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Colorful and vibrant tattoos with densely layered patterns by Korean artist PittaKKM


PittaKKM, a South Korean tattoo artist, has gained international recognition for his unique approach to body art. His work is characterized by vibrant colors and densely layered patterns that often incorporate traditional Korean motifs. PittaKKM’s tattoos are not just visually striking; they are a modern [...] - April 1, 2024


Korean Artist Creates Vibrant Tattoos of Densely Layered Patterns


The style of tattoo people choose is a personal decision, often reflecting their individuality. The same can be said of the artist behind the design. Korean artist PittaKKM, for instance, creates bright and mesmerizing tattoo art that merges traditional motifs with a modern approach. [...] - October 16, 2023


Pitta KKM, an artist of colour


This craft is difficult to perfect, especially when designs require the mixing of strident colours. However, Pitta KKM's skill in this area has made him one of the most prominent figures in the industry today.

His style blends oriental designs and a personal touch that makes his work unique, making him stand out as one of the most outstanding artists in the field. [...] - September 04, 2023

A Korean Artist Creates Perplexing Tattoos That Tell a Deeper Story When We Look Closer


Tattoos have become a way for people to express themselves and show their individuality, but for some, tattoos have a deeper and more personal meaning. And just by that, our hero today is PittaKKM, whose unique approach to tattoos has caught the attention of many. They combine traditional Korean techniques with modern tattooing to create intricate and  [...] - 2023

13 Incredible Tattoo Artists In South Korea


Here is a Korean tattoo artist who really shows what it means to bring originality and style to your work as an artist. While, at the same time, drawing on your own heritage and local artistic traditions. Pitta uses gorgeous traditional colours from Korean paintings, including classic reds, greens, pinks, and golds (the gold is stunning), to create scenes from Korea [...] - September 29, 2021


50 Creative Crane Tattoos


Bird tattoos are awesome. After all, there are so many directions that you can go in as far as tattoos. You can go American classic and get a big traditional eagle tattoo. You can go quirky and opt for a flamingo with a top hat and monocle. Or you can go delicate and dainty with a micro hummingbird. For me, I say the bigger the better.

One of the largest birds that’s still able to fly [...] - April 1, 2021

Korean Tattoo Artists That Will Make You Want To Book An Appointment ASAP


Take a look at these 9 tattoo artists from South Korea who will get your creative juices flowing and leave you imagining your own ink.[...] - May 1, 2020



Dragon Tattoos


Style and art are constantly changing in this world. Tattooing is no different. What was once the height of popularity—looking at you ’90s tribal—can go by the wayside in the blink of an eye. Over the years, and through all the styles, there are a few motifs who have stood the test of time. Skulls. Roses. Dragons. Dragons are one of the motifs that bridged the gap [...] - April 21, 2020


14 Korean Tattoo Artists You Should Visit During Your Next Trip To Seoul


Self-expression in Seoul is encouraged mostly in terms of fashion, music, and art. Where it is not commonly accepted is with the country's attitudes toward the tattoo culture. Tattoos are still largely viewed as taboo, especially among the older generation. Getting a tattoo in South Korea is perfectly legal, though. There are even hundreds of talented tattoo artists in Seoul. However, artists pursuing a career in this field do so with [...] - Aug 1, 2019

25 Reasons To Go to Korea for Your Next Tattoo Appointment


While some people shop for prices when looking to get ink, (shame on them,) others shop for artists. While there are countless stand-out artists in your relatively-local area, we are highlighting these 25 insanely talented Korean tattooists, each standing as their own reason to book your trip to Korea for your next tattoo session. [...] - April 22nd, 2019


The artistic movements merge in Pitta kkm’s tattoos


From David Peyote’s Canada, we cross the Pacific to South Korea, fascinated by the unique style of tattoo artist Pitta Kim aka Pitta kkm.
The beauty of his work has led him to be known internationally and to be hosted in different tattoo studios around the world. What characterizes what I would call true works of art is the use of bright, full and [...] - 2019


5 Best Tattoo Artists In Korea For Your New Ink


They may still be a bit of a taboo in Korea (hence why some of your oppas’ beautiful body art has to be censored on TV), but hey, they’re slowly becoming embraced. If you’re not familiar with the tattoo scene, you’d be surprised to find out that Korean tattooists have actually been making a name for themselves out there. You’ll see some [...] - Oct 08, 2018


The Outlaw Buddhist Art of a Korean Tattooist


SEOUL—Tucked deep within the labyrinth of identical mid-rise residential buildings in the college district of Hongdam is an inconspicuous doorwayto what appears to be just another apartment. But behind it is Robin Egg Studio, the secret tattoo parlor run by an artist known as Pitta (or @PittaKKM on socialmedia). Pitta’s style is a refreshing contemporary take on traditional Korean religious art, reminiscent [...] - May 10, 2018

I went on a tattoo trip in Korea for 3 nights and 4 days ~Days 3 and 4 “Pitta Kim”


Around 17:00 on the same day , I arrived in Seodaemun-ku and went sightseeing around the area, butthe townscape and personalityI feel something similar to the Seogyo-dong I saw. Kill time at McDonald's and head to the tattoo studio.  [...] - May 3, 2018



As tatuagens do coreano Pitta KKM reverenciam obras de arte


O artista sul coreano, Pitta KKM, faz sucesso no Instagram com suas tatoos cheias de cor e estilo. Muitas delas reproduzem obras de Michelangelo, Magritte, Picasso e Klint. Pitta não se detém em apenas reproduzir grandes obras, mas as adapta ao seu estilo carregado de referências [...] - Jan 26, 2018 


7 Korean Tattoo Artists In Seoul Who Trended On Instagram With These Unique Styles


Aside from K-pop and K-dramas, South Korea is also known for its popular – albeit underground – tattoo scene. Getting tatted in Seoul is a growing trend among many travellers froma ll over the world. After all, South Korean tattooists are some of the best in the world – and while most remain low key, their unique artwork continues to gain local and international fans through social media. [...] - Dec 27, 2017

Pitta KMM transforma obras de arte e ilustrações icônicas em tattoos únicas ao misturar referências da cultura coreana na pele


Picasso, Michelangelo, Magritte, as ondas de Hokusai, o beijo de Klimt. Obras de  arte icônicas e outras ilustrações tradicionais são totalmente transformadas pelo estilo do tatuador coreano Pitta KKM, que inspira-se em vários artistas famosos, mas atualizando seu trabalho através de suas referências e descendência oriental. [...] - Dec 15, 2017

Tattoos That Will Turn Your Skin into A Colorful Folktale


Tattoos have played a huge role in the history of humanity. According to each culture and country, they represent something special about society. For many, they were religious symbols that only important characters of society could wear. In other cultures, they marked the victories of great soldiers and those with more tattoos were seen as heroes. Nowadays, even when it’s not precisely in the same way, we tend to follow some ancient standards when it comes to [...] - September 4, 2017

Pitta KKM’s Motifs and Patterns


Pitta KKM illustrates miniature designs that later translate into vivid tattoos.The Korean artist fuses Korean mythological beings and its oriental style with modern day aspects, finding the perfect synergy between the two worlds. His recent works, where he reimagines classical paintings, have attracted a lot of tattoo artists and painters alike, winning people’s hearts from all across the globe. [...] - Oct 5, 2027