The Artist’s Way

Behind every tattoo lies a lifetime of learning. This section reveals the personal and creative journey of Bardadim - from early experiments to the philosophy that shapes each Irezumi piece. Reflections on art, discipline, and the silent practice of mastery - the path of the artist himself.

Tattoo Notes

The path behind the art

 

Reflections on mastery, discipline, and the spirit of Irezumi.

Dragon Tattoo Flash Book Cover -Japanese Dragon Designs for Sleeves and Bakpieces

Dragon Tattoo Flash Book - Japanese Dragon Designs for Large-Scale Tattoos

by George Bardadim • 11 January 2026
Original Japanese dragon tattoo flash designs by George Bardadim. A tattoo design book featuring traditional Irezumi dragon compositions for sleeves and backpieces.
A tattoo artist magazine with a tattoo machine on the cover

Tattoo Artist magazine

by George Bardadim • 21 August 2012
Some photos of our works have been published in Tattoo Artist Magazine #30 in 2012.
A woman with tattoos is on the cover of a tattoo art magazine

Tetovani Magazine

by George Bardadim • 19 May 2009
Interview article and photos of our works have been published Tetovani Magazine, 05/2009, Czech Republic
A woman in a red bikini is on the cover of a magazine called skin deep

Skin Deep Magazine

by George Bardadim • 9 January 2009
Interview article and photos of our works have been published in Skin Deep magazine # 179/2009, UK.
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The Other Ways

Explore the other paths of the journey - where tradition meets symbolism in The Irezumi Way, and care merges with meaning in The Healing Way.

The Other Ways

Discover complementary paths — where deep meaning unfolds in The Symbolic Way, and mindful care guides the process in The Healing Way.

The Other Ways

Walk the path behind the craft, and let it lead you naturally into the Irezumi Way, the Symbolic Way, and the Healing Way.

Human skull resting in tall grass. Soft colors, hints of blue and green. Japanese style artwork.
Man with floral tattoos and shaved head, holding a cloth, next to a lamp in a dark setting.
Pink peonies with green leaves and a small bird in a Japanese woodblock print.