Uncogrim, a tattoo artist with a decade of experience, emphasizes the importance of breaking away from traditional tattooing norms, particularly in the realm of Japanese-style tattooing. In a recent podcast episode, he discusses how his unique approach often involves omitting backgrounds in his designs, allowing the human body to become an integral part of the artwork itself.

Host Aaron Della Vedova interviews Uncogrim (Hoon Kim) at the Mondial du Tatouage in Paris. Aaron expresses his admiration for the exquisite detail and composition of Uncogrim's large piece work. Uncogrim shares insights about his journey as a tattoo artist, and despite the relatively short time, his impressive body of work suggests a deep commitment to his craft. Tune in to hear about his artistic inspirations and his dedication to pushing the boundaries of tattooing. For visuals of his incredible work, check out his Instagram @uncogrim

Chat Highlights:

00:00:00 - Extreme Tattoo Sessions

00:01:59 - Uncogrim's Tattooing Journey

00:04:24 - The Concept of No Background in Tattoos

00:05:04 - Artistic Choices and Inspirations

00:07:02 - Breaking Traditional Tattoo Norms

00:10:35 - Tattooing Legality in South Korea

00:12:23 - Uncogrim's Path to Becoming a Tattoo Artist

00:14:12 - Mentorship and Studio Challenges

00:16:00 - Emotional Connection to Tattooing

00:17:23 - Pain Management in Tattooing

00:20:25 - Tattoo Session Structure

00:21:00 - Numbing Cream and Pain Relief

00:23:33 - Anesthesia in Tattooing

00:29:50 - Inspiration and Acknowledgements

Quotes:

"One of my big dreams, tattoo convention, because, you know, in South Korea, tattoo culture really closed and underground culture."

Connect with Uncogrim:

@uncogrim