Superhero Body Art
Going Like Sixty — August 25, 2008 — Fashion
References: wired
If tattoos reveal anything about a person, then this collection of comic book art tattoos speak volumes of the people whose bodies they adorn.
Comic geeks are giving hard core bikers a run for their money in the ink department. Michael Boyce, owner of On Comic Ground, has his arms covered with tattoos of all the super heroines he grew up loving (maybe too many?) Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Supergirl, Wondergirl. He said once he got one super female tattoo, he wanted them all.
Comic geeks are giving hard core bikers a run for their money in the ink department. Michael Boyce, owner of On Comic Ground, has his arms covered with tattoos of all the super heroines he grew up loving (maybe too many?) Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Supergirl, Wondergirl. He said once he got one super female tattoo, he wanted them all.
Trend Themes
1. Comic Book Tattoos - An emerging trend of comic book-inspired tattoos offers opportunities for tattoo artists to specialize in this unique style.
2. Superhero Body Art - The popularity of superhero-themed tattoos presents an opportunity for tattoo parlors to offer customized designs and expand their customer base.
3. Geek Culture Tattoos - Tattoo artists can capitalize on the growing trend of geek culture tattoos by creating unique designs that cater to fans of comics, movies, and video games.
Industry Implications
1. Tattoo Industry - The rise in demand for comic book tattoos creates a new market segment that tattoo studios can tap into for increased business.
2. Comic Book Industry - Comic book publishers and artists can collaborate with tattoo artists to create exclusive tattoo designs featuring popular characters, thereby expanding their visibility and revenue streams.
3. Geek Merchandise Industry - Businesses selling geek-related merchandise can partner with tattoo studios to offer special promotions or limited-edition items that cater to fans of geek culture tattoos.
6.5
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
