process and she helped mend my heart. Because of Flash, I ended up adopting an all black cat named Oliver Queen before he was due to be euthanized. He would sleep in the same spots as Flash and is just as sweet and chatty.
This tattoo would be an honor to get and to always remember Flash by. Thank you.
My cat’s name is Gargamel and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because after 17 years together I lost him to cancer 2 weeks ago. And after doing tattoo art for several friends, i’ve still never had one… because I’ve never created or even seen art that I would want not on a T-shirt but on my body my whole life even as it ages. And this would be a beautiful first (and only) ink …a tribute to the love of my life
My cat’s name is Roscoe joey and I would love a custom tattoo design of him drawn by Antonella because ..i lost my baby about five years ago.. I’m still so sad.. He was my world.. And everything was fine… And for some unknown reason I lost my best friend
Holla! My name is Rachel and I have two
Beautiful felines, one name Millie and one named Puss who is basically the female version of puss it boots but not orange, she’s a British shorthair with a whole lot of sassy attitude and Millie is my darling little princess who bought a whole lot of purpose and meaning to my life after losing my mum in 2016, they are my babies and absolute world, much to my partners disgust they come before everything in my life aside for my son, but it’s a close second. They help me through every situation and I would want nothing more to be reminded of them even more so than I already am, a lot of people talk bad of cats but mine babies are so kind and loving and my absolute soul mates and I think you can’t pick a cat, cats picked you and those beautiful girls were made to be with me and I want to have them with me forever.