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A woman who has spent $70,000 on tattoos and body modifications looks completely different in before-and-after photos

Samantha GrindellJul 14, 2020, 00:53 IST

Amber Luke has gotten over 600 tattoos.Amber Luke

  • Tattoo artist Amber Luke said she grew up hating how she looked.
  • The 25-year-old says she now has over 600 tattoos and has undergone multiple body-modification procedures to achieve her desired appearance.
  • Luke says she has spent $70,000 on her procedures, which include eyeball tattoos, a tongue splitting, and "pixified" ears.
  • "I feel it is so empowering to take ownership and control over your body," Luke told Insider.
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Amber Luke hasn't always liked the way she looks.

Amber Luke lives in Australia. Amber Luke

"I found myself to be very plain and boring looking," she said of her natural appearance.

Luke didn't like how she looked. Amber Luke
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"I just couldn't even bring myself to look into a mirror half the time," Luke told Insider.

Luke gave herself a home-tattoo at 16. Amber Luke

Today, Luke has over 600 tattoos.

Luke is covered in tattoos. Amber Luke
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Luke has spent $70,000 on her tattoos and modifications.

Tattoos and modifications are expensive. Amber Luke

Luke said her eyeball tattoos are her favorite modification.

Luke loves her eyeball tattoos. Amber Luke
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The tattoos and modifications have given Luke a new sense of confidence.

Luke loves her new look. Amber Luke

But because Luke's appearance is nontraditional, she said she gets a lot of judgment from strangers, which can be difficult for her.

Some people aren't supportive of her appearance. Amber Luke
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"I wasn't put on this earth to live to please anyone but myself," she said.

Luke feels confident in her skin now. Amber Luke

Despite the critics out there, Luke also has a lot of support.

Luke has a large Instagram following. Amber Luke
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Luke also told Insider that her partner offers her unconditional support.

Luke's partner is supportive of her tattoos. Amber Luke

Luke is currently studying to become a counselor so she can help others who struggle with their mental health.

Luke wants to help those struggling with their mental health. Amber Luke
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"I feel it is so empowering to take ownership and control over your body," Luke told Insider.

Having control over your body is important. Amber Luke

"I'll never stop getting tattooed," Luke said.

Luke says she plans on getting more tattoos. Amber Luke
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