Nexus
/ˈnɛksəs/
a connection or series of connections linking two or more things.
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Nexus Body Arts is the connection between body, mind, spirit, and self. It is the place between the ritual of body modification and the aesthetic of adornment. Nexus was born out of a desire to create a space that allows people of all walks of life, all abilities, all races, all sexualities, all gender identities, and all ages to find a place in their journeys to celebrate and explore themselves through body modification. The idea behind Nexus was to be the connection point between such a diverse group of clients, team members, experiences, mentalities, and lives. We want to encourage you to embrace your authentic self through the power of body piercing.
Meet the Passion Behind Nexus
"Every man is the builder of a temple, called his body, to the god he worships, after a style purely his own, nor can he get off by hammering marble instead. We are all sculptors and painters, and our material is our own flesh and blood and bones."
- Henry David Thoreau
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Lynn Loheide is a professional piercer currently based out of Seattle, Washington. They have been piercing all over the world since 2012, and focus primarily on education, inclusivity, and empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their bodies. Whether it is a first earlobe piercing, a full face setup, or a more complex modification, Lynn believes that there is an inherent strength felt when people look in the mirror after a service, and hopes to share that with all of their clients.
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Lynn has become a specialist in gender-affirming piercing, championing the use of body modification to explore and celebrate self-expression and empowerment. As a transgender person themselves, this has become a core tenet of Lynn’s approach to piercing. Their commitment to creating a welcoming and affirming space for all individuals is one they have carried throughout their career and brought to other piercers and industry professionals through online and in-person education.
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Creating their blog in 2015, Lynn has committed themselves to creating resources for both clients and piercing industry professionals that emphasize safety, historical context, acknowledgement and respect, and a diverse approach to body modification. They have spoken at BMXnet in Berlin, Germany; Otautahi Symposium in Christchurch, New Zealand; Piercer Tradeshow in Liverpool, England; and co-host the Pacific Northwest Piercer Meetups alongside Colin O. They write and archive piercing history with Sacred Debris, and have contributed to multiple podcasts and interviews globally.
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In 2022, with proceeds from their Patreon, Lynn launched the Front of House Scholarship for the Association of Professional Piercers conference that takes place in Las Vegas each year. This scholarship aims to emphasize the importance and value of front-of-house employees in piercing studios; from welcoming clients to styling and curating jewelry displays to managing social media and everything in between and beyond.
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When they aren’t piercing, Lynn is pursuing their other biggest passion, body suspension. They spend the rest of their time reading, playing table-top roleplaying games, and hanging out with their grumpy but adorably perfect cat, Girlfriend. Lynn loves to be outside and enjoys kayaking, swimming, and plenty of beach trips. They can always be found expressing themselves not just through body modification, but through fashion, makeup, and hair… and if you have a favorite anime, be sure to let them know during your appointment, and enjoy the geeking out that commences.
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Learn more about Lynn and access their educational resources on their personal site- LynnLoheide.com
