The Survivor

The power of a tattoo lies not only in the intricacy of its design or the skill of the artist's hand but also in the tales it subtly tells. For those who've walked paths shadowed by tragedy but illuminated with unity and perseverance, a tattoo can serve as a silent narrative, a badge of courage etched into the very fabric of one's existence. 

The year 2024 marks the 25th Columbine High School Remembrance Day—the pivotal occasion that unites a community under the shared banner of healing and defiance against violence's indelible marks. In reverence and celebration, Evolution Tattoo is hosting a charity event that goes beyond commemoration; it weaves threads of unity and resilience in the form of a tattoo aptly named 'The Survivor.'

This detailed piece, designed by none other than Nikki Orazine, invites survivors of gun violence and those touched by community tragedies to carry a universal emblem. We'll unpack the significance of this powerful symbol, urging charity supporters, the Columbine community, and those aligned in the fight against senseless violence to join in this enduring act of remembrance and solidarity.

The Survivor Tattoo Design

Nikki Orazine, a survivor of the Heath High School shooting, conceived 'The Survivor'—a design that embodies the unbreakable spirit and inherent connection among those who have withstood the storm of mass trauma. It's not merely an ink mark; it's a story meticulously woven into an emblematic mosaic.

A Symbol of the Unconquered

At its core, 'The Survivor' features a phoenix, symbolic of rebirth and resilience. Residing within its form, a diamond—forged stronger through pressure, much like the spirit after turmoil. The tail, fashioned as the infinity symbol, speaks of eternal unity, the head with a triangle, a nod to strength, and the wings with five feathers, representative of a shared grounding technique in healing.

Charity Event Details

Evolution Tattoo Denver, in partnership with The Rebels Project, is hosting a unique charity event to commemorate the 25th Remembrance Day of the events at Columbine High School. Set to take place on April 20th, 2024, at Evolution Tattoo's Denver location (1450 South Santa Fe Drive, Unit 102), this event will allow the community to come together, remember, and contribute to a meaningful cause.

For a donation of just $25-$50, attendees can choose from one of the specially pre-designed remembrance tattoos, including 'The Survivor'. All proceeds directly support the work of The Rebels Project. 

An Invitation to All

To our Columbine High School community, this is an extension of our family. To survivors of gun violence, this is a beacon of understanding. In your attendance, in your support, in your empathy, you amplify the echoes of survival and the song of unity.

'The Survivor' is just one of the Tattoo options available for this event. All designs will be released ahead of time and will vary from Columbine Flowers to the representation of 25 years to images of hope.