Alex Q - Bent Back Kappa

• Artist: Alex Q
• Shop: Sztorm Tattoo Sudio
• Available Sizes: 16" × 20"
• Giclée Print on 340gsm Epson Cold Press
• 100% Acid-Free Cotton Paper
• Printed with Archival Lightfast Pigments
• Printed by Mindzai Creative in Austin, Texas

Product Description

Bent Back Kappa by Clemens Hahn puts a playful spin on Japanese folklore, featuring a contorted kappa surrounded by water, clouds, and lush plant life. The unusual pose gives the piece a strange, almost surreal energy while still feeling firmly rooted in tattoo imagery.

Muted blue-green tones, soft pinks, and warm orange accents give the artwork a distinctive palette, while the dark background and swirling clouds create strong contrast. The detailed leaves, lotus forms, and cucumber plants add texture throughout the composition without taking attention away from the central figure.

A weird and memorable take on a traditional Japanese subject, with plenty of personality and visual detail.