Meet Danski of Los Angeles

Today we’d like to introduce you to Danski.

Hi Danski, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I’ve been perusing art as a career since high school in China. I went to CalArts in 2016 to study Experimental Animation, where I developed my practice as an animation filmmaker and visual artist. Since then, my animated films have received recognition at international film festivals, and I’ve also work on a wide range of commercial projects.

Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. There have been a lot of ups and downs. I’ve dealt with imposter syndrome, and I’m always trying to get better and push myself out of my comfort zone. There have also been times when I’ve felt really burned out and feeling very stuck creatively.

Finding a balance between commissioned work and my own independent work can also be a big challenge. But I see commissioned work as an opportunity to push myself, try new things, and work in ways I might not normally work on my own. At the same time, I really want to keep making work that feels personal to me. Sometimes it’s hard to find the time and energy for both, but I’m still figuring out that balance. I think all of these experiences have helped me grow and make me a better artist.

Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I specialize in 2D animation, directing, and visual art, and I’m also a tattoo artist. Across these different forms, I’m interested in how images, movement, and the body can communicate emotions and personal stories.

In my animation work, I really enjoy creating fluid movement and using abstract imagery to build an emotional landscape. I often think of my films as intimate voices, personal ways of sharing experiences, memories, and feelings that might be difficult to express directly. I like using vibrant colors and intricate movement to draw the audience into that world and create an emotional connection.

Working outside of film and animation, especially with tattooing, has also become an important part of my practice. Tattooing gives me the opportunity to work directly with people and have very personal conversations with them. Everyone comes with their own stories, experiences, and reasons for wanting a particular image on their body. I really value those conversations and the trust involved in that process.

I think working across different mediums has helped me stay curious and continue pushing myself creatively. Animation allows me to explore stories through movement and time, while tattooing gives me a much more direct and intimate connection with another person. In different ways, both allow me to listen to people, translate their experiences into images, and create something that feels personal and meaningful.

Is there a quality that you most attribute to your success?
Curiosity and imagination.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://danskitang.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danski_tang/
• Other: https://www.instagram.com/danskiii.tattoo/

Image Credits
All images are made by Danski Tang