Pitta KKM would like to be like Takashi Murakami.
A South Korean tattoo artist, Pitta KKM has big dreams of turning his designs inspired by dancheong (traditional Korean woodwork painting techniques) into a brand as iconic as that of Murakami, the Japanese contemporary artist known for his collaborations with high-end brands like Louis Vuitton and celebrities like Pharrell Williams. [...] - Augest 29, 2025
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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