The saying “Don’t judge a book by its cover” holds true, especially when it comes to judging parents by their appearance. Richard Huff, 51, has more than 240 tattoos, many of which cover 85% of his body. Despite his heavily inked appearance, he is a devoted father of five, raising his children with love and care.
Huff, who views tattoos as a form of self-expression, has faced online mockery for his looks, but he wants people to know his family is “no different” from any other. His daughter, when asked about his appearance, says that others at school find him “scary,” but she reassures them, “No, my dad is not scary, he is good with tattoos.”
Huff’s tattoo journey began as an addiction, starting with his legs and eventually covering much of his body. He plans to be 100% covered within the next few years, driven by both the pain and the artistry of the process. Despite the challenges, he remains proud of his unique self-expression.