10/21/2025
A Day with Dutches: Real Recognize Real
By Piereun | Go Getta Magazine
The energy in St. Louis was high during the Beauty Konnect 2nd Annual Career Fair & Expo, where some of the city’s most talented and driven professionals in the beauty industry came together to network, learn, and inspire. Among the special guests was none other than Dutches Lattimore, the renowned tattoo artist and TV personality from Black Ink Crew, who graced the event as a panelist — sharing her wisdom, passion, and humble perspective on the beauty of the craft and the grind behind it.
Representing “Bellah Unfiltered” on A Conversation with Piereun Network, Bellah and I were invited out to cover the event. But as always, when real energy meets purpose, it turned into something deeper than just coverage — it became an experience.
The Glam Before the Talk
Before the panel even started, Bellah — one of St. Louis’s top celebrity makeup artists — had the honor of doing Dutches’ makeup. That behind-the-scenes moment became the beginning of a real connection. What started as a professional link quickly evolved into a genuine bond built on mutual respect and shared experiences as Black women carving their own paths in competitive industries.
And if you know Bellah, you already know it didn’t take long before what was supposed to be a simple interview turned into a night of unfiltered, unapologetic, real-life vibes.
Dutches on the Panel — Grace and Grit
On stage, Dutches’ presence was magnetic. She spoke with authenticity, humility, and deep gratitude for her journey — the type of spirit that commands respect. Her message about staying grounded while chasing greatness hit hard. For me, it was more than just words — it was a reflection of the same principles I live by: giving back, staying true, and showing love to your people.
After the panel, she didn’t just pack up and leave. Dutches set up shop and tattooed for hours, with a long line of eager clients waiting to get inked by the legend herself. Watching her pour into her craft that way — hands-on, connected, and approachable — showed her love for what she does and for the people who support her.
From the Expo to the After-Vibes
After the event, we slid over to Sh**ha Lounge in The Grove, one of St. Louis’s most popular spots. The atmosphere was perfect — good people, good energy, good vibes. It also happened to be my guy Black Ceaser’s birthday, one of STL’s well-known promoters and event hosts who’s always showing love to the city.
Since Dutches and Ceaser had previously done business together, it only made sense to bring her out to celebrate and connect with more of the St. Louis culture. The night was filled with laughter, conversation, and genuine energy — the kind of moments you can’t script.
We didn’t even get around to doing the official interview because of other situations that came up, but truthfully, the connection we built that night was much more valuable than a sit-down on camera.
The Aftermath — Real Recognize Real
By the end of it all, one thing was clear — Dutches Lattimore is the real deal. Her energy matched ours: humble, solid, and all about people. The bond that was formed that day was genuine, and the respect was mutual.
We’re already planning to bring Dutches back to the city soon, and trust me, we got something major cooking. Can’t wait to share what’s next — but just know it’s going to be more than a moment. It’s going to be a movement.
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