Jennifa Cheung

Tattoo Artist — Hong Kong

01Profile

A Jennifa Cheung Photo

03Interview

Describe your style in three words?
Abstract/Meticulous/Ingenuity.

When did you know you wanted to become a tattoo artist?
One day, I just felt inspired by the amazing people that worked in the industry.

Where do you get inspirations?
Going back to nature. Shared experiences with friends. Learning from the history about how creative crafts originated, who the pioneers and the greats were, and how it has evolved over time. In the history of every craft, there is lots of inspiration to be discovered.

Of all the tattoo experiences you had, which is the most memorable?
The tattoo on my left arm is an art that connects me to the inner world.

Tell us about your own tattoos.
My tattoos are a collection of the work of tattoo artists around the world. I love them all!

What is subculture to you?
For me, subculture evolves from the main culture. It witnesses the changes of time which makes it even more unique.

04Playlist Notes

The first track you played on repeat?
'Barbie Girl' by Aqua. I heard this song in my Dad’s car when I was a child. I was so happy to hear it.

A song that defines the teenage you?
'Complicated' by Avril Lavigne. Avril is still an icon of the world!

A song lyrics that have inspired you?
'Princess Mononoke' by Joe Hisaishi. I love Japanese animation - Studio Ghibli and Princess Mononoke are my favourites.

A song lyrics that have inspired you?
"Look at the star
Look how they shine for you
Your skin
Your skin and bones
Turn into something beautiful
And you know for you"

From' Yellow' by Coldplay.

A song you wished you had written?
'A Whole New World' from Aladdin. It’s my childhood memory.

Best song to turn up loud?
'Fate' by Christian Löffler. 'Fate' is a rework of the original recording of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony from the 1920s, available on 'Parallels (Beethoven): Shellac Reworks' by Christian Löffler.

A song people wouldn’t expect you to like?
'Psychosocial' by Slipknot.

The song to get you straight on the dance floor?
'Vibe (If I Back It Up)' by Cookiee Kawaii & Tyga.

Best song to end an all-nighter?
'Imagine' by John Lennon. This song is all about dreaming of peace.

A Hong Kong band you would recommend and your favourite track?
'W.T.F.H.K' by LMF.

03Interview

Describe your style in three words?
Abstract/Meticulous/Ingenuity.

When did you know you wanted to become a tattoo artist?
One day, I just felt inspired by the amazing people that worked in the industry.

Where do you get inspirations?
Going back to nature. Shared experiences with friends. Learning from the history about how creative crafts originated, who the pioneers and the greats were, and how it has evolved over time. In the history of every craft, there is lots of inspiration to be discovered.

Of all the tattoo experiences you had, which is the most memorable?
The tattoo on my left arm is an art that connects me to the inner world.

Tell us about your own tattoos.
My tattoos are a collection of the work of tattoo artists around the world. I love them all!

What is subculture to you?
For me, subculture evolves from the main culture. It witnesses the changes of time which makes it even more unique.

04Playlist Notes

The first track you played on repeat?
'Barbie Girl' by Aqua. I heard this song in my Dad’s car when I was a child. I was so happy to hear it.

A song that defines the teenage you?
'Complicated' by Avril Lavigne. Avril is still an icon of the world!

A song lyrics that have inspired you?
'Princess Mononoke' by Joe Hisaishi. I love Japanese animation - Studio Ghibli and Princess Mononoke are my favourites.

A song lyrics that have inspired you?
"Look at the star
Look how they shine for you
Your skin
Your skin and bones
Turn into something beautiful
And you know for you"

From' Yellow' by Coldplay.

A song you wished you had written?
'A Whole New World' from Aladdin. It’s my childhood memory.

Best song to turn up loud?
'Fate' by Christian Löffler. 'Fate' is a rework of the original recording of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony from the 1920s, available on 'Parallels (Beethoven): Shellac Reworks' by Christian Löffler.

A song people wouldn’t expect you to like?
'Psychosocial' by Slipknot.

The song to get you straight on the dance floor?
'Vibe (If I Back It Up)' by Cookiee Kawaii & Tyga.

Best song to end an all-nighter?
'Imagine' by John Lennon. This song is all about dreaming of peace.

A Hong Kong band you would recommend and your favourite track?
'W.T.F.H.K' by LMF.