Alumna Jordan Haines graduated from Penn State with a BFA in drawing and painting in 2015. Haines went from client to apprentice after her now mentor, Adam Zimmer, offered her an apprenticeship during a tattoo. Haines showed Zimmer her artwork, like the paintings that cover the walls at Ikonic Inc., and she began her apprenticeship following her graduation from Penn State.

The art of tattooing is much different from the mediums Haines is familiar with like drawing and painting, but she remains inspired to bring her artwork to life.

About the Author

Nick Weiss

Nick is a videographer at OnwardState. He is a sophomore in the College of Communications, studying as a Film & Video major. With most of his experience in documentary film, Nick continues to tell stories at Penn State. Email him [email protected]

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