DavINK Tattoo.
November 2019.
Kennewick, WA.
David Garcia 1983 - 2020.
I never could have imagined when I took these photos in November 2019 that I'd see them in a Memorial of Life Bulletin less than a year later. David was one of the best role models I ever had. He always pushed me to be better, and inspired me with his art. I would not be the photographer I am today without his constant encouragement, advice and scolding.
David took the time to see the good in people, notice their talents and goals, and lifted them up — even when he did not have to. He was my artist, but he was also one of my dearest friends.
David Garcia, te doy las gracias por todo que hiciste por mi. Your legacy and love lives on through all who knew you. I am committed to trying to live my life more like you did. I am lucky and blessed to have crossed paths with you in my lifetime.
Thank you for the laughs, the memories, the friendship, and the love. (And of course, the art.) Rest in power, peace and honor. You are dearly, dearly missed. The world will never be the same without you in it.
- tu amiga por siempre. ❤
To Vicky and the kids -- my heart is broken for you. Please know I send my prayers and love every day.
“I'M a TATTOO artist, believe in God loves to create art, draw, read & love being a Father and a Husband.”
— David’s Facebook bio.
“Love you ! Love youuuuu your the best !!! Don’t let anyone shade your shine you are one in a million. So blessed to say that I know you !!!”
— Text from Dave Aug 7, 2019.
“Super proud to be your friend …I super blessed to have a strong [friend] like yourself comp Amiga! Was good to see you!”
— Text from Dave May 31, 2020.
“Thank you !!! For keeping us admiring your talent. One [day] I’ll say I know this famous girl if you keep pushing your photography like that, one day you’ll be in a magazine!! I believe in you.”
— Text from Dave 2018.
