
Today, we’re looking at the remarkable, instantly-recognizable work of Korean tattoo artist Hen. Using a combination of crosshatching and stippling, her animal-based tattoos communicate a real sense of movement and energy. Hen’s art gives off some strong 1950’s atomic art vibes, and her super-bright color palette makes all of her work feel fresh and modern and very cheerful.
I know not all of you are fans of body art (you know who you are)(Beverly), but even if you don’t love the canvas, I hope you agree that Hen’s art really stands out.
You can follow Hen on Instagram and TikTok.
















March 19, 2025 at 7:56 am
well I am with Beverly ;o). But this is some wonderful whimsical atomic body art! As my 6 yr old niece said to me years ago,,I saw pictures of mommy’s old boyfriend and he had
CAT-TOES all over his arms! to this day I cannot saY Tattoo…always Cattoes!! ;o)
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March 19, 2025 at 10:12 am
That’s darling! And particularly apt for today’s artist!
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March 19, 2025 at 2:09 pm
I am not a tattoo person for my own body but I certainly admire the talent of tattoo artists. I am sure you could predict that I would love the ’50s style of these tattoos. I like that they are bold and graphic but also clearly representational and communicate the personality of the animal being depicted. Of course, I am drawn to the cats the most. My 19 year old’s first tattoo was a line drawing (designed by another of my sons) of our tripod cat. I will need to show him the work of this artist and see what he thinks.
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March 21, 2025 at 10:47 am
I love that your kids are working together to make art, body art or otherwise! I love the cats and the fifties kitchiness of it all, too
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March 20, 2025 at 10:22 am
I wouldn’t have predicted it, but I thinking I may become a tattoo tourist in the near future. This work is stunning.
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March 21, 2025 at 10:47 am
I love it, too! Also, I would absolutely read a blog called The Tattoo Tourist!
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March 21, 2025 at 5:29 am
The sheep is the cutest! That giraffe pic is amazing. And the snake is too fun. I love the art!
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March 21, 2025 at 10:48 am
It’s just good art, whatever the canvas!
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