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Suggested reads
Article
Irezumi vs Horimono
Two names for the same Japanese tattoos, often traded as synonyms yet far from identical: where each word comes from, why one still carries the shadow of punishment, and which to reach for in front of a master.
Article
The Hidden Language of Wabori
A field guide to the dragons, warriors & blossoms of Japanese tattooing: what the classic motifs stand for, and the quiet logic that binds them into a single design.
Interview
In conversation with Liz Koss
Exploring spooky aesthetics, the science of aging ink, and the quiet power of drawing without a goal.
Article
The Slow Art of Tebori
Tracing the hand-carving method behind Japan's traditional tattoo canon: what the word means, where it came from, and why a handful of masters still keep it alive.
Interview
In conversation with Jessi Mae
On painterly tattoos, East Asian influences, ceramics, indigo dyeing, body confidence & a creative practice that keeps evolving.
Gallery
Suggested studios
Hoochimama!
fremantle, australia
Skin Deep Tattoo Newtown
sydney, australia
CB Ink Tattoo Brisbane
Brisbane, Australia
Illustrated Man
sydney, australia
Ink Embassy Tattoo
brisbane, australia
Kranberry Tattoo
perth, australia
Suggested artists
Nate
surfers paradise, australia
Jiho Jong
saint peters, australia
sam crowe
carlton, australia
Jack Douglas
melbourne, australia
Matthew comerford
Maitland, Australia
Johann Ingemar
sydney, australia