Based in Berlin and working internationally across Europe and Asia, Duddi Bunny approaches tattooing as an extension of dark fantasy illustration : Geek. Rooted in goth, anime, punk, and metal culture, her work transforms intense visual narratives into tattoos that feel bold on the body while remaining deeply connected to her inner world.
Shaped by an early commitment to tattooing and a formative apprenticeship in Korea, his journey reflects constant movement between countries, subcultures, and creative states. Whether working from custom concepts or pre-drawn designs, she carefully balances the client’s voice with her own unmistakable identity.
Duddi Bunny speaks openly about solitude, discipline, and the internal struggle of pursuing mastery in this interview. Rejecting automation and surface-level visuals, he emphasizes clarity, individuality, and human presence, creating work not meant to please everyone, but to remain honest, intense, and true.
How would you like to introduce yourself?
Hello, I’m Duddi Bunny. I’m a tattoo artist who creates body designs rooted in dark fantasy illustration, drawing inspiration from goth, anime, punk, and metal culture. My work often explores dramatic imagery and emotional intensity, translating illustration-based concepts into tattoos that feel bold, personal, and visually striking on the body.
Where can your customers find you?
I’m currently based at Der Grimm Studio in Berlin. Alongside my work there, I travel regularly for guest spots and tattoo projects across Europe and Asia, which allows me to stay connected to different scenes and meet clients from many cultural backgrounds.
How would you describe the tattoo scene in your country these days?
In Korea, tattooing has recently been moving through a process of legal recognition, which has had a significant impact on the scene. A culture focused on soft tones, refined compositions, and highly detailed work has developed. I believe that several notable Korean artists are helping tattoos become more accessible and accepted by the general public. Where tattoos were once associated with violent groups or negative imagery, they are now increasingly recognized as a form of personal expression and artistic freedom.
How would you define yourself in one word?
Geek. I’m deeply immersed in the things I love art, subcultures, and visual storytelling and that passion naturally shapes my work.
Where did your fascination for tattoos come from?
My fascination with tattoos comes from things that are intense and provocative. I’ve always been drawn to imagery that carries emotional weight and challenges comfort, and tattooing felt like the perfect medium to express that energy.
What does tattooing mean to you personally?
For me, tattooing is a job I genuinely love. It allows me t0o live through drawing, creating, and connecting with people in a meaningful way. It’s work that feels personal rather than mechanical.
At what point in your life did you decide to become a professional tattoo artist?
I decided I wanted to become a tattoo artist around the age of fifteen. I had always loved drawing, so when I discovered tattooing, it felt exciting rather than intimidating. It was a decision I made with genuine pleasure and curiosity about where it could lead.
How did your family react when you started a career in tattooing?
At first, my parents didn’t know much about tattooing, so they were naturally curious and a bit unsure. Over time, as they saw my commitment and growth, they became supportive of my path.
Did you go through an apprenticeship? How was that experience?
Yes. When I was nineteen, I moved to Busan to learn tattooing from the artist G Ghost. My apprenticeship lasted about a year and a half, after which I worked for three years at Blood Candy Studio in Busan. Later, I moved to Berlin to further develop larger and bolder tattoo work. Each phase was essential in shaping both my technique and mindset.
What did your first tattoo look like?
My first tattoo was the back view of Naruto as the Seventh Hokage. For nineteen-year-old me, there was no image more epic or emotionally powerful than that.
Do you usually do guest spots? If yes, what’s your experience in doing them?
I usually do guest spots about once every three months. I really enjoy the quiet, empty moments during travel, moving between cities, reading new books, learning new languages, and meeting new people. Being away from daily routines gives me space to reset and reflect, and I’m always grateful for that experience.
As a Tattoo Artist, what does your daily working routine look like?
Before being a tattoo artist, I’m a foreigner living in Germany, so my mornings often involve language school. On days without classes, I spend most of my time drawing. During tattoo weeks, I wake up, work, come home, do light stretching, manage my Instagram, listen to podcasts, and draw again. I used to party a lot, but now I enjoy a much simpler life: Focused on work, drawing, casual conversations with colleagues, and starting new projects. It’s quiet, concentrated, and surprisingly enjoyable.
What is one surprising aspect of being a tattoo artist?
What surprises me most is the process itself—people from all over the world becoming interested in my work and traveling long distances to receive a tattoo they plan to cherish for life.
How do you determine the price of a tattoo?
I set my prices within the general range of the current market, adjusting them to reflect the value and quality I aim to provide. My pricing is aligned with the level of responsibility and effort involved in each piece.
What’s the most challenging aspect of being a tattoo artist in 2025?
The hardest part is fighting with myself. It’s a thrilling but dizzying internal struggle, constantly questioning and pushing my limits. I believe this challenge exists in any profession that requires true expertise.
What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a tattoo artist?
When I first started, I felt proud just looking at each finished tattoo. Now, what feels most rewarding is the relationships I build with people through this profession. Those connections have become more meaningful than the work itself.
What tools and machines do you prefer to use?
These days, I use a pen machine by Vlad Blad. However, I often think about the Black Worker rotary machine I used when I first started tattooing in Korea. If I return to Korea, I plan to get one again.
What’s your number one aftercare advice for clients?
Since everyone’s skin is different some people have dry skin, others oily. I always explain aftercare instructions tailored specifically to each individual rather than giving generic advice.
How would you define your current tattoo style, and how did you end up focusing on it?
My style is influenced by works like Pandora Hearts, metal music, and artists I admire. I mix these inspirations into my own designs. I love exploring new ideas, so my style has evolved over time, but it consistently centers on dark fantasy characters with a slightly perverse, guilty-pleasure atmosphere.
Please walk us through your process when you start a new tattoo for your customers.
I work either from custom designs inspired by the client’s ideas or from pre-drawn designs. Each session is different, but the general process includes stencil application, sketching, discussion with the client, tattooing, and finally photographing the piece before the client leaves.
How do you stay creatively inspired?
Although there’s endless reference material online, my strongest ideas usually appear when I sketch directly from imagination on blank space, rather than staring at a screen. When I feel completely stuck, I start by drawing the smallest possible element and gradually build from there.
How do you balance client requests with your artistic vision?
I value my own perspective as much as the client’s. I respect both equally and try to find a balance where neither side is compromised.
Are there any tattoo styles you’d like to explore more?
Recently, I’ve been interested in the Euro Trash tattoo style. I see many elements that could merge well with my own work, so I’m observing it closely and learning through study rather than imitation.
What’s the most underrated tattoo style?
The most underrated style is the Duddi Bunny style… just kidding.
What’s the most overrated tattoo style?
I believe every tattoo style has its own value. Tattooing is about diversity, and each style deserves recognition for what it contributes.
Are there any tattoos you prefer not to do?
I don’t think I would personally get a thin-line tattoo, so it’s not something I’m particularly interested in doing.
Do you have sponsors? If yes, what could you tell us about your sponsors?
Yes. I receive sponsorship from Killer Ink together with my colleagues at Der Grimm Studio.
As a Tattoo Artist, what kind of tattoo ethics is really important to you?
Diversity and awareness. Sometimes my opinion might be right, other times the client’s might be. Maintaining open communication, respect, and a willingness to learn is essential.
What’s your favorite way to keep learning?
Carefully observing ink consistency, experimenting with new techniques to develop methods that suit my hand, and communicating with professional tattoo artist colleagues.
Do you like to teach or mentor upcoming artists?
At the moment, I don’t feel mentally ready to mentor others. I think it’s important to be honest about that responsibility.
What’s the best piece of advice you ever received to improve your tattooing technique?
“How clear is it?” That question was recently given to me and has stayed in my mind.
How do you stay at the top of your game?
By maintaining a strong sense of identity, consistency in my work, and professional, smooth communication with clients.
What do you think separates a good tattoo artist from a great one?
Ultimately, it shows in the work itself.
What’s your view on the rise of AI in tattooing?
For some reason, designs that clearly show AI involvement or are fully AI-generated don’t appeal to me. I’m still trying to understand why, but I feel the human element is missing.
Do you work on other projects within the tattoo industry?
Yes. I’ve occasionally worked on costume creation at Der Grimm Studio and have released collaborative products with independent brands.
Do you do other forms of art besides tattooing?
I’m slowly preparing some painting works alongside tattooing.
Who are the people you admire the most within the tattoo community?
I deeply admire Bastian. He consistently produces the strongest work in the tattoo style I personally respect the most.
Is there any tattoo that you have created in your career that you are particularly proud of?
A client who used to visit me often once trusted me to freely fill the empty space on her arm. I created an upside-down Oni character with a web-like background texture. That piece remains my favorite and the one I’m most proud of.
What is your greatest accomplishment as a tattoo artist?
This interview itself feels like my greatest accomplishment so far.
What advice would you offer to someone considering a career as a tattoo artist?
I aspire to be an artist who contributes positively to tattoo culture. My advice would be to aim for that same mindset to leave something meaningful behind.
What are your goals or dreams for the near future?
I want to create beautiful dark fantasy dreamlike illustrations, similar to artists like Aleksdarkink. On a more personal note, one of my dreams, both small and big, is to raise an Old English Sheepdog.
What legacy do you want to leave as a tattoo artist?
To present work that has truly blossomed from what I’ve carried in my heart.
To close this awesome interview, what’s your last message to our readers?
I hope the experiences you have through tattooing resonate with you in a meaningful and lasting way.
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