Jessa Bigelow Says This Was The Hardest Part Of Competing On Ink Master

May 2024 ยท 1 minute read

Jessa Bigelow shared that "dealing with issues or stuff going on at home that I couldn't be there to handle" was the most strenuous part. She "was mentally strained on top of a 12-hour day," which is what made it so difficult to "stay creative/perform at [her] peak," not to mention getting "critiqued on everything." It was also the looming notion of prospective clients back home watching the show and judging her work/personality without actually knowing her (per Showbiz CheatSheet).

It wasn't always so brooding, however. As in all walks of life, there's personal growth and something to show for the sweat you break.

"Through this process, I learned that I absolutely value not having a time constraint on drawing or tattooing in my own shop! Seriously though, I learned that I can push through my most uncomfortable moments and come out stronger. I learned that even when I wanted to quit, and it felt impossible and exhausting, sticking to it and getting the job done was best in the long run" (via Matt & Jess).

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