For many people, body modification is an artistic expression as they learn to break free from the shackles of society to manifest their feelings and goals. At the forefront of preaching body positivity through body modification is artist Dawn Mitchell, a body piercer hailing from “the music city” Tennessee.
Dawn Mitchell is a body modification artist using her skills as a body piercer to encourage and empower people who feel like they have no voice. “I see many people from all walks of life who struggle with body dysmorphia, self-esteem, self-acceptance or just want to feel like they can express themselves artistically through body modifications,” she explained.
Through her work, Dawn understands that body modification can be a life-changing decision for many people and strives to be emphatic towards her clients during this transition period. She develops genuine relationships with her clients, imparting a sense of kindness lacking in the industry. “It’s more than money. Body modification can be life-changing for people. I harness positivity that resonates through everyone around me, and I know how to bring light to a dark space. My empathy is very loud, and I make it clear no negative energy is allowed in my space and if someone brings it, I replace it with positivity right away,” she stated.
Now a beacon of hope and positivity to those who despair, Dawn’s life was not a bed of roses. She was a homeless drug addict living on the street. Four years later, she is now recovering and taking one step at a time to stay clean. As a result of her struggles, Dawn is passionate about self-love, self-care, and more holistic ways of living through meditation and yoga. She is a firm believer that no one is perfect but that we can all strive to give our best, irrespective of the circumstances and hopes to one day build a platform large enough to spread messages of love and hope and a better tomorrow.
She wants everyone to realize that they are strong enough to overcome any obstacle to reach their goals and accomplish their dreams no matter how hard it may seem. “Don’t let addictions, self-doubt, mental health, or any negative outlook or obstacle hold you back. It’s important to know you can express yourself in any way you deem fit!”
Additionally, she hopes to one day walk the runway as a professional model, sharing her love of fashion infused with body positivity to celebrate the many changes like stretch marks, cellulite, wrinkles, and every other beautiful mark our bodies have and develop naturally. She also wants to lend her voice to changing the unrealistic beauty standards that plague today’s society and be a role model to young girls and boys to teach them to embrace their bodies and all their perceived imperfections.
To learn more about Dawn Mitchell and her work as a body piercer, visit her Instagram and TikTok.
