They’re kind of cool, and a great place to find unexpected pieces of literature. Tattoos that feature literary works give an unexpected twist to reading, kind of like science tattoos. Since literature and tattoos both use ink, however, perhaps they naturally gravitate towards each other.
We have passages from Dickens inscribed on forearms, while other tattoos borrow images from the cover art of a dust jacket, such as the 'Fight Club' logo from Chuck Palahniuk’s novel. Also classed as literary tattoos are illustrations from the pages of books such as "The Velveteen Rabbit" or "Where the Wild Things Are."
Literary Tattoos
Inked Art for Writers and Word Nerds
Trend Themes
1. Literary Tattoos - The trend of literary tattoos presents an opportunity for tattoo artists to specialize in creating unique designs inspired by literary works.
2. Inked Art - The growing popularity of inked art based on literary works opens up an innovative market for artists and illustrators to collaborate with writers and publishers.
3. Book-inspired Tattoos - The trend of book-inspired tattoos offers an opportunity for publishers to collaborate with tattoo artists and create promotional campaigns that bridge the gap between literature and visual art.
Industry Implications
1. Tattoo Industry - The trend of literary tattoos creates a demand for tattoo artists who can create customized designs inspired by literary works.
2. Publishing Industry - The popularity of book-inspired tattoos presents an opportunity for publishers to collaborate with artists and create merchandise, such as book-themed temporary tattoos, to appeal to literary enthusiasts.
3. Art and Design Industry - The intersection of literature and tattoos opens up a new market for artists and designers to create unique illustrations and artwork based on popular literary works.