Hodu Reaper Lanyard

HODU is a highly accomplished, international tattoo artist specializing in dark, heavy blackwork and traditional Japanese iconography. Originally based out of Seoul, South Korea, Hodu has built a prominent global reputation for bringing intense, monochromatic illustrations to life. Currently operating as a resident artist at Blah Tattoo Melbourne in Australia, Hodu frequently travels for guest spots, making their meticulously detailed, high-contrast custom pieces highly sought after by tattoo collectors worldwide.

Hodu’s signature style fuses the foundational flow of traditional Japanese tattoos with the striking, high-contrast aesthetics of modern blackwork. Their portfolio is heavily defined by:

• Bold Monochromatic Palettes: Utilizing intense black packing, sharp line work, and deep gradients to give each design maximum contrast and long-lasting durability.
• Dark & Mythological Themes: Expertly rendering powerful traditional symbols like Hannya masks, Oni, samurai, and dragons, alongside grim dark-art motifs like skeletons, swords, and the Grim Reaper.
• Red Accent Work: Hodu frequently incorporates striking pops of vivid red to contrast against the heavy black ink, elevating the dramatic tension of pieces like their signature hannya illustrations.