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Lara D.

@lditko

💬 they/them 📍Northwestern Connecticut 👉 linktr.ee/lditkoff • pematattoo.com • Artist/Illustrator, Tattoo Apprentice • Queer, Abolitionist Jew • Performance Enthusiast and Ritualist

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Latest posts by Lara D. @lditko

Fuckin’ typical, my guy 😛

05.03.2026 06:51 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

You’re glad that I have to smell his Malört-Fireball breath?? smh

05.03.2026 06:45 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Hoo boy, just passed my NREMT written! 😭✨ (I thought for sure I failed when it cut me off!)

Now to schedule the practical exam!

05.03.2026 00:34 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

The world absolutely sucks but at least there’s Chiitan who’s unknowingly cheering me on from the other side of the world 🌈

02.03.2026 15:46 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

And I had my first ever walk-in client this afternoon!!

Forgot to take a picture because wow! nerves! but he got a sweet vintage corkscrew

#tattoo #tattoos #tattooapprentice #queertattooer #tattoosky

01.03.2026 22:47 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Nathaniel is baring his upper middle arm to reveal a freshly tattooed illustration of a kohlrabi, a root vegetable. The tattoo is under a layer of Recovery Derm Shield.

Nathaniel is baring his upper middle arm to reveal a freshly tattooed illustration of a kohlrabi, a root vegetable. The tattoo is under a layer of Recovery Derm Shield.

Nathaniel is showing off a freshly tattooed bunch of grapes drawn in a 70s illustrative style. It is colored in bright purple, pink, and greens. He is wearing a bright blue shirt and gray patterned jeans.

Nathaniel is showing off a freshly tattooed bunch of grapes drawn in a 70s illustrative style. It is colored in bright purple, pink, and greens. He is wearing a bright blue shirt and gray patterned jeans.

Finally got to tattoo some of my fruit and veg flash!!
Nathaniel opted for a funky lil kohlrabi and a bunch o’ grapes 😁

This was an absolute joy!

#tattoo #tattoos #tattoosky #tattooapprentice

01.03.2026 20:52 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Nia is baring his upper arm to reveal a fresh ritual tattoo done in black ink. He is wearing a textured black top and a canvas mannequin can be seen in the background on the right.

Nia is baring his upper arm to reveal a fresh ritual tattoo done in black ink. He is wearing a textured black top and a canvas mannequin can be seen in the background on the right.

Another ritual tattoo down for @nia.covn.io 😙 This time tackling one from his Sigil Extension work

Done at Pema Tattoo in Hudson, NY under the direction of Uri Braun

#tattoo #tattoosky #tattooapprentice #chaosky

28.02.2026 18:22 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Six black and gray flash designs of Generation 1 Pokémon for Pokémon Day! Clockwise from top left: a crying Cubone; a cheerful Clefairy with music notes; a Pikachu flying with balloons; a self-destructing Electrode; a Tentacool using Confuse Ray; and a dopey looking Oddish using Stun Spore! DM to set up an appointment at Pema Tattoo in Hudson, NY!

Six black and gray flash designs of Generation 1 Pokémon for Pokémon Day! Clockwise from top left: a crying Cubone; a cheerful Clefairy with music notes; a Pikachu flying with balloons; a self-destructing Electrode; a Tentacool using Confuse Ray; and a dopey looking Oddish using Stun Spore! DM to set up an appointment at Pema Tattoo in Hudson, NY!

Happy Pokémon Day! As someone who literally was Ash Ketchum in elementary school, I had to draw up some flash to celebrate 30 years of Pokémon! 🥳✌️

#tattoosky #tattoos #tattooapprentice #queertattooer #tattooapprentice

27.02.2026 22:28 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Fascism is here and yet we insist on continuing to make things. Keep creating. It's so important. Do not let the fascists colonize your imagination or curtail your creativity.

21.02.2026 17:54 👍 3298 🔁 1067 💬 22 📌 0

🫂

21.02.2026 18:55 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0

Thank you again for putting up with me, @nia.covn.io 💕

21.02.2026 18:53 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Nia’s exposed chest showing an in-progress chest piece: almost half of the lotus-like structure is filled in with solid colors like a color wheel.

Nia’s exposed chest showing an in-progress chest piece: almost half of the lotus-like structure is filled in with solid colors like a color wheel.

Hurt my love a little this afternoon 🤭 We’re off to a solid start filling in his esoteric chest piece!

If you can’t tell, I love working on these ritual tattoos! If you have a project like that in mind, hit me up! ✨

#tattoos #tattoosky #tattooapprentice #queertattoos

21.02.2026 18:46 👍 5 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
Dumplin, a platinum lilac French Bulldog mix, is sitting on a black office swivel chair. Dumplin is wearing a brown fuzzy sweater and a lime green harness.

Dumplin, a platinum lilac French Bulldog mix, is sitting on a black office swivel chair. Dumplin is wearing a brown fuzzy sweater and a lime green harness.

Obligatory Dumplin update 🫡
Very professional boy

19.02.2026 17:55 👍 6 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
A pin-up style illustration of an anime fairy on a big red strawberry covered in cream. She has short blonde hair, blue eyes, dragonfly-like wings, and shiny blue antennae. She is wearing a shiny blue bikini, black thigh high latex stiletto boots, black latex opera gloves, and a black collar.

A pin-up style illustration of an anime fairy on a big red strawberry covered in cream. She has short blonde hair, blue eyes, dragonfly-like wings, and shiny blue antennae. She is wearing a shiny blue bikini, black thigh high latex stiletto boots, black latex opera gloves, and a black collar.

Happy Valentine’s Day, Bluesky!
Decided to do a little pin-up practice for the holiday 🤭

(If you know where the reference is from, no you don’t 🙃)

14.02.2026 22:07 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
A smattering of pastel-colored conversation heart illustrations on a whole background. The messages on the hearts range from naughty to nice.

A smattering of pastel-colored conversation heart illustrations on a whole background. The messages on the hearts range from naughty to nice.

But like, what am I going to do with all of these dumb little conversation hearts? 🙃

#tattooflash #tattoos #tattoosky #queertattoos #tattooapprentice

13.02.2026 20:03 👍 7 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
A photo of a fresh tattoo of a fire axe on the forearm of an older gentleman. Waz is standing in front of a whitewashed brick wall and is wearing a white t-shirt, khakis, and a black belt.

A photo of a fresh tattoo of a fire axe on the forearm of an older gentleman. Waz is standing in front of a whitewashed brick wall and is wearing a white t-shirt, khakis, and a black belt.

Man, I really need to up my camera game but I had the pleasure of tattooing a fellow firefighter yesterday! 🔥🪓

Waz has been volunteering in the community for over 50 years!

#tattoos #tattoosky #queertattoo #tattooapprentice

13.02.2026 18:48 👍 5 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Text: SUPPORT THE STRIKERS The Free Alabama Movement has announced a work strike, set to begin on Sunday, February 8. Incarcerated people across Alabama are answering the call and refusing to participate in their exploitation and oppression. "This nonviolent comes in response to decades of unconstitutional sentencing practices, forced prison labor, and the ongoing humanitarian crisis throughout Alabama's prison system," FAM leaders said in a statement. Read the list of demands below and stand in solidarity with the strikers of the Free Alabama Movement. DEMANDS 1. REPEAL ALABAMA'S HABITUAL FELONY OFFENDER ACT (HOA) 2. MAKE THE PRESUMPTIVE SENTENCING GUIDELINES RETROACTIVE 3. MAKE HJR 575 RETROACTIVE (DRIVE-BY-SHOOTING STATUE REFORM) 4. FIRST-TIME OFFENDER/CAPITAL MURDER REFORM BILL 5. PAROLE BOARD REFORM AND CRITERIA 6. MEDICAL FURLOUGH/COMPASSIONATE RELEASE EXPANSION 7. STATEWIDE CONVICTION REVIEW UNIT 8. ABOLISH FORCED PRISON LABOR 9. STRENGTHENING FAMILIES ACT (INCLUDING CONJUGAL VISITS)

Text: SUPPORT THE STRIKERS The Free Alabama Movement has announced a work strike, set to begin on Sunday, February 8. Incarcerated people across Alabama are answering the call and refusing to participate in their exploitation and oppression. "This nonviolent comes in response to decades of unconstitutional sentencing practices, forced prison labor, and the ongoing humanitarian crisis throughout Alabama's prison system," FAM leaders said in a statement. Read the list of demands below and stand in solidarity with the strikers of the Free Alabama Movement. DEMANDS 1. REPEAL ALABAMA'S HABITUAL FELONY OFFENDER ACT (HOA) 2. MAKE THE PRESUMPTIVE SENTENCING GUIDELINES RETROACTIVE 3. MAKE HJR 575 RETROACTIVE (DRIVE-BY-SHOOTING STATUE REFORM) 4. FIRST-TIME OFFENDER/CAPITAL MURDER REFORM BILL 5. PAROLE BOARD REFORM AND CRITERIA 6. MEDICAL FURLOUGH/COMPASSIONATE RELEASE EXPANSION 7. STATEWIDE CONVICTION REVIEW UNIT 8. ABOLISH FORCED PRISON LABOR 9. STRENGTHENING FAMILIES ACT (INCLUDING CONJUGAL VISITS)

🚨 Led by the Free Alabama Movement, incarcerated workers across Alabama are ON STRIKE to protest brutal labor exploitation and inhumane conditions behind the walls 🚨

Watch ‘The Alabama Solution” doc and read on for ways to support their strike:
docs.proton.me/doc?mode=ope...

11.02.2026 23:28 👍 338 🔁 167 💬 3 📌 3
A photo of a surplus army jacket lying on a hardwood floor. The words “ABOLISH ICE NOW” are painted on the back in white letters.

A photo of a surplus army jacket lying on a hardwood floor. The words “ABOLISH ICE NOW” are painted on the back in white letters.

Wrapping up my craft project for the evening 🖌

12.02.2026 01:22 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Four tattoo flash designs featuring Snoopy from the Peanuts! Clockwise from top left: Snoopy with a love letter; Snoopy with three heart-shaped balloons; Snoopy with heart eyes; and Snoopy hugging Woodstock. The illustrations are framed by a decorative border made up of little hearts!

Four tattoo flash designs featuring Snoopy from the Peanuts! Clockwise from top left: Snoopy with a love letter; Snoopy with three heart-shaped balloons; Snoopy with heart eyes; and Snoopy hugging Woodstock. The illustrations are framed by a decorative border made up of little hearts!

I just had to draw up some classic Snoopy designs for Valentine’s Day! 💕

Come visit us anytime 12-6PM Thursday through Sunday and treat your boo or yourself to something nice!

08.02.2026 20:42 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

1984 should not be topical 🫠

07.02.2026 20:54 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Black text on a blobby red text box reads “PEMA FRIDAY THE 13th FLASH SPECIAL, 2/13 12-6PM, DESIGNS START AT $31”. Black and white illustrations with simple gray shading are tiled in the background.

Black text on a blobby red text box reads “PEMA FRIDAY THE 13th FLASH SPECIAL, 2/13 12-6PM, DESIGNS START AT $31”. Black and white illustrations with simple gray shading are tiled in the background.

Pema’s having a Friday the 13th flash special next week with designs starting at just $31!

Contact us through our website or our socials so secure a spot or just walk in anytime between 12 and 6 to get yourself something nice 🍀

#tattoosky #tattoos #tattooapprentice #flashtattoo

06.02.2026 17:46 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
An illustration of a calico cat with green eyes reclining on a blue patterned cushion.

An illustration of a calico cat with green eyes reclining on a blue patterned cushion.

Just finished this commission for @feralpug.bsky.social of their gorgeous kitty, Darcy!

If you’re interested in commissioning me for a piece of your own, send me a DM! 😁

06.02.2026 04:03 👍 6 🔁 3 💬 0 📌 1

I love you 😂

05.02.2026 18:27 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
A small white and faun calico cat is loafing on a white and blue pattered tablecloth in front of a white wall. She has a heart-shaped spot on her side. Light from the window is coming in from the left side of the frame.

A small white and faun calico cat is loafing on a white and blue pattered tablecloth in front of a white wall. She has a heart-shaped spot on her side. Light from the window is coming in from the left side of the frame.

Spending the afternoon with my baby bunny, Frankie Valentine 🧡

03.02.2026 18:46 👍 5 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

@katmabu.bsky.social And feel free to send me a DM if you want a hi-res file!

03.02.2026 04:21 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

I’m so glad you like it!! Me and my kitties are rooting for you all the way from Connecticut!

03.02.2026 03:35 👍 6 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Announcement that there will be a weekly queer game night, every Wednesday, 6 to 8 p m, at the Hotchkiss Library of Sharon. Located at 10 Upper Street in Sharon Connecticut.

Announcement that there will be a weekly queer game night, every Wednesday, 6 to 8 p m, at the Hotchkiss Library of Sharon. Located at 10 Upper Street in Sharon Connecticut.

Guess what? Our Sharon game night will now be weekly, starting this Wednesday! Stop by to play games, craft, enjoy snacks, or just hangout.

Every Wednesday, 6-8pm at the Hotchkiss Library of Sharon, 10 Upper Main Street, Sharon CT.

Please DM us or email info@outinthecorner.org with any questions.

02.02.2026 12:01 👍 2 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
A drawing of Nana from Ice Climber and Super Smash Bros breaking a cube of ice with their wooden hammer. Around him reads in teal text “SMASH ICE!”

A drawing of Nana from Ice Climber and Super Smash Bros breaking a cube of ice with their wooden hammer. Around him reads in teal text “SMASH ICE!”

And a Nana version since you can’t have Popo without Nana!

01.02.2026 16:34 👍 13 🔁 6 💬 0 📌 0
A drawing of Popo from Ice Climber and Super Smash Bros breaking a cube of ice with their wooden hammer. Around him reads in teal text “SMASH ICE!”

A drawing of Popo from Ice Climber and Super Smash Bros breaking a cube of ice with their wooden hammer. Around him reads in teal text “SMASH ICE!”

Sorry, couldn’t help myself! 🤭🖕

01.02.2026 16:33 👍 11 🔁 4 💬 1 📌 0
A photo of a lilac platinum French Bulldog, Shar Pei mix. Dumplin is wearing a brown fuzzy dog hoodie, a highlighter yellow harness, and a red dog tag that says ‘Sup’ on it. He is standing on a low profile dog bed and has a fish shaped chew toy at his feet.

A photo of a lilac platinum French Bulldog, Shar Pei mix. Dumplin is wearing a brown fuzzy dog hoodie, a highlighter yellow harness, and a red dog tag that says ‘Sup’ on it. He is standing on a low profile dog bed and has a fish shaped chew toy at his feet.

Shop buddy, Dumplin 🥟

31.01.2026 20:28 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0