'Jerm IX Tattoo Project' Celebrates Graffiti With Permanent Ink
Marissa Brassfield — April 17, 2009 — Pop Culture
References: flickr & woostercollective
The images from the ‘Jerm IX Tattoo Project’ above prove that Jerm IX loves street art way more than you. Jerm IX has essentially pledged his body to a celebration of graffiti, enlisting the Flickr and StencilRevolution.com community to send him street art tattoo designs for what he calls a “body suit of street art.”
It’s quite an ambitious project. Jerm IX hopes that his completed tattoo project will celebrate street art in a more permanent way—one that won’t ever be washed off or painted over by rival artists or authority figures.
The ‘Jerm IX Tattoo Project’ is, at the time of this post, comprised of six pieces, which you can see above. Jerm IX plans to sit for one tattoo per month and has received designs from Microbo, Miss Van, BISERama, Starheadboy, Cameraman, and Grominate so far.
It’s quite an ambitious project. Jerm IX hopes that his completed tattoo project will celebrate street art in a more permanent way—one that won’t ever be washed off or painted over by rival artists or authority figures.
The ‘Jerm IX Tattoo Project’ is, at the time of this post, comprised of six pieces, which you can see above. Jerm IX plans to sit for one tattoo per month and has received designs from Microbo, Miss Van, BISERama, Starheadboy, Cameraman, and Grominate so far.
Trend Themes
1. Permanent Street Art - The rise of tattoo projects like the 'Jerm IX Tattoo Project' showcases a trend of using permanent body art to celebrate street art.
2. Community Collaboration - The involvement of the Flickr and StencilRevolution.com community in the 'Jerm IX Tattoo Project' indicates a trend of collaborative efforts in the street art industry.
3. Personal Branding Through Body Art - The 'Jerm IX Tattoo Project' highlights a trend where individuals use body art to build and express their personal brand.
Industry Implications
1. Tattoo Studios - Tattoo studios can capitalize on the trend of permanent street art by offering specialized services for creating unique and intricate designs.
2. Online Art Platforms - Online art platforms can tap into the trend of community collaboration by creating spaces for artists and art enthusiasts to connect, share, and collaborate on tattoo projects.
3. Personal Branding Consulting - Personal branding consultants can explore the trend of personal branding through body art and offer guidance and strategies for individuals who want to express themselves through permanent tattoos.
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