Independent publications and visual research.

This section brings together authored works focused on Japanese imagery, compositional systems, and symbolic structures.

Tattoo Notes

eBooks

These publications reflect an ongoing research practice that runs parallel to large-scale irezumi tattooing, expanding the same ideas beyond the body into printed and visual form.

Black Kiku chrysanthemum tattoo flash book cover with traditional Japanese flower design

Kiku Tattoo Flash eBook

by George Bardadim • 14 December 2025
Japanese chrysanthemum tattoo flash designs inspired by traditional Irezumi. A tattoo design book featuring Kiku flower compositions for sleeves and large-scale work
Dark gray coiled snake within Bardadim tattoo studio logo

Snake Tattoo Flash eBook

by George Bardadim • 12 November 2025
Black & Grey snake tattoo flash designs inspired by Oriental tradition. A tattoo design book featuring powerful snake compositions for sleeves and standalone tattoos.
Dragon Tattoo Flash Book Cover -Japanese Dragon Designs for Sleeves and Bakpieces

Dragon Tattoo Flash eBook

by George Bardadim • 12 September 2025
Original Japanese dragon tattoo flash designs by George Bardadim. A tattoo design book featuring traditional Irezumi dragon compositions for sleeves and backpieces.

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The Irezumi Way

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