Many people choose body modifications like tattoos as a way to express their identity, creativity, or life experiences—but that kind of self-expression doesn’t always come naturally. For 56-year-old Kerstin Tristan, her perspective didn’t shift until 2015—and it changed everything.
Kerstin, a mother and grandmother from Germany, had spent much of her life disliking tattoos. She admitted they were something she never truly understood or appreciated.
But taking the plunge into the world of body art turned out to be a powerful and personal decision. Once she embraced it, there was no looking back. Since then, Kerstin has undergone a remarkable transformation—inside and out. Over the years, she’s spent more than 30,000 euros (around $32,000 USD) on tattoos that now cover nearly her entire body.
Even more striking than her physical transformation is the confidence she’s gained. What once seemed foreign is now a vibrant part of who she is. Kerstin now exudes a sense of empowerment, pride, and self-love that she never expected to find.