Warren

Petersen

BASED IN SOUTH AFRICA

ART AS TRANSMISSION

ART AS TRANSMISSION

INK AS RITUAL
DESIGN AS EXPRESSION

INK AS RITUAL
DESIGN AS EXPRESSION

Warren Petersen—also known as Bake—is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans drawing, painting, tattooing, and visual storytelling.

Warren Petersen—also known as Bake—is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans drawing, painting, tattooing, and visual storytelling.

Warren Petersen—also known as Bake—is a multidisciplinary artist whose work spans drawing, painting, tattooing, and visual storytelling.

Rooted in fine art and shaped by subculture, his practice weaves together spiritual inquiry, creative mastery, and a deep respect for process. From timeless oil paintings to large-scale tattoos and culture-led collaborations, every project is an invitation to explore something deeper—personal, symbolic, and human.

Rooted in fine art and shaped by subculture, his practice weaves together spiritual inquiry, creative mastery, and a deep respect for process. From timeless oil paintings to large-scale tattoos and culture-led collaborations, every project is an invitation to explore something deeper—personal, symbolic, and human.

My

My

EXPERTISE

EXPERTISE

(1)

FINE ART

Translating unseen experience into timeless visual language. Focused on spiritual inquiry, symbolism, and classical technique. Each work is a portal—felt before it’s seen.

(2)

TATTOOING

Large-scale, custom tattooing rooted in ritual, storytelling, and anatomy. Black & grey realism and illustrative colour work designed to move with the body and evolve over time.

(3)

VISUAL STORYTELLING

From murals to product graphics and apparel, Bake's illustration style blends cultural symbolism, folklore, and subcultural motifs into layered, compelling visuals.

(1)

FINE ART

Craft intuitive navigation that makes features accessible. Choose layouts and graphics that fit your personality.

(2)

TATTOOING

Large-scale, custom tattooing rooted in ritual, storytelling, and anatomy. Black & grey realism and illustrative colour work designed to move with the body and evolve over time.

(3)

VISUAL STORYTELLING

The process involves building virtual 3D models and materials, setting lighting, and then the images.

(1)

FINE ART

Translating unseen experience into timeless visual language. Focused on spiritual inquiry, symbolism, and classical technique. Each work is a portal—felt before it’s seen.

(2)

TATTOOING

Large-scale, custom tattooing rooted in ritual, storytelling, and anatomy. Black & grey realism and illustrative colour work designed to move with the body and evolve over time.

(3)

VISUAL STORYTELLING

From murals to product graphics and apparel, Bake's illustration style blends cultural symbolism, folklore, and subcultural motifs into layered, compelling visuals.

(4)

DESIGN COLLABORATION

Creative direction and visual design for fashion labels, restaurants, and lifestyle brands—where aesthetic meets purpose. Each piece shaped by intention, craft, and story.

(5)

CREATIVE RITUALS

Whether for canvas, skin, or cloth—Bake’s work is rooted in process. Listening, interpreting, and refining with care. Always an offering. Always alive.

(4)

DESIGN COLLABORATION

With the click of a shutter, an image is imprinted that tells a story or makes a wonderful statement.

(5)

CREATIVE RITUALS

The interplay between graphic elements and movement opens up a world of creative possibilities.

(4)

DESIGN COLLABORATION

With the click of a shutter, an image is imprinted that tells a story or makes a wonderful statement.

(5)

CREATIVE RITUALS

Whether for canvas, skin, or cloth—Bake’s work is rooted in process. Listening, interpreting, and refining with care. Always an offering. Always alive.

Motivation

Motivation

Motivation

Warren's practice is characterised by a seamless integration of various mediums and collaborations across disciplines, including fashion, theater, photography, and culinary arts. He perceives no boundary between work, creativity, and life; each project is a facet of an ongoing artistic exploration.


Now, with a renewed focus on drawing and painting, Warren is returning to the core of his artistic expression. While he continues to take on select tattoo projects, his practice is moving deeper into the fine art space—driven by a desire to create meaningful, lasting work that reflects a personal and collective evolution.

Warren's practice is characterised by a seamless integration of various mediums and collaborations across disciplines, including fashion, theater, photography, and culinary arts. He perceives no boundary between work, creativity, and life; each project is a facet of an ongoing artistic exploration.


Now, with a renewed focus on drawing and painting, Warren is returning to the core of his artistic expression. While he continues to take on select tattoo projects, his practice is moving deeper into the fine art space—driven by a desire to create meaningful, lasting work that reflects a personal and collective evolution.

Let'S WORK

Let'S WORK

TOGETHER

TOGETHER

Let’s build something meaningful—whether it’s ink, artwork, or collaboration.

I work with individuals and brands who value story, intention, and craft.

warren petersen

warren petersen

warren petersen

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