Those that come to her are scarred. They have stories to tell about survival.
“I enjoy helping to put people back together through tattoo,” said Laura Rachel of the new Gem Marigold Studio on Cheshire Bridge Road. “This helps them forget that they had cancer.”
Now in her 18 th year of tattooing, Laura wanted to build something that would ‘give back to society’.
Her shop is not like an average tattoo parlor. There are no examples of tattoos the walls. Painted in soft colors, Gem Marigold looks like a posh salon.
One of the most common ways to understand the tattoos is to think about a person who has had breast augmentation because of cancer.
“The requested tattoos are mostly aureola restoration given post-mastectomy,” said Laura. “The current medical procedure does not allow for coloration to remain on the aureola, so I restore people to the way they were before the surgery.”
To see samples of the restoration process, (ages 18+ only) follow this link to Laura's portfolio.
Her clients seek Laura because she specializes in Realism. Her artwork might be anything from recreating the original nipple, to flowers, or anything organic that will flow with the curvature of the body.
This all began at the Sacred Heart Tattoo years ago when a man came in with burns on his arms. A delivery driver, he was very self-conscious. Laura and other artists gave him tattoo sleeves, which took the attention away from the scarring.
“Tattooing is allowing your ‘soul to shine through your skin’,” said Laura. “I also do memorials and portraits of people who have passed. You can gain healing. Move forward. That’s what living is all about.”
To schedule an appointment with Laura Rachel call 678-250- 3743 http://www.gemmarigold.com/ .
-- -Ray Macon
Testimonials from Laura's many wonderful reviews follow the photos.
“I believe that she
has empathy and heart to really care and do her best in helping those
patients who are going through such an emotional undertaking. I have no
doubts about recommending her and her work.”
– Dr Tracy L. Sulc, D.M.D.
“Laura was well liked by patients and staff alike. Her tattoos were very high quality. “
– Larry Lickstein, M.D., F.A.C.S Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Towson,MD
“I had an injury as a child that left me with a scar involving my left eyebrow. Laura Rachel did an amazing job of filling the scar. I am no longer self conscious about my appearance.
She blended the color so well that you cannot tell there is even defect. Laura is so nice, approachable and professional.
She was easy to work with especially for someone with little tattoo experience. I would highly recommend her services to anyone requiring a cosmetic or medical tattoo.”
– Kelly Bradley, DVM
– Dr Tracy L. Sulc, D.M.D.
“Laura was well liked by patients and staff alike. Her tattoos were very high quality. “
– Larry Lickstein, M.D., F.A.C.S Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Towson,MD
“I had an injury as a child that left me with a scar involving my left eyebrow. Laura Rachel did an amazing job of filling the scar. I am no longer self conscious about my appearance.
She blended the color so well that you cannot tell there is even defect. Laura is so nice, approachable and professional.
She was easy to work with especially for someone with little tattoo experience. I would highly recommend her services to anyone requiring a cosmetic or medical tattoo.”
– Kelly Bradley, DVM
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